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2026-2027 Academic Catalog 
  
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
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MAT 171 - Precalculus Algebra


Lecture: 3
Lab: 2
Credits: 4

State Prerequisites: Take MAT 035 
State Corequisites: Take MAT 045 . Corequisite depends on GPA or test scores; see an academic advisor to determine placement.

This course is designed to develop topics which are fundamental to the study of Calculus. Emphasis is placed on solving equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations and inequalities, and analysis of functions (absolute value, radical, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic) in multiple representations. Upon completion, students should be able to select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to algebra-related problems with and without technology.

Transfer Note: This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement as a general education course in Mathematics.
State Course Code S26403

UGETC: This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.



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