May 10, 2024  
2023-2024 Academic Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MATH 1600 - Pathway to Calculus: College Algebra


Credits: 3

This course offers the development of numerical, algebraic,and graphical problem-solving techniques to be used in calculus. Techniques are developed to solve equations involving polynomial, radical and rational functions. Polynomial, inverse, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions are studied, and their applications are explored both algebraically and graphically. Whenever possible, learning of mathematical concepts is embedded in contextualized situations relevant to STEM majors. The use of mathematics specific technology to support understanding of the College Algebra course is required. This course is designed for STEM majors and fulfills the prerequisite requirement for MATH 1610  Precalculus.

Prerequisite:  MATH 1010  (C or higher) taken prior to fall 2023 or placement using multiple measures
General Education Code: QUAX
Elective Code(s): LART
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