Beginning Algebra. ((5 Credits))

Catalog description

Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement (within two years) by a placement exam. Focuses on building a conceptual understanding of the definitions and operations of algebraic expressions and equations. Introduces students to numerical and algebraic topics, including real numbers and sets; radicals; variables, expressions, and equations; linear equations and inequalities in one variable; tables, charts and graphs; linear equations and systems of linear equations in two variables; polynomials; and quadratic equations in two variables. Prepares students for function and graphing based mathematical reasoning of MAT 1010 (Intermediate Algebra) or MAT 1015 (Intermediate Algebra with Integrated Review).