Specific strategies to insure successful college experiences are emphasized. This course is designed to teach students how to have a successful college experience both academically and personally. The focus will be on the development of practical knowledge and skills to assist students toward that goal. Topics include time planning, test taking, study techniques, critical thinking, community and campus resources, and managing the personal and relationship issues that face many students. This course is recommended for students who place into DRE 030 and is also available to students who are exempt from reading courses.
Students enhance their understanding and manipulative skills in the arithmetic of rational numbers.
Topics include whole numbers, fractions, decimal fractions, percents, ratios, proportions, and signed numbers. Material commonly found in first-year high school algebra is studied. Topics include rational numbers, variable expressions, linear equations, inequalities, exponents, polynomials, factoring and rational expressions. Basic mathematical concepts as applied to finance are covered. Topics include percentages, markup, simple and compound interest, discounts, annuities, debt installments, depreciation, and financial statements.