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MAT 182 - Precalculus (Algebra)


Description: Topics from college algebra essential to the study of calculus and analytic geometry. Includes functions (linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic) systems of equations, and matrices. Note: Computer use and graphing calculator required (TI-83/84 recommended).

Prerequisites: MAT 097  or a satisfactory score on the mathematics skills assessment.

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0

Course Content:
  1. Linear functions 
  2. Nonlinear functions including quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions
  3. Systems of equations in three variables
  4. Nonlinear systems of equations
  5. Technology

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Use definitions and operations associated with functions, including inverses, combinations, and compositions. (1-3) 
  2. Represent and interpret functions in a variety of ways; numeric, symbolic, graphic, and verbal. (1-3) 
  3. Solve equations and systems using a variety of techniques including symbolic and graphical. (1-5) 
  4. Graph basic functions and use translations to reflect changes made to basic functions. (1, 2, 5) 
  5. Apply mathematics in context and model real situations using mathematics. (1-5)