MATH 138 - College Algebra

Using algebraic techniques, students develop analytical reasoning skills to construct mathematical models, solve problems and interpret results. In MATH 138, students engage in a more in-depth development and extension of the algebraic concepts and method introduced in MATH 103 . Topics include algebraic expressions, equations and inequalities; functions, their transformations and graphs; polynomials and rational functions; rational and complex zeros of polynomials, systems of equations and inequalities; applications of matrices.

Requisites: MATH 103 or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).

Credits:4 cr

General Education: Category 3

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