Math 19000: College Algebra and Trigonometry

Supervisor: David John

Intended for calculus bound students, this course covers the fundamental concepts of algebra including sets and intervals, absolute value, inequalities, exponents and radicals, algebraic expressions, polynomials, rational expressions, and factoring; emphasizing simplifying and manipulating expressions, and solving equations and inequalities of various types, including linear, absolute value, quadratic, rational, and radical. It also introduces the coordinate plane, lines, functions and relations, systems of linear equations, and the graphs of linear and quadratic functions. (Part of the sequence 19000-19500.) 4 hr./wk.; 3 credits.

Overview

Welcome to College Algebra!

In this course, we will thoroughly prepare you for the challenges of MATH195 - Precalculus. You will engage in comprehensive practice manipulating expressions, equations, and inequalities. These essential techniques and skills will form the foundation of algebraic methods that you will rely on throughout your future mathematics courses. We aim to ensure you have a solid understanding and proficiency in these fundamental areas, setting you up for success in more advanced mathematical studies.

Syllabus

Syllabus

Text and Materials

1. Intermediate Algebra, 2nd Edition

2. MYOPENMATH

Course Grades

Your course grade will be weighted and calculated as follows:

The lowest exam score will be dropped.

Sample Final Exams

Sample Final A

Sample Final B

How to Succeed in this class

How to Succeed in this class

Documents

• math190clo

Sections

For Fall 2026, the following sections are being offered:

Historical offerings