ISI - MATH 1080 - Intermediate Algebra
Course Description
Intermediate Algebra covers select topics in algebra with an emphasis on solving equations and inequalities. Topics include exponents and radicals, linear and quadratic equations, simple systems of equations, linear and absolute value inequalities, arithmetic of polynomials with basic factorization techniques, representations (formulas, graphs), and applications.
UI students: carries no credit after Math 143 Pre-calculus I: Algebra.
REQUIRED: Exam proctor required for this course.
Learner Outcomes
The primary objective of this course is to help you become competent (and confident) at solving algebra problems both in the textbook setting and a “real-life” setting. Additionally, the course will prepare you for higher math courses.
Required Course Materials
Lial, Margaret L., John Hornsby, and Terry McGinnis. Intermediate Algebra. 8th ed. Boston. Pearson Education, Inc., 2005 or 2006. ISBN: 0321279204 ISBN-13: 978-0321279200
Sponsor Institution
Credits earned for this course are included in a University of Idaho transcript.
This is an INDEPENDENT STUDY IN IDAHO course
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COURSE NUMBER NOTICE
Beginning with the 2025-2026 Catalog year, the University of Idaho transitioned to 4-digit course numbers. As ISI works through this transition, you may continue to see 3-digit course numbers during this time. A crosswalk is available online.