vcc.ca
MATH 0615: Fundamentals of Mathematics 1B
Effective date
January 2024
Department
ABE Fundamentals
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
MATH 0615 introduces students to skills, concepts, vocabulary, and problem-solving strategies for working with whole numbers up to 100. Topics include subtraction, shapes, and time. This level is the first of six levels of Basic Education Mathematics and will prepare students to meet personal, career, or further academic goals.
Math 0610 and 0615 meet the required outcomes for ALF Mathematics Level 1 in the BC ABE Articulation Handbook 2022/2023 Edition: https://www.bctransferguide.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/abeguide2223.pdf
Credits
0.0
Year of study
Below Grade 10 Equivalency
Prerequisites
Department approval required.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Subtract 2-digit numbers without borrowing
- Identify value of Canadian money
- Translate a 1-step subtraction word problem into a mathematical expression
- Identify regular shapes: rectangle, square, triangle, and circle
- Recognize common base time units (seconds, minutes, hours, etc.)
- Show mathematical ideas using objects, pictures, and symbols
- Use mathematical vocabulary to communicate concepts
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 156
Total Hours: 156
Total Hours: 156
Instructional Strategies
This course will be taught in a self-paced, individualized format along with group instruction and problem-solving activities.
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
S
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Other |
100 |
In this mastery-based curriculum, students focus on one skill at a time and move on after they demonstrate a high level of competence in that skill. |
Course topics
- Subtraction up to 100: Vertical and horizontal formats of subtraction, word problems, and estimating
- Shapes: Circle, triangle, rectangle, and square
- Time: Hours, minutes, seconds; AM and PM; estimating and rounding time
Learning resources
Adult Literacy Fundamentals - Mathematics: Book 1B
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.