Developmental Math DSMA0300 – Pre-algebra DSMA0301 – Beginning Algebra DSMA0303 – Intermediate Algebra
DSMA0300 Perform basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions, decimals and signed numbers, (on algebraic fractions and transfer this knowledge to the solution of application problems.
DSMA0300 Solve equations. (This is the number one objective of this course.) Analyze and solve formulas used in perimeter, area, volume and percent.
DSMA0300 Use the correct order of operations to add, subtract, multiply, and divide real numbers
DSMA0301 Perform basic operations on algebraic fractions and transfer this knowledge to the solution of application problems. Use the correct order of operations to add, subtract, multiply, and divide real numbers.
DSMA0301 Solve linear equations. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide polynomials. Find the factors of polynomials and use factoring to solve quadratic equations
DSMA0301 Solve systems of linear equations by graphing, substitution and addition Demonstrate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills applicable to the material of this course.
DSMA0303 Perform the basic operations on rational expressions and transfer this knowledge to the solution of application problems and equations.
DSMA0303 Perform the basic operations on radical expressions and transfer this knowledge to the solution of application problems and equations.
DSMA0303 Identify, graph, and solve quadratic equations by various methods and transfer this knowledge to the solution of application problems.
DSMA0303 Solve and graph nonlinear and absolute value inequalities. Demonstrate knowledge of functions and relations including their graphs
DSMA0303 Algebra of functions including composite functions.