MAT* 186: Precalculus

4 Credits
(Formerly MATH 150)
A detailed study of relations and functions, operations on functions, and their graphs. Characteristics of various families of functions, modeling and solving application problems are the main focus of the course. In particular, exponential, logarithmic and circular functions along with polynomial, rational and selected algebraic families will be developed. This course assumes that the student has had some exposure to geometry. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or 86 graphing calculator is required and will be used throughout.
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in MAT* 172; “C” or better in MAT* 155, or placement by mathematics assessment test, and eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer