Precalculus - College Algebra and Trigonometry

Prerequisites: MATH 137 or equivalent based on SBCC's Assessment Center placement via multiple measures.Advanced algebra course emphasizing analysis, graphing and applications of trigonometric functions. Such functions are developed from circular functions. Trigonometric identities and conditional equations, applications to triangles, vectors, complex numbers, parametric equations and polar coordinates are covered. Additional topics include matrix algebra, logic and structure of proof, and the Binomial Theorem.Hours: 72 (72 lecture)Transfer Information: CSUGE Area B4, IGETC Area 2A, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable (MATH 137 and MATH 138 combined: maximum credit, 5 semester/7.5 quarter units; No credit for MATH 137 or MATH 138 if taken after MATH 130 or MATH 150.)SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E1Grading Options: Pass/No Pass or Standard Letter