Academic Catalog

Developmental Mathematics (CCDM)

CCDM 100 N  Mathematics Preparation for College Success  4 Credits (4)  
Mathematics skills course designed for college students with math skills insufficient for success in CCDM 103N. Repeatable: for a maximum of 4 credits.

Learning Outcomes
  1. Add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  2. Solve problems involving ratios, percentages, and proportions.
  3. Add, subtract, multiply and divide integers.

  
CCDM 103 N  Pre-Algebra  4 Credits (4)  
Fundamental mathematics operations and arithmetic computations. Introduction to algebra and applied geometry. Provides laboratory and individualized instruction. . (3+2P)
Provides Lab  

Learning Outcomes
  1. Evaluate algebraic expression containing exponents, polynomials and rational expressions.
  2. Use the order of operation.
  3. Solve linear equations in one variable using the addition and multiplication properties;
  4. Add, subtract, multiply and divide integers, fractions, decimals and percentages;
  5. Solve problems involving ratios and percentages.
  6. Calculate square roots and use Pythagorean Theorem in problem solving.
  7. Determine Congruent and Similar Triangles.
  8. Use formulas to find perimeter, area, surface area and volume of some basic geometric shapes.

  
CCDM 105 N  Mathematics Preparation and Pre-Algebra  5 Credits (5)  
A total immersion course that combines CCDM 100N and CCDM 103N using tutorials, manipulatives, and classroom instruction. Completion of this class is equivalent to the completion of CCDM 100N and CCDM 103N. (4+2P)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Solve linear equations in one variable using the addition and multiplication properties.
  2. Add, subtract, multiply and divide integers.
  3. Solve problems involving ratios and proportions.

  
CCDM 112 N  Developmental Algebra I  4 Credits (4)  
Fundamental algebra operations, algebraic expressions, solving linear equations, systems of equations and applications of linear equations. Introduction to exponents and polynomials. Provides laboratory instruction. Completion of CCDM 112N and CCDM 113N is equivalent to completion of CCDM 114N. (3+2P)
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CCDM 103N or CCDM 105N or adequate placement score  
Provides Lab  

Learning Outcomes
  1. Evaluate and simplify exponential expressions.
  2. Add, subtract, multiply and divide polynomials.
  3. Factor all forms of polynomials.

  
CCDM 113 N  Developmental Algebra II  4 Credits (4)  
Fundamental algebra operations, polynomials, factoring, solving quadratics by factoring, rational expressions, exponents and radical expressions (continuation of CCDM 112N). Provides laboratory instruction. Completion of CCDM 112N and CCDM 113N is equivalent to completion of CCDM 114N. (3+2P).
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CCDM 112N  
Provides Lab  

Learning Outcomes
  1. See course syllabus.

  
CCDM 114 N  Algebra Skills  4 Credits (4)  
Fundamental algebra operations: algebraic expressions, solving linear and quadratic equations, factoring, radicals, exponents. Provides laboratory and individualized instruction. Completion of CCDM 114N meets basic skills requirement. (3+2P)
Prerequisite(s): C or better in CCDM 103N or CCDM 105N or adequate placement score  
Provides Lab  

Learning Outcomes
  1. See course syllabus.