MATH 50 - Technical Mathematics I

Course Description

  • Prerequisite: MATH 20B & C & D OR placement in MATH 50

Basic algebra and basic geometry as applied to shop problems. Intended for students interested in Vocational-Technical programs.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of Math 50, the student will be able to:

  • Perform arithmetic operations with rational numbers
  • Evaluate and solve formulas
  • Solve simple linear equations
  • Read, interpret and draw bar, line and circle graphs
  • Measure lengths and angles using appropriate tools
  • Compute powers and roots of rational numbers
  • Solve ratio and proportion problems
  • Convert, add, subtract, multiply and divide angles in degrees-minutes-seconds
  • Convert measurements (in metric and English systems)
  • Solve for sides of the right triangle, using the Pythagorean Theorem
  • Compute perimeters and areas of two dimensional figures
  • Compute volumes of various three dimensional figures
  • Compute and measure angles of simple geometric shapes

In general, the course is designed to provide the student with the basic algebraic and geometric skills needed in working with formulas and simple equations, geometric figures, areas, volumes, proportions, and the metric system of measurement.