MATH 099X Accelerated Intermediate Algebra for STEM

5 credits

This course is a single-quarter refresher of both Elementary and Intermediate Algebra skills to prepare for STEM courses. Topics include solving and graphing linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, rational and radical functions; roots and exponents; complex numbers; inequalities; and systems of equations.

Prerequisites: MATH 087 or placement into MATH 099X

Quarters Offered: All

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
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
Apply the rules of exponents
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide polynomials
Use factoring to solve second degree equations
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
Create linear and quadratic equation models and apply those equations to making predictions
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