MAT 121 - Algebra/Trigonometry I

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course provides an integrated approach to technology and the skills required to manipulate, display, and interpret mathematical functions and formulas used in problem solving. Topics include the properties of plane and solid geometry, area and volume, and basic proportion applications; simplification, evaluation, and solving of algebraic equations and inequalities and radical functions; complex numbers; right triangle trigonometry; and systems of equations. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate the ability to use mathematics and technology for problem-solving, analyzing and communicating results.

Contact Hours: 4
Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): MAT 003
Corequisite(s): MAT 021

Semester(s) Offered: F, S, SS

Notes: This course is appropriate for A.A.S. degrees in technical areas and is not transferrable. A scientific calculator is required for this course.