MAT1300EN - Precalculus

Course description

Topics covered are equations, functions, polynomial functions, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, trigonometric functions, mathematical inductions, sequences, and binomial theorem.

How this course benefits students

Every student needs to have understanding of basic mathematical concepts and their applications. This course will engage students who want to broaden their knowledge and opportunities in mathematics.

Why this course is important

This course will prepare students who need algebra and trigonometry for calculus and other related subjects.

Credit hours
3 hours
Subject area
Mathematics
Educational level
Associate
Distribution
Mathematics Distribution
Learning type
Instructional
Prerequisites
None
Upcoming terms
Pending
* Schedule subject to change. Please contact the Registrar's office with schedule questions.

How this course relates to missional core values

Biblically based

This course will engage students to recognize the significance of mathematics in the world. Mathematics illustrates the beauty of God and supports his existence. The course will be taught from a Christian perspective.

Missionally driven

Everyone needs to recognize mathematics as an integral part of God's creation. Mathematics provides insight into God's work. It is essential for every missional students to have background in mathematics.

Contextually informed

This course is intended to prepare students for a course in calculus. Precalculus places emphasis on algebra and trigonometry.

Interculturally focused

It is essential to study mathematics from an intercultural perspective. This will enable students from any culture to explore and evaluate precalculus in their own context.

Practically minded

Upon successful completion, students will be able to understand and apply algebraic and trigonometric functions.

Experientially transformed

Students will have the opportunity to study and apply algebra and trigonometric functions.