Course Descriptions
DEVM F060 Elementary Algebra
3 Credits
First year high school algebra. Evaluating and simplifying algebraic expressions,
solving first degree equations and inequalities, integer exponents, polynomials, factoring,
rational expressions, equations and graphs of lines. Also available via eLearning
and Distance Education. Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in DEVM F050; or ABUS
F155, or appropriate placement test scores. Prerequisite courses and/or placement
exams must be taken within one calendar year prior to commencement of the course.
(3+0)
DEVM F105 Intermediate Algebra
3 Credits
Second year high school algebra. Operations with rational expressions, radicals,
rational exponents, logarithms, inequalities, quadratic equations, linear systems,
functions, Cartesian coordinate system and graphing. To matriculate to MATH F107X
from DEVM F105 a grade of B or higher is required. Also available via eLearning and
Distance Education. Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in DEVM F060; or DEVM F062;
or appropriate placement test scores. Prerequisite courses and/or placement exams
must be taken within one calendar year prior to commencement of the course. (3+0)
MATH F107X Functions for Calculus (m)
4 Credits
A study of algebraic, logarithmic and exponential functions; sequences and series;
conic sections; and as time allows, systems of equations, matrices and counting methods.
A brief review of basic algebra in the first week prepares students for the rigor
expected. The primary purpose of this course, in conjunction with MATH F108, is to
prepare students for calculus. Note: Credit may be earned for taking MATH F107X or
MATH F161X, but not for both. Also available via eLearning and Distance Education.
Prerequisites: DEVM F105 or DEVM F106 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher; or two years
of high school algebra and MATH F107X placement or higher. (4.5+0)
MATH F108 Trigonometry (m)
2-3 Credits
A study of the trigonometric functions. Also available via eLearning and Distance
Education. Prerequisites: MATH F107X or placement or concurrent enrollment in MATH
F107X. (2-3+0)