College Algebra

Course Description:

Presents an in-depth study of functions, quadratic, polynomial, radical, and rational equations, radicals, complex numbers, systems of equations, rational fractions and exponential and logarithmic functions. MATH 136 and MATH 137 together comprise a standard two-semester college algebra and trigonometry course.

•  Determine, evaluate, and graph functions using techniques of transformations.
• Simplify and perform operations on complex numbers.
• Simplify rational expressions.
• Perform operations on radicals.
• Solve radical equations including equations that contain two or more radicals.
• Solve quadratic and rational equations and inequalities.
• Apply the concepts of ratio, proportion and combined variation.
• Apply the properties of logarithms to solve exponential and logarithmic equations.
• Solve polynomial equations and graph polynomial functions.
• Graph exponential and logarithmic functions.
• Graph rational functions.
• Solve systems of equations with three variables.
• Solve a variety of application problems in the above areas.
• Use a scientific and/or graphing calculator proficiently as related to coursework.
• Use computer technology which may include the Internet, the Web, e-mail or computer tutorials to enhance the course objectives.