PDC111503 - Advanced Topics in Algebra

Duration 12 hours online self-paced learning. Students can access the micro-credential for one year from enrolment.
Study modeOnline
Course codePDC111503
Fee
$200 (Full)

Overview

Did you know that algebra is the part of mathematics where letters and other symbols are used to represent numbers and quantities in formulae and equations? Do you want to learn how to solve algebraic equations and inequalities of linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational and radical types, and be introduced to working with surds and polynomial long division? If these are concepts you want to know more about, get started today and step up your mathematical knowledge and skills.

Mathematics is used to solve many types of problems. This online micro-credential will introduce you to advanced algebra, working with surds and polynomial long division. 

Students who successfully complete the set of 7 micro-credentials* developed from the unit MATH40252, Technical Mathematics for University, (which forms part of the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03), may be eligible for credit transfer, pending all other entry requirements to the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03 are being met, as automatic entry will not apply.

*Includes the following micro-credentials:

  1. PDC111503 Advanced Topics in Algebra
  2. PDC111508 Trigonometric Functions, Ratios, and Graphs
  3. PDC111509 Planar Geometry
  4. PDC1115010 Vectors 
  5. PDC111511 Introductory Calculus - Differentiation
  6. PDC111512 Introductory Calculus - Integration
  7. PDC87419 Applied Mathematics - Concepts and Skills: Assessment Module

This online micro-credential provides a creditable micro-credential and digital badge which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Our micro-credentials are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

What is a Digital Badge?

Career Opportunities

Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Students who successfully complete the set of 7 micro-credentials* developed from the unit MATH40252, Technical Mathematics for University, (which forms part of the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03), may be eligible for credit transfer, pending all other entry requirements to the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03 are being met, as automatic entry will not apply.

*Includes the following micro-credentials:

  1. PDC111503 Advanced Topics in Algebra
  2. PDC111508 Trigonometric Functions, Ratios, and Graphs
  3. PDC111509 Planar Geometry
  4. PDC1115010 Vectors 
  5. PDC111511 Introductory Calculus - Differentiation
  6. PDC111512 Introductory Calculus - Integration
  7. PDC87419 Applied Mathematics - Concepts and Skills: Assessment Module

Structure & Availability

Micro-credential

Duration:

12 hours online self-paced learning.

Students can access the micro-credential for one year from enrolment.


  1. Simplify and perform operations with algebraic fractions and radical expressions
  2. Use the distributive law to expand and factorise algebraic expressions and polynomials
  3. Perform polynomial division
  4. Solve algebraic equations and inequalities of linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational and radical types
  5. Solve systems of linear and non-linear equations and associated applied problems.

Assessment

One Exam (Downloaded document with 24 hours to complete and submit). 

Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements; however, it is recommended to complete these micro-credentials before enrolling in this micro-credential.

  • PDC106144 Linear Equations and Inequalities          
  • PDC106278 Quadratic Equations  
  • PDC106279 Logarithms and Exponential Equations 
  • PDC106281 Sequences and Series 

Our micro-credentials are available for anyone to access. You do not have to be a CQUniversity student. 

How to apply

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