Apr 17, 2026  
2025-2026 DCC Catalog 
  
2025-2026 DCC Catalog
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MAT 185 - Precalculus


Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
This course is intended primarily for students planning to take calculus. Topics include a study of functions, specifically: linear, polynomial, rational, trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic, and inverse functions.  Modeling and data analysis techniques are also employed.  Conceptual understanding is emphasized and algebraic skills are reinforced throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s): Placement level 4 (see DCC Math Placement Table), OR MAT 184  with C or higher, or MAT 132  with C or higher, OR MAT 110  with A- or higher



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