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BeginnerFoundations

Basic Math Foundations

An optional but recommended mathematics foundation for beginners. Learn number systems, equations, graphs, shapes, sine, cosine, tangent, sets, probability, statistics, and reliable calculation methods.

ArithmeticBinary and hexadecimalAlgebraFunctions and graphsGeometry and trigonometryLogic and setsProbability and statistics
Learning outcomes

What you’ll be able to do.

01

Calculate accurately with common number forms, ratios, units, and percentages

02

Convert and verify values across decimal, binary, and hexadecimal notation

03

Solve introductory algebra problems and interpret functions and graphs

04

Use geometry, the Pythagorean theorem, sine, cosine, tangent, and the unit circle

05

Apply sets, logic, counting, probability, statistics, and quantitative checking

Curriculum

6 focused modules.

10 lessons total
01Why mathematics foundations matter and what this course will teach youPrepare for an optional, structured review of essential mathematics.
  1. ↳Welcome to Basic Math FoundationsLesson
02Number foundations and positional notationBuild arithmetic fluency and work across decimal, binary, and hexadecimal systems.
  1. ↳Numbers, fractions, percentages, and ratiosLesson
  2. ↳Binary and hexadecimal number systemsLesson
03Guided algebra, functions, and graphsUse symbols, relationships, powers, and visual representations through worked examples.
  1. ↳Algebraic expressions, equations, and inequalitiesLesson
  2. ↳Powers, roots, logarithms, functions, and graphsLesson
04Independent geometry, trigonometry, sets, and logicApply mathematical relationships with less guidance and verify each result.
  1. ↳Geometry and trigonometry basicsLesson
  2. ↳Sets, logic, and countingLesson
05Professional mathematical literacy with probability and statisticsInterpret uncertainty, data, summaries, and visual claims responsibly.
  1. ↳Probability, statistics, tables, and chartsLesson
06Course synthesis and final reviewCombine the complete foundation, review evidence, and select focused next practice.
  1. ↳Capstone: complete a mathematics foundation studyLesson
  2. ↳Final review and next stepsLesson
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