MATH 99 Intermediate Algebra

5 credits

This course meets the Quantitative Reasoning  general education distribution requirement for certificates only.

Prerequisites: MATH 87  or AHSE 66  or MATH 90  or AHSE 76  (or placement into MATH 99)

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

• Demonstrate the use of integers, rational, irrational, and complex numbers in problem solving
• Solve problems involving linear, quadratic, logarithmic, and exponential equations and functions
• Differentiate between linear, quadratic, and exponential functions by emphasizing key characteristics and graphs
• Create linear and quadratic equation models and apply those equations to making predictions
• Simplify rational expressions and solve rational equations, using factoring when necessary
• Identify functions and use functional notation and terminology
• Simplify radical expressions and solve radical equations
• Compare and contrast methods to solve and graph equations with methods needed to solve and graph inequalities
• Solve formulas for a specified variable
• Solve systems of equations with two variables
• Apply technology appropriately as a tool for calculations
• Research and analyze quantitative information using technology
• Use the mathematical critical thinking skills of problem solving, pattern recognition, substitution, following structural rules, and quantitative modeling to solve problems involving basic and intermediate algebra

• Gather, organize, and interpret data using multiple approaches
• Develop and use mathematical models to describe and evaluate physical situations
• Communicate problem-solving strategies and mathematically justify solutions
• Select and utilize appropriate technology to analyze mathematical problems