College Closed Monday Because of Winter Storm

Due to inclement weather, all Wake Tech campuses will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026. Students taking in-person classes should check with their instructors for more information. Online classes will continue as scheduled. Many Wake Tech services, including Admissions and Academic Advising, are available virtually at virtualsupport.waketech.edu. Wake Tech employees who can work remotely should do so.

Liberal Arts

Academic Foundations

Prerequisite Math Courses

MAT-025: Concepts of Essential Math/Statistics

This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational math content and statistical concepts specific to real-world applications. Topics include the following:

  • Decimals
  • Percentages
  • Ratios
  • Proportions
  • Solving basic equations
  • Geometrical concepts
  • Dimensional analysis
  • Financial applications
  • Elements of statistics and probability

Upon completion, students should be able to successfully demonstrate the use of mathematics, technology and statistical concepts to solve practical problems while developing positive academic habits, learning strategies and growth mindset.

MAT-035: Concepts of Algebra

This course covers algebraic concepts with an emphasis on application and analysis. Topics include the following:

  • Rational/radical expressions and equations
  • Solving equations and inequalities
  • Concepts of functions, factoring and exponents

Upon completion, students should be able to successfully demonstrate mastery of algebraic concepts through application and analysis while developing positive academic habits, learning strategies and growth mindset.