Lassen Community College Course Outline
MATH-101 Basic Mathematics
I.
2.0 Units
Catalog Description
This course is an introduction to the operations on whole numbers, fractions and
decimals. Includes ratio, proportion, exponents, percent and applications. This course has
been approved for online and correspondence delivery.
Does Not Transfer to UC/CSU
17 Hours Lecture, 51 Hours Lab
Scheduled: Fall, Spring
II.
Coding Information
Repeatability: Not Repeatable, Take 1 Time
Grading Option: Graded or Pass/No Pass
Credit Type: Credit - Not Degree Applicable
TOP Code: 493041
III.
Course Objectives
A. Course Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
Solve arithmetic problems involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percent,
exponents, ratios and proportions by properly applying basic mathematical
computational skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and order of
operations).
B. Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course student will be able to:
1. Perform the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication a division, on
whole numbers using the rules of order of operations
2. Multiply, divide and reduce fractions; including mixed numbers.
3. Add, subtract and order like fractions, unlike frctions and mixed numbers.
4. Read and write fractions. Add, subtract, multiply, divide and convert decimals to
fractions.
5. Compare like quantities using ratios, compare unlike quantities using rates, set up
and solve proportions.
6. Calculate percent. Convert from percent to its decimal equivalent, fractional
equivalent, and vice versa. Solve interest problems using percent.
7. Solve application problems, including, but not limited to interest, commission,
sales tax, and discount.
IV.
Course Content
A. Whole Numbers
1. Reading and writing whole numbers
2. Addition of whole numbers
3. Subtraction of whole numbers
4. Multiplication of whole numbers
5. Division of whole numbers
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6. Long division
7. Rounding
8. Roots and order of operations
9. Solving application problems
Multiplying and dividing fractions
1. Identifying fractions
2. Mixed numbers
3. Factors
4. Writing a fraction in lowest terms
5. Multiplication of fractions
6. Applications of multiplication
7. Dividing fractions
8. Multiplication and division of mixed numbers
Adding and subtracting fractions
1. Adding and subtracting like fractions
2. Least common multiple
3. Adding and subtracting unlike fractions
4. Adding and subtracting mixed numbers
5. Order relations and the order of operations
Decimals
1. Reading and writing decimals
2. Rounding decimals
3. Adding decimals
4. Subtracting decimals
5. Multiplying decimals
6. Dividing decimals
7. Writing fractions as decimals
Ratio and Proportion
1. Ratios and rates
2. Proportions
3. Solving proportions
4. Applications of proportions
Percent
1. Definition and examples
2. Percents and fractions
3. The percent proportion
4. Identifying the parts in a percent problem
5. Using proportions to solve percent problems
6. The percent equation
7. Applications of percent
8. Simple interest
9. Compound interest
Assignments
A. Appropriate Readings
Students will be required to read and study the assigned chapters in the text book.
B. Writing Assignments
Students will be expected to complete in-class and out-of-class assignments involving
computational practice.
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C. Expected Outside Assignments
Students can be expected to spend a minimum of two hours outside of class in
practice and preparation for each hour of class. Appropriate out of class assignments
include:reading assignments, practice problems and applying formulas. Math
laboratory assignments.
D. Specific Assignments that Demonstrate Critical Thinkng
Students will utilize critical thinking in solving a variety of word problems.
VI.
Methods of Evaluation
Traditional Classroom Delivery
A student's grade will be based on multiple measures of student performance, including
in-class work, out-of-class work, multiple tests and comprehensive final exam.
Online Delivery
A variety of methods will be used, such as: research papers, asynchronous and
synchronous discussions (chat/forum), online quizzes and exams, postings to online
website, and email communications.
Correspondence Delivery
Same as face-to-face with the exception of the desired use of proctored exams and
exclusion of participation in classroom activities. Students will be expected to complete
assignments and activities equivalent to in-class assignments and activities. Written
correspondence and a minimum of six opportunities for feedback will be utilized to
maintain effective communication between instructor and student.
VII. Methods of Delivery
Check those delivery methods for which, this course has been separately approved by the
Curriculum/Academic Standards Committee.
Traditional Classroom Delivery
Correspondence Delivery
Interactive Television Delivery
Online Delivery
Traditional Classroom Delivery
Lecture, laboratory, demonstration and discussion
Online Delivery
Online written lectures. Participation in forum-based discussions. Online
exercises/assignments contained on website. Discussion papers, email communications,
postings to forums, and web-links will comprise the method of instruction.
Correspondence Delivery
Assigned readings, instructor-generated typed handouts, typed lecture materials,
exercises and assignments equal to face-to-face instructional delivery. Written
correspondence and a minimum of six opportunities for feedback will be utilized to
maintain effective communication between instructor and student.
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VIII. Representative Texts and Supplies
Lial, Salzman & Hestwood, Basic College Mathematics, 8th edition. Addison-Wesley
Publishing Co., ISBN: 0-321-55712-3 or 0-558-26005-5.
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Discipline/s Assignment
Mathematics
X.
Course Status
Current Status: Active
Original Approval Date: 11/4/2003
Revised By: Robert Schofield
Curriculum/Academic Standards Committee Revision Date: 02/19/2013
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