MAT110

Math in the Trades

A study of various topics including an introduction to basic arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, technical math, and environmental and energy mathematics, with an emphasis on critical thinking and interpreting results. Other topics may be covered at the discretion of the instructor. The topics in this course have been identified as critical knowledge for anyone looking to enter a trade or industry by a committee of industry leaders. Pre-requisites: MAT 091 or by placement.

Course Learning Outcomes:

1. Evaluate expressions involving basic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) with rational numbers (integers, decimals, fractions, or mixed numbers), expressing the answers in simplest form.
2. Round a given whole number or decimal number to a given place value.
3. Solve a proportion that accurately represents a situation initially described verbally.
4. Convert a given number from one of the following forms to any of the other two forms: percent, fraction/mixed number, decimal.
5. Find the missing value (percent, base, or amount) when the other two values are known, using the percent proportion or using the equation: percent x base = amount.
6. Solve linear equations or inequalities in one variable that may include variable or constant terms on both sides of the equation (or inequality) or may include expressions in parentheses.
7. Convert given numbers from scientific notation to standard decimal form or from standard decimal form to scientific notation.
8. Convert various measurements (length, distance, weight, mass, area, volume, capacity, time) to equivalent measurements with different sized units within the U. S. Customary System or within the Metric System.
9. Manually collect measurements using a tape measure and/or precision instrument
10. Calculate area and perimeter/circumference of a variety of two-dimensional shapes
11. Calculate volume and surface area of a variety of three-dimensional solids
12. Express mathematical results properly utilizing the rules of accuracy or precision.
13. Evaluate trigonometric ratios using either reference triangles or a calculator as directed.
14. Use the Pythagorean Theorem to calculate the length of the remaining side of a right triangle when given the lengths of any two sides
15. Calculate and interpret measures of central tendency
16. Interpret basic electrical schematics and diagrams.
17. Conduct an electrical load analysis.
18. Apply knowledge of solar radiation and solar orientation to PV system design.
19. Calculate energy usage and output for application of solar electric.

Effective Term: Fall 2026

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