MATH 097 - Essentials of Intermediate Algebra

5 credits

Prerequisites
A grade of “C” or better in MATH 070, or appropriate placement test score, or instructor permission.

MATH 097 covers the topics of Intermediate Algebra that are essential to student success in MATH& 107, MATH& 131, MATH& 132, MATH& 146 and other math related courses. Topics covered include: review of basic algebra; ratios and proportions; systems of linear equations and inequalities; linear functions; polynomials; quadratic functions; and exponential functions. Applications are drawn from personal finance, business, social sciences and the sciences. MATH 097 serves as the prerequisite to MATH& 107, MATH& 131, MATH& 132 and MATH& 146. MATH 097 also serves as the prerequisite to MATH 098 for which it provides the essential foundation of Intermediate Algebra that MATH 098 builds upon.

Theory Hours
5 theory hours.

Course Outcomes

Analyze Linear, Exponential and Quadratic Equations
Solve Systems of Linear Equations
Combine and Simplify Polynomials and Expressions with Exponents
Solve Proportions, Compound Inequalities, and Absolute Value Equations

Note
This course does not meet any degree requirements.