Maricopa Community Colleges  MAT091   20036-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 02/27/03
MAT091 20036-99999 LEC 4 Credit(s) 4 Period(s)
Introductory Algebra
Linear behavior; linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables; graphs; systems of equations in two variables; function notation, graphs, and data tables; operations on polynomials; properties of exponents; applications.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MAT082, or MAT102, or equivalent, or satisfactory score on District Placement exam.
Course Note: May receive credit for only one of the following: MAT090, MAT091, MAT092, or MAT093.
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
MAT091   20036-99999 Introductory Algebra
1. Solve linear equations. (I)
2. Graph linear functions given data tables or an equation. (I, II)
3. Determine and interpret the domain and range of a function given its graph. (II)
4. Determine and interpret the slope and intercepts of a linear equation or function. (I, II)
5. Determine and explain the relationship between the slopes of perpendicular and parallel lines. (I, II)
6. Given sufficient information or data, write a linear equation. (I, II)
7. Use function notation to represent and evaluate linear relationships. (II)
8. Solve linear inequalities and graph solutions on the real number line and on the coordinate plane. (I)
9. Solve linear systems in two variables by graphing, substitution, and elimination methods. (I)
10. Simplify polynomial expressions. (III)
11. Perform operations on polynomials (add, subtract, multiply, divide, powers). (III)
12. Model and solve real-world problems using linear equations, proportions and systems of linear equations. (I, II)
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MAT091   20036-99999 Introductory Algebra
    I. Linear Behavior
        A. Equations
        B. Proportions
        C. Inequalities in one and two variables
        D. Graphs
        E. Systems in two variables
        F. Applications
      II. Functions
          A. Notation
          B. Graphs
          C. Data tables
        III. Polynomials
            A. Operations
            B. Exponent properties
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