ESM 20 - Beginning Algebra

Units: 3

Review of the use of algebraic expressions for the solution of linear equations and geometric problems. Introduction to the rectangular coordinate system and its use for graphing functions and representing information. Solution of linear systems of equations, linear systems of inequalities, equations, and inequalities involving the absolute value. Introduction to polynomial expressions, their properties, and the solution of polynomial equations. ESM 20 does not count toward any graduation requirement but completion of this course with a grade of C (2.0) or higher allows students to take MATH 30 . Also offered as MATH 20 . Students may not receive credit for both. Enrollment is restricted to incoming first-year students with a highest Entry-Level Mathematics (ELM) exam score from 30 to 38.