MATH 163 - College Algebra

3 Credits.

Explores the nature and scope of college mathematics through the study of functions. Topics include the study of polynomial, rational, radical, piece-wise defined, and absolute value functions and their graphs and applications as well as modeling with these functions. Additional topics include complex numbers, the binomial theorem, inverse functions, operations with functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs and applications. Note: 3 credits awarded for MATH 163 for a CLEP Precalculus Exam score of 50 or higher. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52 or ESOL 52; RDNG 52; Algebra I and II in high school and a satisfactory score on the placement exam; or MATH 83;