STEM - College Algebra

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Majors not Requiring Calculus

The STEM-College Algebra pathway is ideal for students majoring in STEM-related subject areas that do not require calculus. If you are unsure if you will need to take Calculus for your major or educational objective, please check with a counselor. All students are eligible to enroll in Math 100. To view the eligibility criteria for all math courses, please click on the Math Placement (MMAP) Rules.

Note: Math 100 fulfills general transfer requirements. Students should enroll in Math 100 only if their major requires it and if they do not intend on taking Calculus.

College algebra course sequence - Math 100 or Math 100+

Math 100 College Algebra

Math 100 College Algebra is a terminal transfer-level course in algebra. This course does not lead to Math 103E Calculus I. Topics include functions and their inverses, transformations of functions, first and second degree equations and inequalities, logarithmic and exponential equations, graphs of linear and quadratic functions, conic sections, polynomial functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, real world Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) applications, remainder and factor theorems, properties and applications of complex numbers, systems of equations, matrix solutions, and sequences and series.

Math 100+ College Algebra with Support

MATH 100+ is a college (transfer) level course in algebra with a built-in support lab component. We cover many topics, including functions and their inverses, transformations of functions, first and second-degree equations and inequalities, logarithmic and exponential equations, graphs of linear and quadratic functions, conic sections, polynomial functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, real-world Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) applications, remainder and factor theorems, properties and applications of complex numbers, systems of equations, and sequences and series. When appropriate, we will discuss the cultural and historical context for these concepts, and throughout the course, we explore strategies for successful math-classroom experience and critical thinking/problem-solving strategies.