This course is designed to provide all students with the mathematical skills necessary to function in today's ever-changing society. To develop mathematical literacy, the course will cover a breadth of topics. These will include a review of basic algebra, solving linear equations/inequalities of one or two variables, solving quadratic equations, probability and statistics, sets and logic, number theory, geometry, problem solving, and logical thinking. Prerequisite: a m minimum of one year of high school algebra or consent of the instructor.
- Teacher: Jeanette Hartung-Schroeder (faculty)
- Teacher: Dick Smith (faculty)
This course develops skills in algebra. Topics include linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables, absolute value equations and inequalities, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, factoring, quadratic equations and inequalities, functions, conic sections, polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic equations and systems of equations. Prerequisites: a minimum of one year of high school algebra (with a grade of B or better), a grade of C or better in UDMA 040 or UDMA 111 or consent of the instructor.This course is intended to form a bridge between the static concepts of algebra and geometry and the dynamic concepts of calculus. Upon successful completion, students will be ready to further their study in calculus. Topics include basic concepts and theories in algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic functions and functional inverses, inequalities, graphs, complex numbers, and systems of equations, an introduction to matrix algebra, binominal theorem and general introduction to limits. Prerequisite: three years of high school mathematics or consent of the instructor.
