MATH 20B - Foundation Math
- Corequisite: MATH 20C & D
The function of this course is to equip students with the foundation in math and problem-solving skills that allows them to enter their Technical-Occupational and Liberal Arts programs. It also provides opportunity for students already enrolled in programs to strengthen ability in areas of need.
Contact: 2 hours lecture per week
Student Learning Outcomes
Common Fractions:
- Compare the sizes of simple fractions to determine their order.
- Simplify common fractions and mixed numbers.
- Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions and improper fractions to mixed number.
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and mixed numbers.
- Solve application problems involving fractions and mixed numbers.
Decimals:
- Translate decimal numbers into words and vice versa.
- Determine the comparative size of decimal numbers.
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimal numbers.
- Round decimal numbers to a given place value.
- Solve application problems involving decimal numbers.