MATH 135 - College Algebra with Trigonometry

4 credits

Topics in algebra and trigonometry include: linear functions, algebra of functions, domain and range of functions, complex numbers, quadratic functions, radical and absolute value equations, linear inequalities, polynomial division, exponential and logarithmic functions, graphing calculator applications, trigonometric functions, applications of right triangles, circular functions, and graphs of trigonometric functions. This course is designed primarily for students in the technologies, math/science, and the students who intend to continue in mathematics or who need to take physics.

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Specific graphics calculator required; wait until first day of class before purchasing. Students who take both MATH 130 College Algebra: Functions & Models and MATH 135 College Algebra with Trigonometry can only apply one of these two courses toward the college’s Core Requirement in mathematics.

Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of MATH 93 - Beginning Algebra ; or Course Placement; or SAT Math ≥ 530; or ACT Math ≥ 22; or NYS Regents (Algebra 1, Algebra 2, OR Geometry) score ≥ 80