ATAM 1000 - Mathematics for the Trades I

Credit Hours: 4.00

Objectives:

1. Solve practical problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of signed numbers.
2. Solve practical problems using the correct method of calculating percentages.
3. Solve practical problems using the correct method of establishing ratio and proportion for unknown quantities.
4. Solve practical problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions.
5. Solve practical problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of decimals.
6. Solve practical problems using exponents and square roots.
7. Convert measurements between U.S. customary units and metric units.
8. Solve practical problems using scientific and engineering notation.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to use basic mathematical properties.

Objectives:

1. Use the correct order of operations to solve practical problems.
2. Solve practical problems using the commutative property.
3. Solve practical problems using the associative property.
4. Solve practical problems using the distribution property.
5. Solve practical problems using the identity property.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to apply fundamental algebraic principles.

Objectives:

1. Simplify algebraic expressions.
2. Evaluate formulas and literal expressions.
3. Translate simple phrases and sentences into algebraic expressions and equations.
4. Solve algebraic equations involving multiple operations.
5. Solve industrial formulas and word problems.
6. Solve a system of two linear equations in two variables.
7. Solve quadratic equations.

• Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
• Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
• Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
• Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
• Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
• Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

1. Arithmetic of Whole Numbers
2. Order of Operations
3. Multiplication and Division of Fractions
4. Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
5. Arithmetic of Decimal Numbers & Decimal Fractions
6. Ratio & Proportion and Percent
7. U.S. Customary Measurement & Conversions
8. Metric Units & Metric – U.S. Conversions, Direct Measurements
9. Arithmetic of Signed Numbers, Exponents, & Square Roots
10. Algebraic Expressions, Linear Equations
11. Multiplying & Dividing Polynomials, Special Products, & Factoring
12. Solving Algebraic Equations with Two Operations
13. Solving Algebraic Formulas, Equations, & Word Problems
14. Scientific and Engineering Notation
15. Systems of Equations, Dependent & Inconsistent Systems
16. Quadratic Equations