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MATH 3 - Precalculus
Formerly Known As
MATH 32
Course Title
Precalculus
Course Description
Polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry and trigonometric functions. Complex numbers, fundamental theorem of algebra, mathematical induction, binomial theorem, series, and sequences. Prior to Fall 2025, this course was offered as Math 32.
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Method of Assessment
Written Exam
Prerequisites
Three years of high school mathematics.
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if following the course(s) have already been completed.
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Credit Restrictions. Upon passing, students can use the following course(s) to replace a deficient grade for this course.
Students will receive no credit for MATH 32 after completing MATH 16B, MATH 16A, MATH 1B, MATH 1A, MATH N32, MATH N1A, MATH N1B, MATH N16A, or MATH N16B.
Credit Replacement Courses
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Formats
Lecture, Discussion
Term
Fall and Spring
Weeks
15 weeks
Weeks
15
Lecture Hours
3
Lecture Hours Min
3
Lecture Hours Max
3
Lecture Mode of Instruction
In Person
Discussion Hours
2
Discussion Hours Min
2
Discussion Hours Max
2
Discussion Mode of Instruction
In Person
Outside Work Hours
8
Term
Summer
Weeks
6 weeks
Weeks
6
Lecture Hours
5
Lecture Hours Min
5
Lecture Hours Max
5
Lecture Mode of Instruction
In Person
Discussion Hours
5
Discussion Hours Min
5
Discussion Hours Max
5
Discussion Mode of Instruction
In Person
Outside Work Hours
20
Term
Summer
Weeks
8 weeks
Weeks
8
Lecture Hours
10
Lecture Hours Min
10
Lecture Hours Max
10
Lecture Mode of Instruction
In Person
Discussion Mode of Instruction
In Person
Outside Work Hours
12.5