Module 1 - Orientation

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In this module you will be oriented to the requirements for the Quantitative Literacy domain.

Activity 1: Domain of Study

Each domain of study is broken down into sub-domains and competencies.

Within the Quantitative Literacy domain, there are seven sub-domains and eight competencies. 

Subdomain 206.1 - Numeracy and Calculation in Arithmetic & Algebra

Competency 206.1.1:  Applying Basic Numeracy and Calculation Skills - The graduate possesses and understands how to apply basic numeracy and calculation skills and algorithms in arithmetic and in basic algebra.

Subdomain 206.2 - Functions and Algebra

Competency 206.2.1:  Solving Algebraic Equations - The graduate solves algebraic equations and constructs equations to solve real-world problems.

Competency 206.2.2:  Understanding Functions - The graduate understands the basic properties of functions.

Subdomain 206.3 - Geometry & Measurement

Competency 206.3.1:  Applying Geometric, Trigonometric, & Measurement Processes - The graduate applies basic geometric, trigonometric, and measurement skills and processes to problems in mathematics as well as in a variety of disciplines.

Subdomain 206.4 - Probability & Statistics

Competency 206.4.1:  Understanding & Using Probability & Statistics - The graduate understands and uses elementary probability and statistics and knows the relationship between them and sampling and inference.

Subdomain 206.5 - Quantitative Problem-Solving

Competency 206.5.1:  Constructing Arguments & Reasoning - The graduate constructs reasonable quantitative arguments; reasons deductively and inductively; solves quantitative problems using a variety of techniques; and determines whether a given argument has logical flaws.

Subdomain 206.6 - Quantitative Communication

Competency 206.6.1:  Interpreting and Communicating Quantitative Information - The graduate interprets documents and materials containing quantitative information and effectively communicates mathematical arguments and quantitative results.

Subdomain 206.7 - Quantitative Technology Skills

Competency 206.7.1:  Applying Technology to Quantitative Problems - The graduate solves problems involving computation, graphical information, and informational technology in a wide range of areas using regular and graphing calculators, databases, and statistical analysis programs.

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