Course Snapshot for MAT112 - Financial Mathematics
The information listed below is subject to change. Please review the course syllabus within your online course at the start of class.
Course Competencies
The competencies you will demonstrate in this course are as follows:
- Demonstrate use of financial calculators.
- Exhibit basic spreadsheet operations, by proper and effective use of such.
- Display algebraic manipulative skills.
- Demonstrate the basic language of financial mathematics.
- Apply the skills learned to solve problems in pricing, taxation, insurance, and investment.
- Recognize valid and invalid financial claims and construct valid financial arguments.
- Analyze a complex financial decision.
Module Outcomes Mapped to Competencies
Module 1 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Acknowledge the consequences of violating the CCCOnline Academic Integrity Policy. | 8 |
Module 2 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Demonstrate basic math knowledge through successful completion of pre-test. | 1 |
| Use a TI BA II Plus financial calculator for basic mathematical calculations. | 1 |
| Apply knowledge of TI BA II Plus financial calculator keys to store data, retrieve data, etc. | 1 |
Module 3 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Conduct bank reconciliations. | 4 |
| Apply basic algebra concepts to solve problems. | 3 |
| Solve simple interest and simple discount problems using appropriate formulas. | 3, 4 |
Module 4 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Set prices based on business goals. | 3, 4 |
| Conduct a basic financial analysis using financial reports. | 3, 4, 6 |
| Solve tax and payroll word problems. | 3, 4 |
Module 5 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Use the TI BA II Plus financial calculator to solve time value of money problems. | 3, 4, 6, 7 |
Module 6 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Use the TI BA II Plus financial calculator to solve mortgage problems. | 3, 4, 5 |
| Solve mortgage insurance and investment word problems. | 3, 4, 5 |
Module 7 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Construct aspects of a financial plan using Excel. | 2, 4, 6, 7 |
| Analyze aspects of a financial plan. | 7 |
Course Time Commitment and Expectations
For every credit hour, students should plan to spend an average of 2-3 hours per week for course-related activities in a 15-week course. For example, a 3 credit hour course would average an average 6-9 hours per week to read/listen to the online content, participate in discussion forums, complete assignments, and study the course material. For 10 and 6-week courses, the amount of time per week will be higher so all course competencies, module outcomes, and assignments will be covered.
Aside from typical reading assignments, this course has the following (Please Note: This list is subject to change based on the discretion of the instructor facilitating this course.):
| Assignment | Points |
|---|---|
Connect Plus Pre-Test Assignment (1 @ 5 points) |
5 |
Discussions (7 @ 10 points each) |
70 |
Connect Plus LearnSmart Homework Assignments (14 @ 5 points each) |
70 |
Connect Plus Chapter Quizzes (14 @ 15 points each) |
210 |
Connect Plus Module Exams (4 @ 100 points each) |
400 |
Excel Project (1 @ 50 points each) |
50 |
TOTAL |
805 |
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