2020 - 2021 College Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2020 - 2021 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MATH 130 - Algebra/Trigonometry I


Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 or 4
Laboratory Hours: 0

Prerequisite(s): None

Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course will cover topics in algebra and trigonometry, with emphasis on applications in technical fields. Algebra topics include fractions, linear equations, and dimensional analysis. Trigonometry topics include use of basic trigonometric functions to solve right triangles and oblique triangles.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
  1. Students will demonstrate the ability to interpret and draw inferences from mathematical models such as formulas, graphs and tables.
  2. Students will demonstrate the ability to represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically and verbally.
  3. Students will demonstrate the ability to employ quantitative methods such as, arithmetic, algebra, or geometry to solve problems.
  4. Students will demonstrate the ability to estimate and check mathematical results for reasonableness.
  5. Students will demonstrate the ability to recognize the limits of mathematical methods.