MATH 0401: Intermediate Mathematics
Note: Students who complete MATH 0401 will meet the ABE Intermediate Level (Grade 10) learning outcomes and competencies for transfer credit as stated in the 2021/22 BC Provincial Government’s publication Adult Basic Education: A Guide to Upgrading in British Columbia’s Public Post-Secondary Institutions – An Articulation Handbook at Adult Basic Education: A Guide to Upgrading in British Columbia's Public Post-Secondary Institutions - An Articulation Handbook. (https://www.bctransferguide.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/ABE2122.pdf)
Please note, reference to Grade 10 Algebra refers to Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 in the BC Curriculum.
This ABE intermediate-level math course is equivalent to Grade 10 Algebra. Upon completion of this course, students are well-prepared for the ABE advanced-level course, MATH 0523: Advanced Mathematics, or Algebra 11. This course is also good preparation for studies in a variety of technical, business and scientific fields requiring an understanding of intermediate-level mathematics.
Learning outcomes
- Solve problems in arithmetic involving whole numbers, decimals, and fractions by estimating answers and by using a scientific calculator.
- Read, take, estimate, and convert measurements in common metric and Imperial units, using tables, a calculator, and common measuring tools.
- Find the perimeter, area, surface area, and volume of geometric figures by measuring and by using formulas.
- Solve problems in arithmetic by using ratio and proportion.
- Convert between decimals, fractions, and percents and solve problems using percent.
- Identify, draw, measure, and classify common geometric figures.
- Draw and construct geometric figures using a compass and straight edge.
- Demonstrate an understanding of statistics by tabulating and graphing data; interpreting graphs; calculating mean, median, mode, and range; and finding meaning in numerical facts or data.
- Evaluate algebraic expressions using signed rational numbers, absolute value, and the order of operations.
- Solve algebraic equations, formulas, and word problems.
- Perform operations using polynomials.
- Solve equations using powers, roots, and scientific notation, and with the use of a scientific calculator.
- Graph linear equations by using the Cartesian coordinate system, and use the graphs to solve mathematical problems.
- Solve for missing parts of a triangle and right triangle problems by using the Pythagorean Theorem and trigonometry ratios.
Course topics
MATH 0401 includes the following 14 modules:
- Arithmetic and Estimation
- Measurement
- Perimeter, Area, and Volume
- Ratio and Proportion
- Percent
- Geometry: Introduction
- Geometry: Construction
- Statistics
- Signed (Rational) Numbers
- Algebra: Equations
- Algebra: Polynomials
- Powers, Roots, and Scientific Notation
- Graphing
- Trigonometry
Required text and materials
There is no required textbook for this course .
Additional requirements
Scientific calculator is required.
Assessments
Please be aware that should your course have a final exam, you are responsible for the fee to the online proctoring service, ProctorU, or to the in-person approved Testing Centre. Please contact exams@tru.ca with any questions about this.
To successfully complete this course, students must achieve a passing grade of 50% or higher on the overall course, and 50% or higher on the final mandatory examination.
| Assignment 1 | 10% |
| Assignment 2 | 10% |
| Assignment 3 | 10% |
| Assignment 4 | 10% |
| Assignment 5 | 10% |
| Assignment 6 | 10% |
| Assignment 7 | 10% |
| Final Examination (mandatory) | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
Open Learning Faculty Member Information
An Open Learning Faculty Member is available to assist students. Students will receive the necessary contact information at the start of the course.
