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MATH 140: Pre-Calculus: Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry (4 credits)

 

Catalog Description

Study of the elements of trigonometry and analytic geometry including functions and their inverses; trigonometric functions, relations, graphs, and applications; conic sections; vector applications; cartesian and polar coordinate systems; parametric equations and applications; sequences, series, either math induction or binomial theorem and related topics. (4 hrs. lect.)

Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 135 or equivalent, satisfactory math placement test score, or consent of instructor.


Student Learning Outcomes

  • Utilize precise mathematical language and symbols and effectively communicate mathematics in written and/or oral form.
  • Apply concepts and properties of trigonometry, vectors, and complex numbers to solve problems.
  • Apply concepts and properties of sequences and series to solve problems.
  • Analyze and graph trigonometric functions, inverse trigonometric functions, conics, polar equations, and parametric equations.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in performing operations with trigonometric expressions, identities, and equations.
  • Analyze and solve application problems requiring the use of trigonometry and analytical geometry.

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