Master Syllabus MA0013, Basic Arithmetic

Credits 3 Lab Hours 0 Lecture Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0
This course is for the college student whose grasp of arithmetic skills is currently weak or marginal. Competency at the college level in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, integers, decimals and fractions as well as ratio, percent, and simple equations will be emphasized. For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected. This course doesn’t count towards graduation.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The Mathematics Department at Seward County Community College will enhance a student's ability to think critically using mathematical principles, ideas, and concepts in order to function in a society with ever-changing technology.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.

Outcome #4: Demonstrate mathematical skills by using a variety of techniques and technologies.

Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.

Course Outcomes
  1. Apply the rules and properties for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers.
  2. Identify the definition and properties of fractions.
  3. Reduce fractions and compute problems of adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions and mixed numbers.
  4. Identify decimal notation and place value.
  5. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals.
  6. Compute square roots.
  7. Identify and compute problems in ratio, proportion, and unit measurement.
  8. Identify properties and compute problems of percent.
  9. Compute problems related to sales tax and commission.
  10. Compute problems related to simple interest.
  11. Identify the properties of positive and negative numbers.
  12. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide positive and negative numbers.
  13. Apply the distributive property to algebraic expressions.
  14. Solve linear equations in one variable.
  15. Identify Pythagorean Theorem and compute related problems.
Course Outline

Standard Notation

Addition

Subtraction

Multiplication

Division

Rounding and Estimating; Order

Solving Equations

Applications and Problem Solving

Order of Operations and Exponential Notation

Factorizations

Divisibility

Fraction a Fraction Notation

Multiplication and Applications

Simplifying

Multiplying, Simplifying, and Applications

Division and Applications

Lease Common Multiples

Addition and Applications

Subtraction, Order, and Applications

Mixed Numerals

Addition and Subtraction Using Mixed Numerals; Applications

Multiplication and Division Using Mixed Numerals; Applications

Order of Operations, Complex, Fractions, and Estimation

Decimal Notation, Order, Rounding

Addition and Subtraction

Multiplication

Division

Converting from Fraction Notation to Decimal Notation

Estimating

Application and Problem Solving

Introduction to Ratios

Rates and Unit Prices

Proportions

Percent Notation and Fraction Notation

Solving Percent Problems Using Percent Equations

Solving Percent Problems Using Proportions

Applications

Sales Tax, Commission, and Discount

Simple Interest and Compound Interest; Credit Cards

Average, Medians, Modes, and Range

Interpreting Date from Tables and Graphs

American Units

Metric System

Converting between American and Metric

Weight and Mass; Medical Applications

Time and Temperature

Converting Unity of Area

Perimeter

Area

Circles

Volume

Angles and Triangles

Square Roots and Pythagorean Theorem

Addition and Subtraction of Real Numbers

Multiplication and Division of Read Numbers

Order of Operations

Introduction to Algebra

Solving Equations Using Addition Principle

Solving Equations Using Multiplication Principle

Solving Equations Using Principles Together

Applications

  1. WHOLE NUMBERS
  2. FRACTION NOTATION: MULTIPLICATION AND DIVISION
  3. FRACTION NOTATION AND MIXED NUMERALS
  4. DECIMAL NOTATION
  5. RATIOS AND PROPORTIONS
  6. PERCENT NOTATION
  7. DATA, GRAPHS, AND STATISTICS
  8. MEASUREMENT
  9. GEOMETRY
  10. REAL NUMBERS
  11. ALGEBRA; SOLVING EQUATIONS AND PROBLEMS
Instructional Methods
  1. Lecture
  2. Discussions
  3. Textbook Exercises
  4. Video Lessons
  5. Computer Demonstrations/Exercises
  6. Whiteboard Drills
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Textbook
  2. Audio/visual aids
  3. MyMathLab software
  4. Handouts
  5. Online Videos
Methods of Assessment

SCCC Outcome 1 will be assessed using assignments and quizzes.

Have students answer questions based on the reading of their textbooks.

SCCC Outcome 4 will be assessed and measured by class participation and tests.

SCCC Outcome 5 will be assessed and measured using assignments, tests, and non-traditional problem solving activities.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.