Math Placement Prep

Comprehensive training modules covering math, science, and engineering — from arithmetic through calculus, physics, and beyond.

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Rocket Science
Math in Action
See how calculus, differential equations, and algebra propel rockets into orbit. From the Tsiolkovsky equation to orbital mechanics, every launch is powered by math.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Fluid Dynamics
Math in Action
Discover how differential equations and vector calculus govern the flow of water, air, and blood. Every wing that lifts, every pipe that flows, every weather pattern — it's all math.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Material Science
Math in Action
Explore how math determines why steel bends, why glass shatters, and how we engineer materials from skyscrapers to smartphone screens.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Medical Imaging
Math in Action
Learn how CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds use linear algebra, Fourier transforms, and trigonometry to see inside the human body — saving millions of lives.
Exploratory 20 min 1 lessons
Climate & Weather
Math in Action
Explore how differential equations, statistics, and enormous numerical simulations predict weather and model Earth's changing climate.
Exploratory 20 min 1 lessons
Computer Graphics & Gaming
Math in Action
Discover how linear algebra, trigonometry, and geometry power every video game, animated movie, and 3D visualization you've ever seen.
Exploratory 20 min 1 lessons
Finance & Economics
Math in Action
See how exponential functions, statistics, and calculus drive the global economy — from compound interest to options pricing to risk management.
Exploratory 20 min 1 lessons
Chemistry
Math in Action
Discover how stoichiometry, logarithms, and exponential decay are the heartbeat of every chemical reaction — from baking soda volcanoes to pharmaceutical design.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Physics
Math in Action
See how Newton's laws, kinematic equations, and energy conservation use algebra, trigonometry, and calculus to predict how every object in the universe moves.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Engineering
Math in Action
Explore how engineers use algebra, geometry, and calculus to design bridges, calculate gear ratios, size electrical circuits, and build the modern world.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Thermodynamics
Math in Action
See how the laws of heat, energy, and entropy use algebra, calculus, and logarithms to govern everything from car engines to refrigerators to the fate of the universe.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Sensors & Measurement
Math in Action
Learn how every sensor in the modern world — from thermistors to GPS satellites — converts physical quantities into numbers using transfer functions, logarithms, and signal processing.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Vibrations & Waves
Math in Action
Discover how sine waves, differential equations, and resonance govern everything from musical instruments to earthquakes to radio signals.
Exploratory 30 min 2 lessons
Whole Numbers
Arithmetic
Master the fundamentals of whole numbers — place value, rounding, and the four basic operations — which form the foundation for all higher mathematics.
Beginner 90 min 5 lessons
Fractions
Arithmetic
Learn to work with fractions — simplifying, comparing, and performing all four operations — a critical skill for algebra readiness.
Beginner 100 min 5 lessons
Decimals
Arithmetic
Understand decimal notation and perform arithmetic with decimals — essential for working with money, measurement, and scientific data.
Beginner 90 min 4 lessons
Percents
Arithmetic
Master percent concepts — conversions, percent equations, percent change, and real-world applications like tax, tip, discount, and interest.
Beginner 90 min 4 lessons
Ratios and Proportions
Arithmetic
Understand ratios, rates, and proportions — how to set them up, solve them, and apply them to real-world problems from unit pricing to scale drawings.
Beginner 80 min 4 lessons
Signed Numbers
Arithmetic
Learn to work with positive and negative numbers — essential for the transition from arithmetic to algebra.
Beginner 80 min 4 lessons
Linear Equations and Inequalities
Algebra
Learn to solve one-variable linear equations and inequalities — the gateway skill for all of algebra.
Intermediate 100 min 5 lessons
Lines and Systems of Linear Equations
Algebra
Graph linear equations, understand slope and intercepts, and solve systems of two linear equations using substitution, elimination, and graphing.
Intermediate 100 min 5 lessons
Relations and Functions
Algebra
Understand the concept of relations and functions — domain, range, function notation, and the vertical line test.
Intermediate 90 min 4 lessons
Integer Exponents and Factoring
Algebra
Master the laws of exponents, scientific notation, and polynomial factoring techniques — from GCF through grouping and special products.
Intermediate 110 min 5 lessons
Quadratic and Polynomial Functions
Algebra
Study quadratic equations, the quadratic formula, vertex form, and extend to higher-degree polynomials — end behavior, zeros, and graphing.
Intermediate 110 min 5 lessons
Radicals & Rational Exponents
Advanced
Master simplifying radicals, rationalizing denominators, operations with radical expressions, and the connection between radicals and rational exponents.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Exponentials & Logarithms
Advanced
Understand exponential growth and decay, master logarithmic properties, and solve exponential and logarithmic equations — essential for science, finance, and advanced mathematics.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Trigonometry
Advanced
Master angle measurement, the six trigonometric functions, right-triangle and unit-circle trigonometry, identities, and solving trigonometric equations.
