MATH 043 - Intermediate Algebra

Demonstrated reading competency through appropriate assessment or successful completion of ENGL 083 Reading Strategies for College or ENGL 095 Integrated Reading and Writing, or ENGL 075 Co-Requisite Integrated Reading and Writing, or

A grade of “C” or better in MATH 023 - Essentials of Algebra  
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: IVYT 111 - Student Success in University Transfer   

CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2022

Reviews linear equations, inequalities, graphing, and factoring algebraic expressions. Concentrates on properties of integer and rational exponents, systems of linear equations, radicals, radical equations, quadratic equations, functions including their graphs, and applications.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be expected to:

1. Solve first degree equations including absolute value equations, literal equations, and using the method of multiplying by the LCD
2. Solve compound inequalities and express solutions in interval notation.
3. Graph linear equations using slopes and intercepts
4. Graph using point plotting method and recognize the shape of the following base functions:
5. Write linear equations given a graph, or two ordered pairs, or an equation of a parallel or perpendicular line and a point.
6. Evaluate and identify functions, use function notation, and determine domain and range from a list of ordered pairs and a graph
7. Solve 2 x 2 systems of equations by graphing, substitution, and elimination
8. Divide a polynomial by a binomial using long division 
9. Factor polynomials, including perfect square trinomials, difference of two squares, sum and difference of cubes, four-term polynomials, and trinomials of the form ax² + bx + c with a > 1
10. Solve quadratic equations with real number solutions by the square root property, factoring, and the quadratic formula.
11. Simplify and perform operations on rational expressions including trinomial denominators and complex fractions
12. Apply the properties of exponents with negative and fractional exponents
13. Convert between fractional exponents and radical expressions
14. Solve equations involving a single radical
15. Simplify and perform operations on radical expressions
16. Use relevant mathematical language, laws, and notations appropriately
17. Solve a variety of application problems
18. Use a scientific calculator proficiently as related to coursework
19. Use appropriate technology to enhance course objectives.

A brief review of graphing, writing, and solving linear equations 

Polynomial factoring

Solving compound inequalities

Integer and rational exponents

Rational expressions 

Systems of linear equations

Radicals and single radical equations

Quadratic equations

Functions and their graphs

Applications

 
GRADING POLICY
A course grade of C or higher is required for successful completion of MATH 043.

The final exam must count at least 20% of the final grade.

 
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)