MATH 0435 - Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning

4 credit hours. 4 lecture hours. 0 lab hours.

This course satisfies the TSI math requirement as being met non-algebraically.  If a student chooses to take a college-level math course that is algebraic-based, further remediation is required.

Additional Fees: Math Tutorial Center Fee $15

Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will: Develop number sense and the ability to apply concepts of numeracy to investigate and describe quantitative relationships and solve real-world problems in a variety of context; use proportional reasoning to solve problems that require ratios, rates, proportions, and scaling; transition from specific and numeric reasoning to general and abstract reasoning using the language and structure of algebra to investigate, represent, and solve problems; understand and critically evaluate statements that appear in the popular media (especially in presenting medical information) involving risk and arguments based on probability; understand, interpret, and make decisions based on financial information commonly presented to consumers; and understand that quantitative information presented in the media and by other entities can sometimes be useful and sometimes be misleading.
Notes:
Any student enrolled in a mathematics course at Temple College will be eligible to attend a Math Tutorial Center. The Main Campus lab will be open a minimum of 40 hours each week and will be staffed by the lab coordinator, math faculty members and peer tutors. Labs in Hutto and Taylor will be open a limited number of hours as posted at these facilities. Hours vary each semester. Check with Center Directors for available tutoring at the Hutto and Taylor locations.

While every effort has been made to align our pre-requisites with the majority of major receiving institutions, it is ultimately the learner’s responsibility to be aware of his/her institution’s particular pre-requisites. MyLabs Plus is used in most classes.