Open to all qualified students planning to take calculus. Topics include complex numbers; inequalities; linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions; systems of equations and plane analytic geometry. Each section will require a graphing calculator and/or the use of a computer as determined by the instructor.

Prerequisite: Achieving an appropriate score on the mathematics part of the ACT or SAT, or completion of MAT 012 with a grade of at least B or scoring at an appropriate level on the Mathematics Placement Test.

Note: Credit is not given for both MAT 151 and MAT 121 or MAT 151 and MAT 131 or MAT 151 and MAT 142.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Perform algebraic operations and solve a variety of algebraic and transcendental equations and inequalities.
2. Perform algebraic operations on functions and use the language and symbolism of functions appropriately.
3. Use linear, quadratic, polynomial, logarithmic and trigonometric functions to interpret and analyze relationships among variables.
4. Graph relationships among variables, and interpret and analyze a graph.
5. Solve applied problems at the Pre-calculus level.
6. Use technology to assist in visualizing and solving problems.