Mathematics (MATH) 100
Developmental Mathematics (Revision 1)
Mathematics Diagnostic Assessment. This online test contains 70 questions that will help you assess your mathematical skills. Based on your score we will recommend which Athabasca University mathematics course you are likely ready to take successfully.
Delivery Mode: Individualized study.
Credits:0
Area of Study:Science
Prerequisite: None. Students are expected to be able to perform basic arithmetic operations with ease—addition, subtraction, multiplication and division—and have some familiarity with fractions and algebraic operations.
Centre:Centre for Science
MATH 100 is not available for challenge.
Overview
This course is intended as a review of basic mathematics. It is recommended for students who need to develop a mathematical background before taking university level mathematics courses. The course is not given for university credit.
Material covered includes basics of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; fractions and decimals; ratios, proportions and percentages; basic algebra; solution of simple linear equations; graphing of equations; factoring; progressions and logarithms; basic ideas of sets; inequalities; basics of geometry and trigonometry; basics of probability.
Outline
Unit 1: Mathematical Operations: Numbers, Fractions and Decimals
Unit 2: Ratio, Proportion and Percentage
Unit 3: Basic Algebra
Unit 4: Linear Equations and Graphing
Unit 5: Algebraic Factoring and Fractions
Unit 6: Progressions and Logarithms
Unit 7: Sets and Inequalities
Unit 8: Geometry
Unit 9: Trigonometry
Unit 10: Probability, Data Analysis and Statistics
Evaluation
There are two assignments and two written exams. To receive a pass in MATH 100, you must achieve a grade of at least a “D” (50 per cent) on each of the examinations.
| Tutor-marked Exercise 1 | Tutor-marked Exercise 2 | Exam 1 Mid-term | Exam 2 Final | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 10% | 40% | 40% | 100% |
To learn more about assignments and examinations, please refer to Athabasca University's online Calendar.
Course Materials
Textbooks
Probert, Patricia J., and Targa, Anthony. 1997. Developmental Math: Canadian Applications. Scarborough, ON: ITP Nelson.
Probert, Patricia J., and Targa, Anthony. 1997. Student's Solution Manual to Accompany Developmental Mathematics, Canadian Applications. Scarborough, ON: ITP Nelson.
Other Materials
The course materials include a study guide, student manual and an assignment manual.
Athabasca University reserves the right to amend course outlines occasionally and without notice. Courses offered by other delivery methods may vary from their individualized-study counterparts.
Opened in Revision 1.
Last updated by SAS 10/19/2010 10:01:34
