Successful completion of Pre-Algebra or equivalent.
This course is a formal introduction to Algebra. Topics include: uses of variables; solving linear equations; slopes, graphing lines and inequalities; exponents; quadratic equations and square roots; polynomials; linear systems; factoring; and functions; sequences and series, trigonometric ratios, areas and volumes. Problem solving is stressed throughout.
Exams/tests/quizzes/ homework/projects.