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MTH 104 - Intermediate Algebra*

3 Credits

An intermediate mathematics course designed to further develop algebraic skills. Topics include, but are not limited to: factoring polynomials; solving equations involving quadratic, rational, and radical expressions; performing arithmetic operations on rational expressions, complex numbers, and radical expressions; evaluating functions; graphing quadratic functions; and simplifying expressions involving rational exponents; appropriate applications of topics.

Prerequisite: MTH 098 with a grade of C or better, or MTH 099 with a grade of C or better, or MCC Level 6 Mathematics Placement.

Course Learning Outcomes
1.Solve quadratic equations.
2.Solve rational equations.
3.Solve radical equations.
4.Factor polynomials.
5.Perform arithmetic operations on rational expressions.
6.Perform arithmetic operations on complex numbers.
7.Perform arithmetic operations on radical expressions.
8.Evaluate functions using function notation.
9.Graph quadratic equations.
10.Simplify expressions involving rational exponents.
11.Solve applications involving quadratic equations.
12.Solve applications involving rational equations

Course Offered Fall, Spring