MATH 120 - Precalculus

Units: 3 ; Breadth Area: GE-B4
Trigonometric, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. Real and complex roots of polynomials. Trigonometric equations, and basic identities; mathematical modeling. Linear equations and matrices.

Prerequisites: Satisfactory score of 63 or higher on Mathematics Placement Exam or MATH 115 with grade C- or better.
Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for MATH 125.
Equivalent Quarter Course: MATH 1130 and MATH 1300.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: ABC/NC grading only.
Breadth Area(s) Satisfied: GE-B4 - Lower Division Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental idea of a mathematical function and its properties.
Students will solve and explain solutions to problems involving polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and linear systems.
Students will apply the ideas of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions to solving and modeling real world problems and linear systems.

B4. Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate a proficient and fluent ability to reason quantitatively;
demonstrate a general understanding of how practitioners and scholars collect and analyze data, build mathematical models, and/or solve quantitative problems; and
apply quantitative reasoning skills in a variety of real-world contexts, defined by personal, civic, and/or professional responsibilities.