Advanced 140 min 5 lessons
Geometry
Advanced
Review essential geometry concepts including angles, triangles, polygons, circles, perimeter, area, and volume — all commonly tested on placement exams.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Calculus
Calculus
Build a first-course foundation in limits, derivatives, integrals, and the core modeling ideas that power modern calculus.
Advanced 125 min 5 lessons
Linear Algebra
Linear Algebra
Learn matrices, systems, vectors, determinants, and the language of linear structure used across mathematics, science, and computing.
Advanced 120 min 5 lessons
Statistics
Statistics
Study data summaries, probability, distributions, inference, and regression so you can read, model, and critique quantitative information.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Differential Equations
Differential Equations
Study equations involving derivatives, learn standard first-order methods, and model growth, decay, and oscillation.
Advanced 120 min 5 lessons
Discrete Mathematics & Number Theory
Other Math
Cover core discrete ideas including logic, sets, counting, recursion, modular arithmetic, and basic graph theory.
Intermediate 115 min 5 lessons
Probability & Combinatorics
Other Math
Explore counting techniques, probability rules, conditional probability, and expected value to analyze random events and combinatorial structures.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Sequences & Series
Other Math
Study arithmetic and geometric sequences, summation notation, convergence tests, and power series to build a deep understanding of infinite processes.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Complex Numbers
Other Math
Master the algebra and geometry of complex numbers including arithmetic, polar form, De Moivre's theorem, and roots of unity.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Conic Sections
Other Math
Study the four conic sections — circles, parabolas, ellipses, and hyperbolas — their standard equations, key features, and real-world applications.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Multivariable Calculus
Other Math
Extend calculus to functions of several variables — partial derivatives, multiple integrals, gradient vectors, and an introduction to vector calculus.
Advanced 130 min 5 lessons
Set Theory & Logic
Other Math
Explore set operations, Venn diagrams, propositional logic, truth tables, and methods of mathematical proof.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Financial Mathematics
Other Math
Master the mathematics of money — simple and compound interest, annuities, loan amortization, and introductory investment analysis.
Intermediate 115 min 5 lessons
Numerical Methods
Other Math
Approximate solutions when exact answers are impractical — root-finding, interpolation, numerical integration, and methods for ordinary differential equations.
Advanced 125 min 5 lessons
Optimization
Other Math
Find the best solution — unconstrained and constrained optimization, linear programming, and Lagrange multipliers with real-world applications.
Advanced 120 min 5 lessons
Chemistry Math
Chemistry
Master the mathematics that drives chemistry — from balancing equations with algebra, to pH with logarithms, to reaction kinetics with exponentials and calculus.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Physics Math
Physics
Explore how Newton's laws, kinematics, energy, and electromagnetism are built on algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Engineering Math
Engineering
Learn the algebra, geometry, and trig that engineers use to design circuits, size beams, calculate gear ratios, and analyze control systems.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Civil Engineering
Engineering
Apply math to structural analysis, beam loading, soil mechanics, fluid flow in civil systems, and surveying calculations.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Electrical Engineering
Engineering
Explore circuit analysis, AC phasors, signals and systems, transfer functions, and control theory including poles and zeros.
Advanced 120 min 5 lessons
Aerospace Engineering
Engineering
Apply math to orbital mechanics, aerodynamic lift and drag, rocket propulsion, and flight dynamics.
Advanced 120 min 5 lessons
Computer Engineering
Engineering
Apply math to digital logic, binary arithmetic, Boolean algebra, algorithm complexity, and data structures.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Industrial Engineering
Engineering
Apply math to operations research, quality control, scheduling, inventory management, and process optimization.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Systems Engineering
Engineering
Apply math to system modeling, reliability engineering, feedback systems, requirements analysis, and decision theory.
Advanced 120 min 5 lessons
Thermodynamics Math
Thermodynamics
Master the math of heat, energy conversion, and entropy — from the ideal gas law to Carnot efficiency to calorimetry.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Sensors & Measurement Math
Sensors
Explore the math behind modern sensors and measurement systems — transfer functions, signal processing, error analysis, and the decibel scale.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Vibrations & Waves Math
Vibrations
Learn how sine waves, differential equations, and Fourier analysis govern vibrations in structures, musical instruments, and modern electronics.
Intermediate 120 min 5 lessons
Data Visualization
Data Visualization
Turn numbers into insight — choose the right chart, design effective graphics, and master the scientific computing tools (MATLAB, R, Scilab, LabVIEW, Python) used to visualize and analyze data.
Intermediate 230 min 10 lessons