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MATH 126

Precalculus I

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelLower Division
Average gradeC+
Standard

Overview

Description

Fundamentals of algebra; polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, their graphs, and applications; complex numbers; absolute value and quadratic inequalities; systems of equations, matrices, determinants.

Requirements

Prerequisites

  • ACT of 22
  • SAT of 530
  • ALEKS PPL of 46
  • with a “C” or above or an “S”
  • with a “C”
MATH 96MATH 26BMATH 26CMATH 124

Recommended Preparation

  • Take a math placement test before registering for MATH 126 if 10 years have passed since completion of the prerequisite coursework.
MATH 126
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

ACT of 22 OR SAT of 530 OR ALEKS PPL of 46 OR MATH 96 / MATH 26B / MATH 26C with a “C” or above or an “S” OR MATH 124 with a “C”.

Recommended Preparation

Take a math placement test before registering for MATH 126 if 10 years have passed since completion of the prerequisite coursework.

Units

Lecture2
Discussion Recitation1

Catalog Details

Offering

Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

Terms

fall, spring, summer

Core

CO2, University Core Mathematics requirement

Restrictions

Credit may not be received for MATH 126 if credit has already been awarded for MATH 128 or above.

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • graph rational functions.
  • solve equations involving exponential or logarithmic functions.
  • solve inequalities involving rational functions.