MAT 019 - Preparatory Mathematics

Developmental Credit Type
1 credit(s)

Number systems, solutions of equations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, exponents, radicals and coordinate geometry, and other foundational mathematics topics. A course to prepare for either Math for Liberal Arts or Statistics. Not a transfer course.

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Break down numbers and their properties:

a. Whole numbers

b. Fractions and mixed numbers

c. Decimals

d. Ratios, rates, proportions, and percentages

e. Real numbers

2. Analyze visual tools for Mathematics:

a. Measurements,

b. Geometry

c. Graphs

3. Solve Mathematical expressions and equations:

a. Equations

b. Inequalities

c. Systems of equations

d. Systems of inequalities

4. Calculate solutions to complex Mathematical expressions:

Statistics
Exponents
Polynomials and factoring