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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

7 focused modules.

18 lessons total
01Arithmetic and reliable calculationUse whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportions, and units.
  1. ↳Welcome to Basic Math FoundationsLesson
  2. ↳Zero, integers, place value, and factorsLesson
  3. ↳Fractions and decimalsLesson
  4. ↳Percentages, ratios, proportions, and unitsLesson
02Computer number representationsConvert bases before interpreting signed values and range failures.
  1. ↳Binary place value, conversion, and arithmeticLesson
  2. ↳Hexadecimal and four-bit groupsLesson
  3. ↳Signed integers and overflowLesson
03Algebra and functionsSolve equations and connect formulas, graphs, growth, and logarithms.
  1. ↳Algebra, powers, roots, equations, and inequalitiesLesson
  2. ↳Functions, coordinates, and graphsLesson
  3. ↳Exponential growth and logarithmsLesson
04Geometry and trigonometryChoose measurements and use triangle and circle relationships.
  1. ↳Geometry, measurement, and the Pythagorean theoremLesson
  2. ↳Sine, cosine, tangent, and the unit circleLesson
05Sets, logic, and countingDefine collections and statements before counting possible outcomes.
  1. ↳Sets and logical statementsLesson
  2. ↳Counting arrangements and selectionsLesson
06Probability and statistical evidenceState probability models and interpret observed data.
  1. ↳Probability, events, and conditional reasoningLesson
  2. ↳Statistics, sampling, tables, and chartsLesson
07Mathematical synthesisCombine methods and check each promised skill.
  1. ↳Capstone: complete a mathematics foundation studyLesson
  2. ↳Final review and next stepsLesson
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