MATH 46 Mathematics - Intermediate Level is for students to upgrade their mathematics skills. This math course provides a solid foundation in number operations. Topics include estimation, measurement, fractions, ratio and proportion, percent, geometry, statistics, signed numbers, exponents, algebra, trigonometry, graphing and polynomials. This course prepares students for most trades programs with the exception of Electrical Foundation.
Notes:
See the 2022/23 ABE Articulation Handbook under Mathematics: Intermediate level - Developmental available at https://www.bctransferguide.ca/transfer-options/adult-basic-education/past-abe-guides/
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 128 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 4 |
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| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 4.5 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Estimating Skills/Calculator Use
- Measurement
- Perimeter, Area, and Volume
- Ratio and Proportion
- Percent
- Geometry
- Statistics
- Signed (Rational) Numbers
- Algebra
- Powers, Roots, and Scientific Notation
- Polynomials
- Trigonometry
- Graphing
Teaching and Learning Approach
Academic Upgrading courses at Selkirk College build upon students’ life, education, and cultural experiences to
develop subject-specific knowledge, awareness, practical skills, and study skills. The learning outcomes listed in
this outline form the foundation of the course, and how thoroughly a student meets these outcomes determines
their success. Course content integrates problem solving and critical thinking, while developing effective
communication skills for the discipline and level. This course further enables students to meet the Program
Outcomes for Academic Upgrading.Learning Resources
Baratto, S and Bergman, B. 2014. Basic mathematical skills with geometry. 9th ed. Toronto: McGraw Hill.Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Introduction to the course and Operations on Whole Numbers
2. Operations on Whole Numbers and Decimals
3. Introduction to Fractions
4. Adding and Subtracting Fractions
5. Ratios and Proportions
6. Percents
7. Measurement
8. Geometry
9. Data Analysis and Statistics
10. The Real Number System
11. An Introduction to Algebra
12. Polynomials
13. Graphing
14. Trigonometry
15. ReviewAssessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Assignments | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13 | 20% |
| Chapter Tests | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13 | 50% |
| Mid-term project | 1,2,3,4,5 | 10% |
| Final Exam | 6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13 | 20% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic Upgrading Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
| 85-89 |
A |
| 80-84 |
A- |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
| 72-75 |
B |
| 68-71 |
B- |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
| 60-63 |
C |
| 55-59 |
C- |
| 50-54 |
P |
| Non-completion or unsatisfactory performance |
NCG
No Credit Granted |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.