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MAT 133 - College Algebra for Business


This course provides the Business, or other non-STEM student, with basic algebraic concepts necessary to continue in non-STEM related mathematics courses.  Topics include algebraic operations on expressions involving polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; graphing linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions by hand; using technology for transformations of above functions; using technology for linear, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic regression; theory and applications of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; solving polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic equations.  The use of graphing calculators is an integral part of the course; their use throughout the course will facilitate understanding of salient concepts. 

This course may not be used as a substitute for MAT 136 or any major requiring MAT 136 as a prerequisite.  This course requires MAT 096 Elementary Algebra and Trigonometry, or equivalent background knowledge.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
  2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
  3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.