MATH 375 - Pre-Calculus

    Recent Professors
    Joy A. Fuson, Joseph E. Eitel, LeLe Schritter, Cassy Rowe, Tim Curran, Calvin D. Greene, Michelle Chiang, Jeremy Harden
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    6
    Prerequisite
    Through the Los Rios Placement Process or successful completion of Algebra II/Integrated Math 3 or Intermediate Algebra, with a grade of C- or better.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4
    Description
    This course provides a rigorous treatment of the foundational mathematical concepts and skills that will prepare students for the calculus sequence for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) majors. Topics include polynomial, absolute value, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions, with graphing and applications; trigonometric functions and their inverses, including graphs, proving identities, trigonometric equations, and solving triangles; systems of equations and inequalities; analytic geometry and conics; vectors and polar coordinates; and an introduction to sequences and series. It emphasizes analytical reasoning and problem-solving. The maximum UC transfer credit is 5 units for any combination of College Algebra and Precalculus courses. A calculator may be required for this course.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed Fri 10:30am–12:35pm, Mon Wed Thu 8:15am–10:20am, Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:00am–12:05pm, Mon Wed 10:30am–12:35pm