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| MAT 100 | Beginning Algebra
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Prerequisites: COMPASS (Math 36) or MAT 099 (at least a “C”)Reviews the operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and integers and then introduces basic algebra topics. These topics include equations and algebraic expressions, polynomials, factoring polynomials, rational expressions, first-degree equations and inequalities, and graphing linear equations.
NOTE: MAT 100 is not to be taken by the student who has successfully (at least a“C”) completed MAT 105, 130, or a mathematics course above the MAT 130 level. Exceptions can only be made by the coordinator of the Mathematics Department. A student who completes MAT 100 cannot enroll in any higher level mathematics course unless he/she earns at least a “C” in MAT 100. A scientific or graphing calculator is required for this course. This course cannot be used to satisfy mathematics requirements in any program.