MAT 1033 - Intermediate Algebra MAT 1033 - Intermediate Algebra 3 cr. hrs. This course is designed to prepare you for MAC 1105 or STA 2023 . Instruction includes linear equations and inequalities in two variables, introduction to functions, systems of linear equations, factoring, operations on rational expressions, complex fractions, equations with rational expressions, rational exponents, radical expressions, equations with radical expressions, quadratic equations, and applications of these topics. Course Designations: (TR) 0315.