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gus · #14 (**permalink**) 02-08-2008, 09:55 AM

Here's the info from ACE's:

College Algebra

ACE Transcript Data: ALEK-0003
Organization: ALEKS Corporation (McGraw Hill)
Location: Online through the Internet
Length: 60 hours (6-18 weeks).
Dates: August 1999 ? Present
Description: 60 hours (6-18 weeks). Student will be able to demonstrate sound, reliable knowledge of the elements of college algebra.
Objective: provide mastery of mathematical concepts and skills in college algebra, enabling both practical application and further study at an appropriate higher level.
Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate sound, reliable knowledge of the elements of college algebra.
Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are algebra review, linear equations and inequalities, equations involving rational expressions, manipulating polynomial expressions, integer and rational exponents; functions and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of linear equations and matrices; sequences, series, and probability; and conic sections. Methods of instruction include pre-assessment, lecture, worksheets, guided study based on individual progress, interactive feedback, explanations, assignments, illustrations, small group instruction, independent lab work, hyperlinked dictionary definitions, optional digital support materials, reassessment reviews, and online quizzes.
Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/ associate degree category, 3 semester hours in math (1/07).

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Business Statistics

ACE Transcript Data: ALEK-0008
Organization: ALEKS Corporation (McGraw Hill)
Location: Online through the Internet
Length: 60 hours (6-18 weeks).
Dates: August 1999 ? Present
Description: 60 hours (6-18 weeks). Student will be able to demonstrate sound, reliable knowledge of the elements of business statistics.
Objective: To provide mastery of mathematical skills in business statistics, enabling both practical application and further study at an appropriate higher level.
Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate sound, reliable knowledge of the elements of business statistics.
Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are mathematical readiness; descriptive statistics; probability; random variables; distributions; inferential statistics; correlation and regression; time series; and quality control. Methods of instruction include initial assessment, printable worksheets, guided study based on individual readiness, interactive feedback, explanations, hyperlinked dictionary definitions, optional digital support materials, reassessment reviews, and online quizzes.
Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in business statistics (1/07).

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PreCalculus

ACE Transcript Data: ALEK-0005
Organization: ALEKS Corporation (McGraw Hill)
Location: Online through the Internet
Length: 60 hours (6-18 weeks).
Dates: August 1999 ? Present
Description: 60 hours (6-18 weeks). Student will be able to demonstrate sound, reliable knowledge of the elements of pre-calculus.
Objective: To provide mastery of mathematical skills in pre-calculus, enabling both practical application and further study at an appropriate higher level.
Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate sound, reliable knowledge of the elements of pre-calculus.
Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are algebra review; functions and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometry; systems of linear equations and matrices; sequences, series, and probability; and conic sections. Methods of instruction include initial assessment, printable worksheets, guided study based on individual readiness, interactive feedback, explanations, hyperlinked dictionary definitions, optional digital support materials, reassessment reviews, and online quizzes.
Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in pre-calculus (1/07).