College Algebra

Catalog description

Algebra knowledge and skills for college studies: Sets and real number system; exponents and polynomials, rational and radical equations, and systems of equations; introductions to analytic geometry and functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; the binomial theorem and integer functions. Fulfills Track B general education requirement in mathematics. MA 103 may be used as a preparative course for the pre-calculus/calculus sequence required for degrees with upper division math requirements, such as biology, forensic sciences and biochemistry. Not open to students with credits in MA 110, MA 210, or other higher numbered mathematics courses. Offered every semester. Prerequisites: MA 102 or placement.