I start College Math (MTH1010) Thursday. The course runs five and a half weeks until my winter break (yay!). While I am familiar with what I'll be learning, I can't help but shudder at the thought of math. Math, math, math, mathmathmathmathmathyuck. I suppose I'm just anxious and paranoid, like the majority of people that say: "I'm not good at math." I'll take the course and do my best, but that doesn't necessarily mean it will be pleasant.

Concepts of algebra including linear and quadratic equations, polynomials, exponents, logarithms and functions. Emphasis on graphical representations of functions. This course is designed to build an adequate background for the college-level mathematics, science and business courses.

 

Analyze and apply models of quantitative relationships.

Employ effective problem solving strategies.

Set-up and solve linear equations in an applied context.

Graph and analyze linear functions

Set-up and solve systems of linear equations, interpreting results with respect to algebraic and geometric perspectives

Set-up and solve quadratic equations in an applied context.

Graph and analyze quadratic functions

Assess, graph and compare the behaviors of rational, cubic, exponential and logarithmic functions.

 

Week 1

Course Overview

Introduction

Algebraic Expressions

Evaluating Algebraic Expressions

Operations on Algebraic Expressions

Models of Quantitative Relationships

 

Week 2

Introduction

Irrational, Real, and Complex Numbers

Exponents

Arithmetic of Polynomials

Factoring a Polynomial

Summary

 

Week 3

Introduction

Linear Equations

Linear Functions

Solving a Linear Equation

Systems of Linear Equations

Graphing and Analyzing Linear Equations

 

Week 4

Introduction

Practical Application of Linear Equations

Quadratic Equations

Solving Quadratic Equations

Graphing and Analyzing Quadratic Equations

Practical Application of Quadratic Equations

 

Week 5

Introduction

Exponential Functions

Logarithmic Functions

Graphs of Functions

 

Week 6

Introduction

Common and Natural Logarithms

Graphs of Functions

Comparing Functions

Evaluating Functions

Ratios and Proportions