MTH 95 - Intermediate Algebra

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

MTH 65 or designated placement.

Course Description: Concluding the developmental mathematics sequence, MTH95 includes an introduction to the study and application of quadratic, radical, exponential, and logarithmic expressions and functions. Working with real data and the mathematics of curve fitting will be developed using a graphing calculator. Course is graded A through F. Course does not transfer. Graphing calculator required. There is a significant online component in this class.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Recognize and apply the concept of a function in the larger context of algebra.
CLO#2: Simplify and solve problems involving radical, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic expressions and equations. (ILO: Quantitative literacy & reasoning)
CLO#3: Apply radical, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic models to solve real world problems.
CLO#4: Use appropriate technology to graph radical, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions and perform regression, judging the reasonableness of the results.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Graphing calculator (TI 83, TI-83 Plus, TI-84 Plus, or TI-84 Silver), pencil, paper and graph paper.

ACTI Code and Course Type
351 Post-Secondary Remedial Math

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (40) and a standard RCC delivery of (44) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (48) hours per term.