College Algebra with Medical Applications
3 credits | Fully Online | Self-Paced (28 days–6 months)
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive study of college-level algebra with an emphasis on real-world applications in nursing and allied health professions. This course focuses on the study of functions and their applications, including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Students will emphasis the application of algebraic concepts to healthcare-related contexts such as medication dosage calculations, IV flow rates, body mass index, unit conversions, medical data interpretation, and basic statistical reasoning.
$530 (Includes registration, textbook, and technology fees)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Simplify, factor, and perform operations on algebraic expressions involving polynomials, rational expressions, and radicals.
Solve linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic equations and inequalities, and interpret solutions in context.
Apply algebraic concepts to health-related problems, including medication dosages, IV rates, unit conversions, ratios, proportions, and basic medical formulas.
Graph functions and interpret graphs to understand relationships between variables and to solve problems.
Communicate mathematical reasoning clearly, using appropriate notation, units, and terminology in written explanations.
