College Algebra

The course consists of the study of basic concepts and techniques of Algebra, Geometry and Real Analysis: factoring, multiplying and dividing algebraic expressions, coordinate geometry, functions and functional notation, polynomials, exponents, logarithms, and inequalities. It provides primarily preparation for more advanced courses, but also open to students desiring a background in college algebra. Students will demonstrate the ability to interpret and draw inferences from mathematical models such as formulas, graphs, tables and schematics, represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically and verbally, employ arithmetic, algebra and geometry to solve problems, estimate and check mathematical results for reasonableness and recognize the limits of mathematical methods.