MATH81 — Introduction to Algebra
MATH 81 - Introduction to Algebra MATH 81 - Introduction to Algebra 5 Credits A beginning algebra course that develops proficiency in fraction and signed number arithmetic, evaluation of expressions, and solving linear equations in one variable. Placement Eligibility Math 81 Fees Quarters Typically ummer Day Fall Day, Evening, Online Winter Day, Online Spring Day, Online Designed to Serve Students needing a first algebra course. Active Date 20260408T15:01:27 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 32 Shared Learning Environment Yes Lecture 55 Total Degree Distributions: Course Outline Arithmetic of fractions and signed numbers Evaluation and simplification of expressions Polynomial addition, subtraction, and multiplication Solving linear equations up to the level of ax + b = cx + d Unit conversions Area and perimeter of circles, triangles, and rectangles and volume of boxes Pie, bar and line graphs Summarizing data sets using mean, median, mode, the five-number summary, and histograms or box plots. Emphasis on applying concepts and skills learned to relationships and formulas in everyday life and other college coursework Emphasis on developing quantitative reasoning ability and symbolic reasoning ability Student Learning