MATH 130 - Precalculus

Number of Credits: 5
Analyze, graph, and solve polynomial and non-polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses through analytic and numerical approaches. An intensive-comprehensive course that weaves together previous studies of Algebra, Geometry, and functions, and is intended for mathematics and science majors. A prerequisite for Calculus of a Single Variable 1, MATH-135. Credit by exam available; CLEP (Precalculus) accepted.

(Fall, Spring & Summer Only) Five hours lecture each week. Five Credits. Five billable hours.

GENERAL EDUCATION. Category: Mathematics

Pre-requisite(s): eligibility for ENGL 101 ; completion of MAT 099 (preferred) or MATH 118 with a minimum grade of C or better, or placement by other measure.
Course Topics:

Rules, properties, laws, and structures to solve, simplify, verify and/or prove various types of functions and inequalities
Domain and range of various types of functions and inequalities
Functions in different forms
Transformations of various types of functions
Graph functions
Systems of equations using multiple methods
Angles in degrees and radians
Trigonometric functions using the Unit Circle
Application problems using multiple types of functions

Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Examine rules, properties, laws, and structures to solve, simplify, verify and/or prove various types of functions and inequalities (GE2, GE3)
Determine domain and range of various types of functions and inequalities (GE2)
Write functions in different forms (GE2)
Evaluate transformations of various types of functions (GE2, GE3)
Use various elements to sketch the graph of functions (GE2, GE3)
Solve systems of equations using multiple methods (GE2, GE3)
Identify, convert, and apply angles in degrees and radians (GE2)
Evaluate trigonometric functions using the Unit Circle (GE2)
Set up and solve application problems using multiple types of functions (GE1, GE2, GE3)