MA07 or equivalent. Covers use of calculator, complex numbers, theory and use of logarithms, basic theory of equations, trigonometric identities, inequalities and basic analytical geometry. For students enrolled in Science Laboratory Technician program. Basic mathematics and algebra concepts are reviewed. Strong emphasis on application of scientific and mathematical principles as they apply to this specific program.
Content varies from year to year.
I Concept of function is introduced early and used throughout course. Topics include zeros and graphs of polynomial functions, graphs and asymptotes of rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, introduction to trigonometry, angle measurement, right triangle trigonometry, properties and graphs of trigonometric functions, and inverse trigonometric functions. Topics include trigonometric identities and equations, laws of sines and cosines, DeMoivre's Theorem and complex numbers, polar equations and parametric equations and their graphs, systems of linear equations and inequalities, partial fractions, mathematical induction, arithmetic and geometric sequences and series, the Binomial Theorem and the conics. Credit given for MA62 or MA68, but not both. For students of accounting, business, economics, social sciences and general studies.