2021-2022 Yavapai College Catalog 
    
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2021-2022 Yavapai College Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]

MAT 092 - Beginning Algebra


Description: Solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs of linear equations, systems of linear equations and inequalities, exponents, basic operations on polynomials, an introduction to functions, and an introduction to mathematics technology. Note: Computer use and graphing calculator required (TI-83/84 recommended).

Prerequisites: MAT 082  or a satisfactory score on the mathematics skills assessment.

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Course Content:
  1. Linear equations in one variable
  2. Formulae and literal equations
  3. Linear inequalities and interval notation
  4. Linear equations and inequalities in two variables
  5. Systems of linear equations and inequalities
  6. Rules of exponents
  7. Basic operations with polynomial expressions
  8. Functions
  9. Mathematics technology

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Use properties of equality to solve linear equations in one variable. (1)
  2. Solve formulae for one variable in terms of other variables. (2) 
  3. Solve linear inequalities in one variable and give solutions both graphically and in interval notation. (3)
  4. Graph linear equations in two variables by locating points and by using a point and a slope. (4)
  5. Interpret and apply slope as a rate of change. (4) 
  6. Derive equations of lines from given information. (4)
  7. Solve systems of linear equations using graphical and algebraic methods. (5)
  8. Solve systems of linear inequalities. (5) 
  9. Simplify expressions using the rules for exponents. (6)
  10. Convert numbers between scientific and standard notation. (6)
  11. Utilize scientific notation to perform operations and calculations. (6)
  12. Add, subtract, multiply and divide expressions involving polynomials. (7) 
  13. Apply the definition and properties of functions and use function notation. (8) 
  14. Express functions numerically, algebraically and graphically. (8)
  15. Use technology to graph linear equations and inequalities in two variables, and to solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable. (9)