MAT 120 Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers I

Students develop the mathematical background they will need as elementary school teachers. Topics include: sets, number systems, operations with integers and rational numbers, elementary number theory, and problem solving. The focus is on explaining how to solve problems rather than just providing an answer.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Successful completion of MAT 085 or MAT 095 or qualifying score on Mathematics Placement Test; and successful completion of MAT 092 or qualifying score on Geometry Proficiency Test or two semesters of high school geometry or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better. Successful completion of ENG 084 or qualifying score on the English Placement Test.

Corequisite

MAT 097