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MAT 096 - Elementary Algebra and Trigonometry


Polynomials; factoring; functions; rational expressions; linear, quadratic and rational equations; graphs of basic functions; linear systems; topics in geometry; general angles in degrees and radians; right triangle trigonometry.  This is a self-paced model where each student completes the given objectives working in a computer classroom setting.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  MAT 093 Integrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra, or equivalent

Credits: 4
Hours
4 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

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

  1. Perform operations with polynomial, rational and radical expressions.
  2. Solve systems of linear equations and solve quadratic equations.
  3. Use function notation, including in evaluating functions, and determine the domain and range of a function.
  4. Use right triangle trigonometry to evaluate trigonometric functions and solve application problems.