Jun 15, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog
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MATH 0230 - Mathematical Foundations with Elementary Algebra


Credits: 5

Catalog Description
This course emphasizes the mathematical concepts and skills that prepare students to take Intermediate Algebra, Mathematics for Liberal Arts, or Introduction to Statistics. Topics include properties of the real number system, simplifying algebraic expressions, operations with polynomial expressions, methods for solving linear and quadratic equations and proportions, data displays and measures of central tendency, interpretations of graphs, mathematical modeling, STEM and Non-STEM math pathways, and mathematical study skills. The course includes 5 hours of instructional time, and 2 additional hours of supported active learning time designed to support the development of arithmetic and prealgebra understanding that underpins the content of the course.

Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better): MATH 0080  or appropriate score on the math placement test

Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: This course is designed for students who have had some high school algebra



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