MATH 103: College Algebra (4 credits)

Catalog Description

Linear equations, inequalities, systems of equations, polynomials, functions, fractional expressions and equations, exponents, powers, roots, quadratic equations and functions; rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. (4 hrs. lect.)

Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 25 or equivalent, satisfactory math placement test score, or consent of instructor.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate proficiency in writing math expressions into different forms.
• Employ algebraic techniques to find the solutions to equations and/or inequalities, using complex numbers where appropriate.
• Use algebraic techniques to analyze and solve applied problems.
• Interpret equations geometrically and use geometrical information to obtain the equation of lines and circles.
• Utilize introductory function concepts and draw the graphs of selected functions.
• Utilize the definition of a logarithm and the properties of logarithms to simplify logarithmic expressions or to solve logarithmic and exponential equations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in solving systems of linear and second degree equations and inequalities.
• Utilize precise mathematical language and symbols to effectively communicate mathematics in written and/or oral form.

Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To

• WCC Associate in Arts: FS

Resources

• Algebra
• also check out the Math Lab, which is located in Hale Mana‘opono

Current Offerings

• Fall, 2009 (62076) - taught by Young-A Choi - view syllabus
• Fall, 2009 (62077) - taught by Young-A Choi - view syllabus
• Fall, 2009 (62130) - taught by Young-A Choi - view syllabus

Past Offerings

• None