Course Description: This course is designed to strengthen the algebra skills of students seeking Business or Natural Science degrees who are required to take an applied calculus course. Topics in the course include the theory of functions; graphing functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; solving equations involving algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions; solving systems of linear equations; matrix algebra; modeling; and applications problems. Analytical reading and problem-solving skills are required for success in this course.
A little more about the class: Besides learning math, I think skills that you will learn in this class are confidence, persistence, and resourcefulness (CPR). Academic confidence – little successes on learning the math content will build academic confidence. Academic persistence – persevere on assignments and exams even if you feel lost. Academic resourcefulness – use all your resources including instructor, tutors, classmates, videos, etc.
These traits will be useful in future academic and professional endeavors!