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Description
Topics include linear, quadratic, and higher degree equations; rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic equations; graphs of functions; models and applications of functions; systems of linear equations; matrices and conic sections; sequences and series; and trigonometry. A graphing calculator is required. (Prerequisite: MATH 122C with a grade of “C” or higher or by recommendation of the Math/Physics Department based on placement testing.) Students who have received credit for MATH 124XC may not also receive credit for MATH 124C.
Prerequisites
Students are required to pass prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher. Exceptions apply; please consult your department chair.
Recommendation of the Math/Physics Department based on placement testing.
- Describe key features of the graphs of functions when given tables, equations, or graphs.
- Solve equations including: linear, quadratic, rational, radical, absolute value, exponential, and logarithmic equations.
- Perform transformations and algebraic operations (including composition) on functions
- Solve absolute value inequalities.
- Solve and graph higher order polynomial equations and functions.
- Solve systems of equations in two and three variables.
- Solve right triangles using basic trigonometry.
- Analyze and graph equations of conic sections.
- Convert between lists, equations, and sigma notation in sequences and series.
- Apply function and equation solving skills to real world problems.
