MATH 17A Concepts and Structures of Mathematics

Units: 3
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Grade Options: Letter Grade
General Education: Delta Area 1B; CSU Area B4
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or appropriate placement as determined by the multiple measures assessment process.
This course is one of two courses designed for the pre-service elementary teacher. The course focuses on the development of quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including real number systems and subsystems. Emphasis is on comprehension and analysis of mathematical concepts and application of logical reasoning. Throughout the course, accurate use of mathematical terminology and notation will be emphasized. (HBCU, UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 120)