MAT 185 - Precalculus I For Engineering and Science

Topics in preparation for Calculus for Science. Algebraic topics include non-linear inequalities; circles; a study of functions, their graphs and properties; average rate of change; mathematical modeling using analytical, graphing, and numerical methods; regression models; composition and inverses of functions. Trigonometric topics include right triangle trigonometry; applications; circular functions; graphs of trigonometric functions; inverse trigonometric functions; trigonometric identities; solving trigonometric equations and applications, both analytically and graphically.

Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 100 or placement by exam
General Education Elective(s): Math all programs
Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required.

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