CCB 043 - CCB Beginning Algebra

Credits: 5
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 55
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: A beginning course in algebra, building on topics introduced in CCB 042. Topics include algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, mathematical modeling, and functions.

Prerequisite: CCB 042 or CASAS Math 235+ or placement based on HS transcripts.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate a basic understanding of the structure of the real number system.
Use sets and set notation when appropriate.
Solve linear equations containing integers, decimals and/or fractions.
Solve linear inequalities containing integers, decimals and/or fractions. State solutions using interval and set notations. Graph solutions on a number line.
Work with linear equations in two variables by: graphing linear equations; determining the slope; finding the intercepts; finding equations of lines.
Solve systems of linear equations by: graphing; using the elimination method; using the substitution method.
Solve systems of linear inequalities by graphing.
Demonstrate an understanding of mathematical modeling by: Creating scatter plots; Determining an exact linear relationship; Determining an approximate linear relationship.
Simplify expressions.
Apply the commutative, associative, distributive properties.
Determine if a relation is a function.
Use function notation.
Solve applications relevant to course content.

Course Contents

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Instructional Units: 5