MATH 156 Precalculus/Trigonometry
(Contact Hours: 5) This course, which includes the study of advanced algebra and trigonometry, was designed to prepare students for study in advanced mathematics, particularly Calculus, and related fields. Topics include equations and inequalities, polynomial, rational, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions, complex numbers, analytic geometry, and applications of trigonometry. A graphing calculator is required for this course; a TI-83 or TI-84 is highly recommended. PREREQUISITE: Writing and Reading -- minimum benchmarks will be enforced; and Math -- SAT: 29.5, ALEKS: 61, Accuplacer (College Level): 60, NextGen Accuplacer (Adv Algebra): 240, ACT: 26, COMPASS (Algebra): 79, or MATH 150 is REQUIRED.