MATH 120 Intermediate Algebra
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Mathematics (MATH) Courses
- MATH 110 Elementary Algebra
- MATH 115 Geometry
- MATH 120 Intermediate Algebra
- MATH 125 Elementary Finite Mathematics
- MATH 130 Analytical Trigonometry
- MATH 145 Liberal Arts Mathematics
- MATH 190 Path to Statistics
- MATH 200 Elementary Probability and Statistics
- MATH 222 Precalculus
- MATH 225 Path to Calculus
- MATH 241 Applied Calculus I
- MATH 242 Applied Calculus II
- MATH 251 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I
- MATH 252 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II
- MATH 253 Calculus with Analytic Geometry III
- MATH 268 Discrete Mathematics
- MATH 270 Linear Algebra
- MATH 275 Ordinary Differential Equations
- MATH 280 Proofwriting
- MATH 800 Just-in-Time Support for Elementary Probability and Statistics
- MATH 811 Arithmetic Review with Pre Algebra
- MATH 820 Just-in-Time Support for Intermediate Algebra
- MATH 825 Just-In-Time Support for Path to Calculus
- MATH 830 Just-In-Time Support for Analytical Trigonometry
- MATH 841 Just-In-Time Support for Applied Calculus I
- MATH 890 Just-In-Time Support for Path to Statistics
Additional Information
(Also see Business 115)
The Transfer Math Sequence you choose will depend on your major and your transfer destination. See a counselor for more information.
Multiple measures, including high school transcripts, are now being used to help determine proper placement of students into Mathematics courses. Students transferring to College of San Mateo with credit in college Mathematics can use their transcripts to assist with placement.
Prerequisites are listed in the descriptions of Mathematics courses in the catalog and the web schedule. Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses. Prerequisites may be met by showing proof of satisfactory completion of an equivalent course at a post-secondary institution.
Minimum Grade for Prerequisites
Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.
Course Description
A comprehensive review of elementary algebra with certain topics studied in greater depth. Extension of fundamental algebraic concepts and operations, problem solving and applications, linear, quadratic, rational, and radical equations, equations in two variables, graphs, systems of equations, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series.
- Lecture hours/semester: 80-90
- Homework hours/semester: 160-180
