MAT-036 Foundations of College Algebra

Study pre-algebra and beginning algebra topics necessary to succeed in College Algebra. Topics include operations on real numbers; simplifying expressions; solving first-degree equations, inequalities and application problems; graphing linear equations; simplifying exponents; operations on polynomials; and factoring polynomials. Prerequisite: Achieve an appropriate score on the Mathematics Placement Test or successful completion of an approved mathematics preparation course. Note: A grade of at least C in MAT 036 is required to enroll in MAT 013B or in MAT 037.

Term: Summer 2026

Course Type: Credit - 4 Equivalent Credits

Section: 201

Ways to take the class: Face-to-face

Days: MW

Time: 06:30 PM to 08:45 PM

Start Date: 05/27/2026

End Date: 08/16/2026

Location: Online

Room: OL Building:
Online Synchronous

Instructor: To be Announced (Subject to change)

Class Size: 20

Section Info: Attendance in online class meetings M/W from 6:30-8:05pm. Exams for this section may require in-person testing at a testing center. For additional information, visit: https://www.aacc.edu/resources/academic- services/testing/testing-for-existing- students/