Revised 08/2022
MDE 10 - Introduction to Algebra (3 CR.)
Course Description
Covers topics in arithmetic through introduction to variables and equations. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
General Course Purpose
Prepares students for enrollment into MDE 60, MTH 101-133 or direct enrollment into MTH 154 or MTH 155 with corequisite.
Course Prerequisites/Corequisites
None.
Course Objectives
- Demonstrate comprehension of the major topics.
- Apply learned concepts and success skills toward continued progress in MDE 60, MTH 101-133 or direct enrollment in MTH 154 or MTH 155 with corequisite.
Major Topics to Be Included
- Whole numbers (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Fractions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Decimals (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Scientific notation
- Percentages (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Real Number Systems
- Basic Algebraic Equations (One-Step/Two-Step equations)
- Introduction to Graphing (without graphing calculators)