Jenkins Academy of Applied Technology

Algebra, Units, and Technical Problem Solving

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Use ratios, formulas, unit conversions, scientific notation, and traceable calculations in bounded safety-learning examples.

MAT-101 · General Education · Applied mathematics

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All 8 lesson and review units are available for free public self-study. Use the original Academy lesson player, audible playback, calculator and downloadable calculation record. No purchase or sign-up is required.

Study preparation: MAT-100 study or demonstrated readiness in arithmetic, percentages, units, and calculator use. This is study guidance, not an enforced account prerequisite.

Practice and written responses are saved on the device you use when browser storage is available. They do not sync to your account. Keep a copy before changing devices or clearing browser data.

  1. 1.1 Ratios proportions and rates

    About 25 minutes of reading and practice. Open lesson →

  2. 1.2 Variables formulas and substitution

    About 25 minutes of reading and practice. Open lesson →

  3. 1.3 Rearranging formulas and reverse checks

    About 25 minutes of reading and practice. Open lesson →

  4. 1.4 Unit conversions and dimensional analysis

    About 25 minutes of reading and practice. Open lesson →

  5. 1.5 Scientific notation and reporting precision

    About 25 minutes of reading and practice. Open lesson →

  6. 1.6 Inputs assumptions and traceable solutions

    About 25 minutes of reading and practice. Open lesson →

  7. 1.7 Pump flow application and study plan

    About 25 minutes of reading and practice. Open lesson →

  8. 2.1 Applied mathematics review

    About 40 minutes of reading and practice. Open lesson →

Practice and completion

Practice is unlimited and includes explanations. Worked tasks ask you to show inputs, a method, units, an independent check and interpretation. The readiness targets and rubric support self-study; they do not issue a graded pass or prerequisite waiver.

Formal course enrollment, account-saved completion credit, shared program credit and certificates are not available. These lessons do not establish academic credit, CEUs, professional certification, examination readiness or workplace authorization.

Use the lesson tools

Start the play/pause reader above or below the lesson text and use stop when needed. Text stays readable when speech is unavailable. Calculator links open separately. Read a formula with its definitions and units; record your own calculation before opening feedback.

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