MAT 036 - Foundations of College Algebra

4 equivalent hours - Four hours weekly; one term.
Study pre-algebra and beginning algebra topics necessary to succeed in College Algebra. Topics include operations on real numbers; simplifying expressions; solving first-degree equations, inequalities and application problems; graphing linear equations; simplifying exponents; operations on polynomials; and factoring polynomials.

Prerequisite(s): Achieve an appropriate score on the Mathematics Placement Test, or successful completion of an approved mathematics preparation course.

Note: A grade of at least C in MAT 036 is required to enroll in MAT 037 or MAT 013B.