MATH 156 - College Algebra

A review and study of algebraic topics including equations and inequalities, algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities. Emphasis is placed on application and review of skills. A student who has earned credit for a higher-level mathematics class may not enroll in MATH 156 without permission from the Mathematics Department.

Prerequisites: Placement based on sufficiently strong high school background and score on the Mathematics Placement Exam.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* MATH 156 and MATH 157 together fulfill the Elementary Functions Essential Skill of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.