This course covers topics such as exponents, radicals, quadratic and rational expressions, complex numbers, functions, graphs of polynomials, exponential equations, and logarithms. The course aims to teach students the fundamental concepts of precalculus and enhance their problem-solving skills in algebra and functions. The teaching method includes lectures, examples, and practice problems. This course is intended for students who want to build a strong foundation in precalculus before moving on to more advanced math courses.
Overview
Syllabus
PreCalc 1.1 Exponents.
PreCalc 1.2 Radicals.
1.3 Quadratic Expressions and Equations.
1.4 Rational Expressions.
1.5 Complex Numbers.
1.6 Complete the Square.
1.7 Solving Linear Formulas.
1.8 Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities.
2.1 Functions.
2.2 Algebra of Functions.
2.3 Inverse Functions.
2.4 Applications of Functions.
2.5 Reading Graphs of Functions.
2.6 Transformations of Graphs.
2.7 Transformation of Basic Functions.
3.1 Graphs of Polynomials.
3.2 Synthetic Division.
3.3 Rational Root Theorem.
3.4 Graphs of Reciprocal Functions.
3.5 Graphs of Rational Functions.
4.1 Exponential Equations with a Common Base.
4.2 Properties of Logs.
4.3 Solving Exponential Equations by using Logs.
4.4 Solving Log Equations.
4.5 Applications of Exponents and Logs.
Taught by
Tyler Wallace
