Detailed Course Information
| MAT 095 - Introductory Algebra |
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An introductory algebra course that assumes a working knowledge of basic arithmetic skills. Students study topics that include the concept of a variable, negative numbers, properties of real numbers, numeric and algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities in one variable including their graphic representations, ratio and proportion, quadratic equations (with no linear term) in one variable, integer exponents (including scientific notation) and graphing of two-variable equations (by plotting points). Students work with applications throughout the course to help them understand and connect algebraic concepts to real world situations.
NOTE: This course may not be used to fulfill degree or certificate requirements. A grade of C minus or higher is required to pass this course (Ds are not awarded).
Prereq: MAT 090 or MAT 090S or satisfactory
placement ; ENG 094 or
satisfactory placement or concurrent enrollment.
Placement tests are used only for initial course placement;
see catalog for details.
Recomm: If you've never been successful in or it has been
decades since you studied introductory algebra or if you
received a C or C- in MAT 090 or MAT 090S, then consider
taking MAT 094 before taking MAT 095
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Brokered/Cross Listed, Distance Learning, Hybrid Distance & Campus Mtgs, Lecture, Studio Engin, Math, Nurse and Science Division Mathematics Department Course Attributes: D-Developmental Course Prerequisites: ENG 094 Concurrent General Requirements: ( Course or Test: ENG 094 Minimum Grade of DC- May be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: COL 090 Minimum Grade of DC- May be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: ENG 100 to 999 Minimum Grade of D May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( READ 1 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( E101 1 May not be taken concurrently. ) Prerequisites: MAT090 w/090S General Requirements: ( Course or Test: MAT 014 Minimum Grade of DC- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MAT 014S Minimum Grade of DC- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MAT 090 Minimum Grade of DC- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MAT 090S Minimum Grade of DC- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MAT 094 to 099 Minimum Grade of DC- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MAT 095S Minimum Grade of DC- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MAT 096S Minimum Grade of DC- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MAT 105 to 205 Minimum Grade of D May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( CPM1 67 to 120 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( MLEV1 1 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( MLEV2 1 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( MLEV3 1 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( MLEV4 1 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( MLEV5 1 May not be taken concurrently. ) |
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