MATH 3Precalculus
Inverse functions and graphs; exponential and logarithmic functions, their graphs, and use in mathematical models of the real world; rates of change; trigonometry, trigonometric functions, and their graphs; and geometric series. Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 3 and AM 3.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2 or mathematics placement (MP) score of 200 or higher. Students may not enroll in or receive credit for MATH 3 after receiving credit with a 'C' or better in AM 11A, ECON 11A, MATH 11A, MATH 19A, MATH 20A or equivalents.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 2:40pm–3:45pm | Media Theater M110 | N. Bhattacharya | Open 0/350 |
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 10:40am–11:45am | Kresge Acad 3105 | H. Tamanoi | Open 53/115 |
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 1:00pm–3:15pm | Online | N. Bhattacharya | Open 24/50 |
| 02 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 1:00pm–3:15pm | Online | H. Tamanoi | Open 35/50 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 2:40pm–3:45pm | J Baskin Engr 152 | S. Serboi | Closed 144/144 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 2:40pm–3:45pm | Media Theater M110 | N. Bhattacharya | Open 315/350 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 10:40am–11:45am | ClassroomUnit 002 | R. L. Hingtgen | Closed 360/360 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirotaka Tamanoi | 2.4 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 28% | 107 |
| Suzana Serboi | 4.1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 82% | 43 |
| Robert Hingtgen | 4.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 97% | 107 |
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