Course Outline for Mathematics 231W
Noncredit College Algebra Workshop

Effective: Fall 2020
SLO Rev: 03/03/2021
Catalog Description:

MTH 231W - Noncredit College Algebra Workshop

36.00 Hours

May be repeated 99 time(s)
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Business and STEM Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course includes laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop, or computer laboratory time for College Algebra.
Corequisite: MTH 31.
1702.00 - Mathematics Skills
Pass/No Pass/Satisfactory Progress
Type Hours
Laboratory 36.00
Total 36.00
Measurable Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  1. read and write the mathematics used in College Algebra;
  2. use technology currently used in College Algebra;
  3. solve problems on their own and with peers without having to rely on an instructor.
Course Content:
  1. Applications of principles and concepts
  2. Review of prerequisite mathematics skills, such as:
    1. Arithmetic with fractions
    2. Solving linear equations
    3. Graphing linear equations
    4. Domain and range
  3. Study Skills
    1. Grit and Growth Mindset 
    2. How Learning Math is Different 
    3. Resources On and Off Campus 
    4. Time Management 
    5. How to Be an Effective Listener and Take Notes 
    6. How to Approach Homework 
    7. How to Study for an Exam 
    8. Overcoming Math and Test Anxiety
Methods of Instruction:
  1. Class and group discussions
  2. Lectures
  3. Problem Solving
  4. Computer-based interactive curriculum
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
  1. A student makes and sells necklaces at the beach during the summer months. The material for each necklace costs her $6 and she has been selling about 31 per day at $10 each. She has been wondering whether or not to raise the price, so she takes a survey and finds that for ever dollar increase she would lose two sales a day. What price should she set for the necklaces to maximize her profit?
  2. Given an outline of a fragment of a ceramic dish found at an archaeological site, use algebra to determine the dish's original diameter.
  3. The student visits various sites on campus that provide student support.
  1. Class Work
  2. Attendance
Upon the completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  1. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
Textbooks (Typical):
  1. OpenStax College Algebra (2019). College Algebra (13.10). OpenStax CNX.
Abbreviated Class Schedule Description:
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Business and STEM Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course includes laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop, or computer laboratory time for College Algebra.
Corequisite: MTH 31.
Discipline:
Mathematics*, Mathematics-Basic Skills: Noncredit, or