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Algebra Prep 1 – 1st 8 Weeks
ASC 91 Algebra Prep 1 (2 semester credits)
Course Description: This course is a beginning level algebra course. Topics covered include
fundamental operations of fractions, decimals, real numbers, expressions, equations and
inequalities. This class does not satisfy college graduation requirements for math.
Prerequisite(s): none
Harmo
Email:
Phone
Office
Course Website:
http://mrsrichmanprep.weebly.com
Textbook:
Beginning and Intermediate Algebra by
Tobey, Slater, Blair, and Crawford 4th
edition.
Class Schedule: Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Office Hours:
MTWF: 11 – 11:50PM & 1 – 1:50 or by appointment
Course Requirements: Learning algebra is an investment of time. Algebra is learned best
by practice, reflect, and practice some more. Understanding the steps in the topic
explanations and video presentations is a good start. However, to truly know the material,
you should be able to look at a problem, know how to proceed, and carry out the steps
without assistance. There are multiple attempts in completing the homework which helps
to provide opportunities for you to get to that point. It is expected to invest a minimum of
2 hours per semester credit hours outside of the classroom. Students are expected to be
active learners in the classroom activities which helps enhance the students learning
experience. Learning will take place utilizing the following; take home homework, in-class
activities, supplemental instruction provided by the instructor; project; homework, and
tests/exams.Course Objectives/Student Outcomes: The students will be able to:
• Perform basic algebraic operations using positive and negative numbers,
fractions and exponents
• Demonstrate an understanding of terms and rules used in algebra.
• Utilize problem solving strategies to solve problems.
• Simplify and solve equations and inequalities.
• Analyze and solve various types of math problems.
• Gain the skills need to participate in ASC 92 Algebra Prep II