TransfermaticMATH at College of the Desert

    MATH 54 - Beginning Algebra

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    Prerequisite
    MATH 060 or MATH 065.
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is an introduction to the real number system and to the use of variable expressions and equations in problem solving. Topics include properties of the real numbers, square roots, arithmetic of variable expressions including polynomials and algebraic fractions, solving linear equations and inequalities in one variable, factoring, and an introduction to the Cartesian coordinate system and the equations and graphs of linear equations in two variables. Also, the proper use of math notation is emphasized along with an introduction to Pythagorean Theorem and basic geometric formulas, some dimensional analysis with modeling applications is included. Lecture Grading: Letter MATH 060 or MATH 065. Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA COD GE: None CalGETC: None