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Administrative Master Syllabus
Course Information
Course Title
Support Course for Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences
Course Prefix, Num. and Title
NCBM 0224
Division
Math & Physical Sciences
Department
Math / College Readiness Math
Course Type
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM, but not WCJC Core)
Course Catalog Description
The application of common algebraic functions, including polynomial, exponential,
logarithmic, and rational, to problems in business, economics, and the social sciences
are addressed. The applications include mathematics of finance, including simple and
compound interest and annuities; systems of linear equations; matrices; linear
programming; and probability, including expected value.
This course is designed to help students accelerate through the developmental math
sequence in one semester. It focuses on the college readiness concepts necessary to
successfully complete Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences concurrently. This
class includes directed review, just-in-time instruction, and emphasis on math specific
study skills. This course must be successfully completed with a “C” or better to satisfy
TSI requirements.
Pre-Requisites
TSI Placement and Advisor/Instructor Recommendation
Co-Requisites
MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences
Semester Credit Hours
Total Semester Credit Hours (SCH): Lecture Hours:
Lab/Other Hours
2:2:0
Equated Pay Hours
2
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Lab Hours
0
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Clinical Hours
0
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Practicum Hours
0
Other Hours Breakdown
0
Approval Signatures
Title
Signature
Date
Prepared by:
Department Head:
Division Chair:
Dean/VPI:
Approved by CIR:
Yvonne Smith
Digitally signed by Yvonne Smith
DN: cn=Yvonne Smith, o=WCJC, ou=Math and Physical Science,
email=smithy@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2020.04.20 13:57:34 -05'00'
Yvonne Smith
Digitally signed by Yvonne Smith
DN: cn=Yvonne Smith, o=WCJC, ou=Math and Physical Science,
email=smithy@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2020.04.20 09:15:33 -05'00'
Jennifer Mauch
Digitally signed by Jennifer Mauch
DN: cn=Jennifer Mauch, o=Wharton County Junior College,
ou=Mathematics, email=mauchj@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2020.04.18 15:47:19 -05'00'
Leigh Ann collins
Digitally signed by Leigh Ann collins
DN: cn=Leigh Ann collins, o=WCJC, ou=VPI, email=lacollins@wcjc.edu,
c=US
Date: 2020.04.23 15:29:07 -05'00'
Paul J. Quinn
Digitally signed by Paul J. Quinn
Date: 2020.04.27 11:48:53 -05'00'
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Additional Course Information
Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include information regarding lab,
practicum, and clinical or other non-lecture instruction).
Unit 1 Equations and Graphs
Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
Multiplying Polynomials
Solving Linear Equations
Factoring Trinomials
Simplify Square Roots
Quadratic Formula
The Rectangular Coordinate System
Finding Intercepts
Understanding Slope
Writing Equations of Lines
Unit 2 Functions
Domain of Functions
Evaluating Functions
Characteristics of Parabolas
Asymptotes
Unit 3 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions; Financial Math
Exponent Rules
Properties of Logarithms
Exponentials and Logarithmic Equations
Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
Simple Interest
Choosing appropriate Finance Formulas
Calculator Hints and Practice
Unit 4 Matrices and Linear Programming
Systems of Equations
Multiplying Matrices
Row Operations
Graphing Linear Equations
Unit 5 Probability and Measures of Central Tendency
Operations with Fractions
Probability
Mean, Median, Mode
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Course Learning Outcomes:
Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Apply elementary functions, including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential
functions to solving real-world problems.
2. Solve mathematics of finance problems, including the computation of interest, annuities, and amortization
of loans.
3. Apply basic matrix operations, including linear programming methods, to solve application problems.
4. Demonstrate fundamental probability techniques and application of those techniques, including expected
value, to solve problems.
5. Apply matrix skills and probability analyses to model applications to solve real-world problems
Methods of Assessment:
Final Exam (Required)
Other Methods of Assessment:
Hour Exams
Homework
Quizzes
Short Answer
Discussion Board
Participation
Projects
Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
“Mathematics with Applications” by Lial et al; 12
th
edition; Pearson
Students must have computer access to the WCJC website, their WCJC student email and online accounts.
WCJC has open computer labs, with internet access, on all campuses for students to use.
Suggested Course Maximum:
15
List any specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach the
course.
None
Course Requirements/Grading System:
Describe any course specific requirements such as research papers or
reading assignments and the generalized grading format for the course.
A. Final Exam 15-30%
B. Other Course Requirements 70-85%
A = 90-100
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = 59 or below
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Curriculum Checklist:
Administrative General Education Course (from ACGM, but not in WCJC Core)No additional documents
needed.
Administrative WCJC Core Course. Attach the Core Curriculum Review Forms
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
WECM Course -If needed, revise the Program SCANS Matrix and Competencies Checklist