Prepares students for function and graphing based mathematical reasoning of MAT 1010 (Intermediate Algebra) or MAT 1015 (Intermediate Algebra with Integrated Review). Appropriate placement (within two years) by a placement exam.

This course uses real-life, scenario-based instruction where each mathematical concept is taught using small, useful, real-life mathematical scenarios. Uses a modeling approach to help students determine in which real-life scenario they would use which mathematical concept or skill for solving problems. Covers models of integers, fractions, decimals, percentages and percentage change, ratio and rate, basic descriptive statistics, charts and graphs, and linear and exponential growth. Demonstrates mathematics as a tool for modeling specific real-life situations. Uses calculators, computer software, and the Internet, and they are used as tools for understanding. Prepares students for MAT1030, Quantitative Reasoning.

This course satisfies the General Education requirement for some majors. MAT 1030 is not a prerequisite for STAT 1040 or 1045, MATH 1050, 1055, 1090, or any other math course.