MAT 900 - College Algebra

3 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs.

A comprehensive treatment of the following: real numbers, absolute value, integer and rational exponents, polynomial operations, factoring techniques, roots and radicals, linear and quadratic equations, graphing techniques, systems of linear equations, and Gaussian elimination. Introduces the study of functions in preparation for the study of pre-calculus. Demonstration of proficiency in subject matter via departmental final exam is required for successful completion.

Students who have completed MAT 9010 or MAT 9B0 will not receive credit for this course.

This course is recommended for STEM majors. Nursing students should consult their academic advisor.

Prerequisite(s): (1) MAT R300 or (2) CUNY Proficiency AND ACCUPLACER (QAS) placement of MAT 900
Required Core: Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning
Flexible Core: Scientific World (Group E)
Department: Mathematics and Computer Science