MATH-143 Precalculus I

In this course, students will further develop their algebraic skills. The concept of a function as a tool to model the real world will play a central role. Polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions will be studied, along with operations on functions and inverse functions. A graphical approach will be utilized throughout, with an emphasis on solving application problems. All sections require the use of the interactive computer program that comes with the text. This course replaces MATH-131.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MATH-070 or appropriate score on mathematics placement test

Hours Weekly

3 hours weekly

Course Objectives

1. 1. Communicate mathematical concepts related to precalculus topics using appropriate
   symbols, notation, and vocabulary.
   
2. 2. Solve application problems by correctly applying appropriate Precalculus methods, theorems,
   and/or models (such as operations on, and transformations of, basic functions).
3. 3. Analyze, evaluate, justify, and interpret the reasonableness of solutions.
4. 4. Identify and implement appropriate technologies to efficiently complete tasks that involve the
   solving of cross-discipline, mathematically appropriate problems and creating new works to
   communicate the processes used and solution.

Course Objectives

1. 1. Communicate mathematical concepts related to precalculus topics using appropriate
   symbols, notation, and vocabulary.
   
2. 2. Solve application problems by correctly applying appropriate Precalculus methods, theorems,
   and/or models (such as operations on, and transformations of, basic functions).
3. 3. Analyze, evaluate, justify, and interpret the reasonableness of solutions.
4. 4. Identify and implement appropriate technologies to efficiently complete tasks that involve the
   solving of cross-discipline, mathematically appropriate problems and creating new works to
   communicate the processes used and solution.