BackMAT 115: College Algebra – Course Overview and Success Guide
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Course Overview
Introduction to College Algebra
This course, MAT 115: College Algebra, is designed as a foundational mathematics course for students in STEM disciplines. It covers essential algebraic concepts and prepares students for further study in mathematics, including calculus. The course emphasizes both conceptual understanding and practical problem-solving skills.
Credit Hours: 3
Delivery Format: In-person
Prerequisites: None
Textbook: Dugopolski, College Algebra, 6th ed, Pearson, 2015 (provided electronically)
Course Content and Structure
Main Topics Covered
Chapter P: Prerequisites – Numbers and basic algebra