MATH 099 Intermediate Algebra for STEM

5 credits

This course covers the intermediate algebra skills and content needed for students going into STEM fields. The course emphasizes quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions; rational and radical expressions and equations; roots and exponents; complex numbers; functions; and graphing.

Prerequisites: MATH 090 or placement in MATH 099

Quarters Offered: All

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Identify and apply the rules of algebra to solve algebraic problems
Demonstrate the use of rational, irrational, and complex numbers in problem solving
Solve problems involving linear, quadratic, logarithmic, and exponential equations and functions
Differentiate among linear, quadratic, and exponential functions by emphasizing key characteristics and graphs
Simplify rational expressions and solve rational equations, using factoring when necessary
Identify functions and use functional notation and terminology
Solve problems involving inequalities
Simplify radical expressions and solve radical equations
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 intermediate algebra