College Algebra-No Exams

I just looked at the CLEP test for College Algebra. It DOES include determinants for two by two matrices. That's as far as it goes.

I'd bet that with a week or to evening refresher study, you'd walk right through that exam and save yourself the time and money.

 

I know they have exams, what I don't know is if they are proctored.

 

You know, I've really been thinking about trying to do just that. I purchased the REA study guide for the CLEP Algebra exam but haven't spent any real time studying it yet. I checked out the Clovis Community College class and they won't let me even enroll in their college algebra class unless I find a way to take their assessment test. I spoke with someone in admissions about it and they're fairly adamant about it. I'm not really interested in going through all of the hassle of finding a college near me that offers this test and then taking time off from work to go take it.

 

Great thread - of course, and I'm pretty sure I speak for most TESC BSBA pursuees, anyone aware of a Pre-Calculus exam (that has both College Algebra AND Trigonometry omponent) that is either no-exam, online exam, or open-book exam?

Cheers.

 

There is a new "precalculus" CLEP test. Is that what you mean?

 

Has anyone met the Excelsior College College Algebra requirement using Empire State's Algebra's course?

I was interested in Colorado Community Colleges Online College Algebra until I realized they have prereqs.

Thanks

 

That exam isn't available until next year ...

 

Does anyone know of a 5- or 8-week term course that meets the Excelsior College Algebra requirement?

How about starting in March?

 

www.pennfoster.edu
Formerly Education Direct
Some courses are ace approved one of them is
Practical algebra it's worth 3 semester hours and will meet the Excelsior College Algebra requirement.
It is self paced and all quizzes are untimed open book, there is a proctored final exam but it is open book.
Passing grade is 70% you're allowed to retake the final exam but the maximum grade will be 70% regardless of your score on the second attempt.
The cost is 55 per semester hour.
To register you need to contact the
Business & Iindustrial Training @ 1-800-233-0259.
Good Luck,
Pilot...............

 

Hey Pilot,

Thanks for the info. I gave them a call and they could not locate the course. The only thing comparable was Technical Math I and II (at 2 s.h. each). Do you know if they still offer it, or if it could be under a different name?

Any other options?

Thanks,
LfH

 

That course is not listed in my student handbook. They may not offer it anymore. Technical Math may be the closest match, but make sure it's been reviewed by ACE, or Excelsior won't take it as transfer credit.

 

I see now that the ACE catalog lists it as 'Formerly Technical Mathematics I'.

Here is the ACE catalog listing:

Practical Algebra
(Formerly Technical Mathematics I)
ACE Transcript Data: ICS-0134
Location: Self-study.
Length: Versions 1, 2, and 3: Correspondence
program.
Dates: Version 1: January 1983-December
1986; Version 2: January 1987-November
2000; Version 3: December 2000-Present.
Objective: Version 1: To introduce the history
of engineering and to provide basic
algebra skills necessary to solve technical
problems. Versions 2 and 3: To provide
the basic algebra skills necessary to solve
technical problems.
Learning Outcome: Versions 1, 2, and 3:
Upon successful completion of this
course, the student will be able to solve
technical problems involving the use of
basic algebra skills.
Instruction: Version 1: Major topics covered
in the course are an overview of the history
of engineering; formulas; operations on
signed numbers, polynomials, and rational
expressions; factoring; solution of linear systems,
including the methods of determinants;
graphs and graphical solutions of linear
and quadratic equations; exponents;
radicals; logarithms; imaginary numbers;
and technical applications. Versions 2 and 3:
Major topics covered in the course are formulas;
operations of signed numbers, polynomials,
and rational expressions; factoring;
solution of linear systems including the
methods of determinants; graphs and
graphical solutions of linear quadratic equations;
exponents; radicals; logarithms; and
imaginary numbers. Methods of instruction
include independent study, correspondence,
telephone assistance, and examinations.
Credit Recommendation: Versions 1 and 2: In
the lower division baccalaureate/associate
degree category, 2 semester hours in
Technical Mathematics or Algebra
(11/84) (4/89) (6/94). NOTE: Course
should not be applied to Science or Engineering
majors. Version 3: In the lower
division baccalaureate/associate degree
category, 3 semester hours in Algebra
(12/00).



What do you think?

 

It looks like it would meet the Algebra requirement at Excelsior, but I am sure Penn Foster requires exams during the course, and possibly a proctored exam at the end of the course.

 

FYI, I am not adverse to a proctored exam. I hi-jacked this thread in search of an accelerated course.

Thanks.

 

I didn't imply you were adverse to exams. The name of the thread is "College Algebra, No Exams). Just trying to stay on topic.

 

Formerly Technical Mathematics I

Thanks for the research guys. Now if we could get an enrolled Excelsior student to find out from an adviser if this course will indeed fulfill the Algebra requirement. I will register ASAP. Thanks again LFH and TCord. Earlier today I also called ED and they could didn't give me any feedback on the Practical Algebra Course.


Thanks Again,
Shawshank

 

Hi,
Practical Algebra was formerly called Technical Mathematics 1.
The version 3 of the course has been reviewed by ACE in December 2000 and is still valid, it's worth 3 semester hours in Algebra.
The Ace Transcript data # is: ICS-0134 refer to this code when asking about the course.
Good luck,

 

Re: Formerly Technical Mathematics I

TCord- didn't mean to imply that you did. Sorry.

Shawshank- glad to have you here.

It took several phone calls, but Pilot's information is correct. Call the number he listed and ask for 'Technical Math I'. Interestingly, Penn Foster considers this course 2 sh, so the price is $110 + $20 proctoring fee (although you have to provide your own proctor; I presume the fee is for shipping). This price includes books. ACE recommends 3 sh. If this holds true, it is quite a bargain!

I sent Excelsior an e-mail to get this all confirmed in writing (thanks Mark!). Will let you know once I've heard back.

Can anyone point to the Excelsior material that states they accept all ACE recommendations and/or their newer policy of accepting DETC-approved courses?

Thanks everyone,
LfH

 

Bad news: Excelsior said this course does NOT fulfill the requirement in the business program.

They said that they will accept it for credit due to Penn Foster's candidacy for regional accreditation; wasn't that withdrawn?

I have asked them to reconsider based on the ACE recommendation that this course be awarded at 3 sh College Algebra credit.

I thought that Excelsior accepted all of ACE's recommendations? Is this just myth?

 

This is from the Excelsior website-
"Credit for Training
Make the most of training completed through the military, criminal justice programs, and other job settings when the training has been approved by the American Council on Education (ACE), National PONSI, Excelsior College, or another regionally accredited college or university. "

It certainly seems like it should be approved.