Outline of Assignments to 
Learn Basic Environmental Math
Part A

Assignment 1:  Basic Math Terms and Rules

When to multiply first and when to add first; Using parentheses and other equation calculation helpers; Multiplying and dividing fractions; unit conversions; Recording measurements accurately.  

1½ - 2 hours

Assignment 2: Significant Figures and Rounding

Counting and placement of significant figures; Rounding up and rounding down; Rounding rules when adding and subtracting; Rounding rules when multiplying and dividing; Rounding rules combined; Working with exact numbers.

2¼-3 hours 

Assignment 3: Density

Effects of density on calculations; Determining density, and density ratio/specific gravity.

½ hour

Assignment 4:  Review It!

A mixed bag of exercises from all the previous assignments to ensure you are ready for the test.

½ hour

Assignment 5:  Test It! (if applicable or for fun)

The test.

½ hour

Assignment 6 Complete it! 

Course completion and certificate specifications.

¼ hour