Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites: One of the following (within two years): MAT 0950 or MAT 0980 with a C- or higher; or appropriate placement by a placement exam

For students who have completed a minimum of one year of high school algebra or who lack a thorough understanding of basic algebra principles. Teaches integers, solving equations, polynomial operations, factoring polynomials, systems of equations and graphs, rational expressions, roots, radicals, complex numbers, quadratic equations and the quadratic formula. Prepares students for MAT 1010, Intermediate Algebra.