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Precalculus

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MATH XL 1

This foundational course covers topics in Precalculus and is designed to prepare students for college-level Calculus (Math XL 31A).

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What you can learn.

Understand trigonomic functions
Evaluate difference quotients using function notation
Determine the domain and range of even, odd, and neither even nor odd functions
Determine the intervals of increase and decrease of a function
Use the unit circle to compute the sum of a geometric series or a telescoping series
Establish a mathematical foundation in preparation for Calculus

About This Course

This course covers function concept; linear and polynomial functions and their graphs; applications to optimization; inverse, exponential and logarithmic functions; and trigonometric functions. Transferable for UC credit.
Prerequisites

Intermediate Algebra for college students with a grade of "C" or better or two-and-a-half years of high school mathematics.

This course applies toward the following programs

certificate Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.

Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.