MATH 143 Precalculus I: Algebra
This course includes fundamental concepts of Algebra; equations and inequalities; functions and graphs; polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of equations and inequalities; the Binomial Theorem. Credit hours are not granted in both MATH 143 and MATH 147.
General Education Competency
Mathematical Way of Knowing
Notes
For appropriate math placement, all students should complete the
CSI self-placement process provided by the Mathematics Department before signing up for their first math course.
MATH 143Precalculus I: Algebra
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Course Type
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General Education Competency
Mathematical Way of Knowing
Credit Hours Narrative
3 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
45
Semester Contact Hours Lab
0
Notes and Advisories (only if included in catalog)
For appropriate math placement, all students should complete the
CSI self-placement process provided by the Mathematics Department before signing up for their first math course.
III. Catalog Course Description
This course includes fundamental concepts of Algebra; equations and inequalities; functions and graphs; polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of equations and inequalities; the Binomial Theorem. Credit hours are not granted in both MATH 143 and MATH 147.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Analyze real-world questions and mathematically structure strategies to model the questions.
- Correctly provide solutions to the models of the questions
- Communicate the solutions to the questions when analyzed and solved mathematically.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies