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  MATH 050: Pre-Algebra
 

 Course Description



 

MATH 050 covers a variety of algebraic topics in an application-oriented environment.  Preparation for further math and math related courses is emphasized throughout.

For more information, including topics covered in MATH 050, read the official LCC Course Catalog description  of MATH 050.  Pay special attention to the prerequisites for the course.

Or, read the MATH 050 Course Outline,, a list of the topics covered in MATH 050.

Passing MATH 050 with a grade of 2.0 or better will raise your Math Basic Skill Level to 4. 

 Course Materials

 

 

 

Textbook: Prealgebra,
Special Edition for LCC, 
by Blair, Tobey and Slater.
ISBN#: 978-0-536-43643-6
(new book package FALL 2007)

Supplemental Package: This is included free with a new textbook and is required for the course.  The package contains

  • CD Lecture Series Videos

  • Access to MyMathLab (an online course component

  • MathXL - Tutorials on CD

  • Access to Prentice Hall's Tutor Center


MATH 050 Course Packet: Written by faculty of Lansing Community College, this packet contains Assignment Tables, Quiz Warm-ups, and all Practice Tests and Keys.
ISBN#
:   978-0-536-52839-1

Calculator:  The use of a Texas Instruments TI 30XIIS  scientific calculator is required; a TI-83 plus Silver Edition, TI-83 plus, TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculators may also be used but are not recommended.

Lecture Series Videos: As mentioned above, these are packaged in CD format with a new copy of the textbook.