MAT 094 Introductory Algebra

Prerequisite: MAT 073 or MAT 075 with a grade of C- or higher or appropriate placement test score
4 credits

This course covers the basic concepts of algebra, including fundamental operations with rational numbers, simplification of variable expressions, and methods of solving equations. Students will also study factoring techniques, exponential expressions, applications, and graphing of linear equations. Calculators are not permitted in this course. Departmental exit assessment is required. Students must earn a C- or higher to move to the next level course, MAT 121, MAT 136E or MAT 136.