Bunker Hill Community College

Course Description

MAT195: COLLEGE ALGEBRA
(Mathematics)

Credits: 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of the study of algebra and covers the following topics: integral and rational exponents, radicals, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of rational expressions, solving rational and quadratic equations, complex numbers and their application in the solution of quadratic equations, translating and solving word problems and graphs of linear, hyperbolic, exponential and absolute value relations. It also includes an introduction to logarithms with emphasis on exponential equations. The course meets General Education "Quantitative Thought" Requirement Area 4.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Fundamentals of Algebra (MAT094) or placement.

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