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MATH 120 Precalculus

This course is designed to prepare students for calculus. Topics include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; the algebra of functions; multiple function representations; and an introduction to analytic geometry.

Prerequisites

Special information

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4 Undergraduate credits

Effective August 1, 1998 to present

Meets graduation requirements for

Learning outcomes

General

  • Demonstrate adequate comprehension and ability to analyze and compute mathematical problems at the prerequisite level of Calculus I.
  • Understand the algebra of functions, with in-depth knowledge of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions.