MATH-021 Basic Mathematics

Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ACRD-090, ACRD-091 or ACRD-092, completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of ACRD-080; Placement into MATH-021.
This course develops skill in counting, elementary theory of numbers, fundamental operation of both positive and negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, measurement, metric system and equations. Designed to meet the needs of students who require a better understanding of the basic concepts fo arithmetic.

Course Outcomes
1. By individual involvement in the above areas, the student should “shore up” real or imagined weaknesses in handling mathematical concepts and their applications, by improving study habits, mathematical reading skills, and application of proper techniques. 2. The student should be ready for further study in the area of mathematics, or be able to better interpret mathematical data in other areas. 3. The student should improve test taking ability.