Refresh College Algebra Foundations

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Refresh College Algebra Foundations

Instructor: Professionals in the Industry

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Diagnosis first: Precise self-assessment reveals gaps; targeting weaknesses beats reviewing everything.
Prioritize for efficiency: Focus practice on your two weakest areas for faster, optimal improvement.
Structured planning: A time-blocked schedule turns goals into consistent habits for any learning path.
Verify readiness: Checking mastery before advancing protects momentum and cuts downstream frustration.

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There are 3 modules in this course

This Short Course was created to help Problem Solving professionals accomplish a structured, data-driven algebra refresh before entering full Quant prep. By completing this course, you'll be able to pinpoint exactly where your algebra gaps are, build a realistic weekly study schedule, and walk into Quant prep with proven readiness — starting the very next day. By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Complete the algebra diagnostic and record accuracy by topic area to create a personal strengths-and-gaps chart Apply the study-plan template to schedule weekly practice sessions that prioritize the two lowest-scoring algebra topics Use the readiness checklist to confirm mastery of linear equations, exponent rules, and factoring before progressing to full Quant prep This course is unique because it combines diagnostic precision with personalized scheduling — giving you a tailored on-ramp, not a one-size-fits-all review. To be successful in this course, you should have a background in basic arithmetic and prior exposure to high school algebra concepts.

Learners complete the 25-question algebra diagnostic — comprising 5 questions each on linear equations, exponent rules, factoring, functions, and inequalities — and record their accuracy score per topic area to build a personal strengths-and-gaps chart.

What's included

1 video3 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 2 minutes

Why Measuring Your Algebra Gaps Changes Everything2 minutes

3 readingsTotal 27 minutes

Understanding the Algebra Diagnostic and the Strengths-and-Gaps Chart10 minutes
How to Complete the Diagnostic and Build Your Strengths-and-Gaps Chart7 minutes
Practice: Complete a Sample Diagnostic and Chart Your Results10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 5 minutes

Knowledge Check: Diagnosing Your Algebra Strengths and Gaps5 minutes

Learners apply the study-plan template to build a calendar-blocked weekly practice schedule that targets their two lowest-scoring algebra topic areas.

What's included

1 video1 reading2 assignments

Learners use the readiness checklist to confirm error-free performance on linear equations, exponent rules, and factoring before making an evidence-based advancement decision.

What's included

3 readings3 assignments

3 readingsTotal 23 minutes

Why Verifying Readiness Protects Your Learning Momentum5 minutes
Understanding the Readiness Checklist: Linear Equations, Exponent Rules, and Factoring10 minutes
How to Work Through the Readiness Checklist Systematically8 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 45 minutes

Complete the Readiness Checklist and Write Your Advancement Decision30 minutes
Knowledge Check: Verifying Mastery Before Advancing to Quant Prep5 minutes
Algebra Diagnostic and Study Planning: Course Assessment10 minutes

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