BASIC ALGEBRA
(Part II)
Beginalg/2BSyllabusSpring2003
Math
152B
Spring, 2003
Monday
& Wednesday
1:30 – 3:30
Room
E106
4 units
INSTRUCTOR:
Jane Ellis
PHONE
NUMBER:
541-4660, Extension 247
E-MAIL:
ELLIS@LTCC.EDU
OFFICE;
A204
REQUIRED
TEXT:
Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
By Mark Dugopolski
RECOMMENDED TEXT: Student Solution
Manual
Prepared by Mark Dugopolski
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
In this class we will build on what you learned in Math 152A
(Beginning Algebra Part I). While
you learned to multiply polynomials in Math 152A, we will do a reverse process
called factoring in this class. This
will allow us to solve equations of higher degree than the first degree
equations that you solved in Math 152A. We
will also build on your knowledge of fractions as we work with algebraic
fractions called rational expressions. Additional topics include work with radicals so that we can
solve equations with radicals and we will finish with techniques for solving
quadratic equations, also known as second degree equations.
comic
“What do you plan to do with your one
wild and precious life?”
Poet
Mary Oliver
OVER
JANE’S
COMMITMENT TO THIS CLASS:
·
I
will check the earlier part of my day at the door when I enter the classroom,
and I will give this class 100% of my attention while we are meeting.
·
I
will come to class well prepared.
·
I
will be here on time.
·
I
will listen and seek to understand what is being said.
·
I
will not shortchange the students in this class by setting low standards.
·
I
will put 100% of my effort into being the best possible teacher for the students
in this class.
PREREQUISITE:
A grade of C or better in Math 152A or equivalent, or satisfactory score
on Mathematics Assessment Test.
GRADING
POLICY:
Homework
90 points
Exam #1: Sections 2.4, 3.3 & Chapter 6
100 points
Exam #2: Chapter 7 & Sections 8.1, 8.2 & 8.7
100 points
Exam #3: Chpt. 9 & Sections 10.1, 10.2 & 11.5 100
points
Quizzes* (Three at 20 points each)
60 points
Final (Covers entire course content)
150 points
*If
you spend at least one hour a week (for a total of at least 10 hours) in the
Gateway Math Center (room G4), you may add 6 points to your lowest quiz score.
Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the 600 possible
points.
A
90-100%
B
80-89%
C
70-79%
D
60-69%
F
less than 60%
Make-up Policy: For
quizzes there is no make-up, however
if the absence is excused, you will receive the same percentage grade on the
quiz as you earn on the exam, which covers the same material.
For Chapter Exams and the Final, make-up is possible, but there is a 10%
penalty if the absence is not excused. Homework
will be accepted up to one week late with a penalty of 5 points off of the
assignment.
LEARNING DISABILITIES:
If you have a learning disability, be sure to discuss your special needs
with Jane. Learning disabilities
will be accommodated.
“Let
There Be No Activity without Achievement”
REGISTRATION:
Ø
You must register for this class at the
Office of Admissions and Records.
Ø
The last day to drop the class with no
record is Friday, May 2.
Ø
The last day to drop the class for a
"W" grade is Friday, June 6.
Ø
After June 6, if you are enrolled you
will receive some kind of grade.
In
this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid a
grade.
OFFICE
HOURS:
Monday............................ 12:30 – 1:30 (A204)
Wednesday....................... 12:30 – 1:30 (A204)
Wednesday....................... 2:30 – 3:30 (Gateway Math Center)
TUTORING:
Tutoring is available in the Gateway Math Center in Room G4 in the
portable buildings near the LAC and photography lab.
Tutoring schedules will be distributed to you in class.
HOW
TO SUCCEED IN A MATH CLASS:
1) Come to every class
meeting.
2) Arrive early, get yourself settled and be ready when class starts. Sit
where you
won't be distracted.
3) Read each section before it
is discussed in class.
4) Do all of the homework.
5) Do some math every day.
6) Start preparing for tests at least a
week in advance.
7) Take advantage of tutors
and office hours, extra help
can make a big difference.
8) Do some review every time you study math.
9) Be willing to ask questions.
10) Take notes.
11) Study in groups and find a
study buddy.
OVER
SCHEDULE
“Nothing is troublesome that we do
willingly” Thomas
Jefferson
Date Section
Topic
April 7.............
Introductions, Discussion of Syllabus
2.4
Formulas
3.3
Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities
April
9........ 6.1
Factoring Out Common Factors
6.2
Factoring
the Special Products
Factoring
by Grouping
Turn in Homework #1 (Sections 2.4 & 3.3)
April 14......
6.3
Factoring
with a = 1
6.4
Factoring
with
April 16......
6.5
General Factoring Strategies
6.6
Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
Quiz #1 (Sections 2.4, 3.3, 6.1
& 6.2)
Turn in Homework #2 (Sections 6.1 – 6.4)
April 21
Review for Exam #1
April 23
Exam #1 (Sections 2.4, 3.3,
Chapter 6)
Turn in Homework #3 (Sections 6.5 – 6.6)
April 28......
7.1
Reducing Rational Expressions
7.2
Multiplication
& Division of Rational Expressions
April 30......
7.3
Finding the Least Common Denominator
7.4
Addition
& Subtraction of Rational Expressions
Turn in Homework #4 (Sections 7.1 – 7.2)
May 5.........
7.5
Complex Fractions
7.6
Solving
Equations with Rational Expressions
May 7.........
7.7
Applications of Ratios and Proportions
7.8
Applications
of Rational Expressions
Quiz #2 (Sections 7.1 – 7.4)
Turn in Homework #5 (Sections 7.3 – 7.6)
Schedule
(continued)
Date
Section
Topic
May 12.......
8.1
Solving Systems of Equations by Graphing & Substitution
8.2
Solving
Systems of Equations with the Addition Method
May 14.......
8.7
Graphing Systems of Linear Inequalities
9.1
Radicals
Turn in Homework #6 (Sections 7.7, 7.8, 8.1, 8.2)
May 19...........
Review for Exam #2 & Finish Section 9.1
May 21
Exam #2 (Chapter 7 & Sections
8.1, 8.2 & 8.7)
May 26...........
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
May 28.......
9.2
Rational Exponents
9.3
Operations
with Radicals
Turn in Homework #7 (Section 8.7 & 9.1 )
June 2.........
9.4
More Operations with Radicals
9.5
Solving Equations with Radicals and Exponents
June 4.........
9.6
Complex Numbers
10.1
Solving
Quadratics by Factoring and Completing the Square
Turn in Homework #8 (Section 9.2, 9.3, 9.4, 9.5 )
June 9.........
10.2
The Quadratic Formula
11.5
Variation
Quiz #3 (Sections 9.1 – 9.5)
June 11...........
Review for Exam #3
Turn in Homework #9 (Section 9.6, 10.1, 10.2, 11.5 )
June 16
Exam #3 (Chapter 9 & Sections
10.1, 10.2 & 11.5)
June 18
Review for Final Exam
June 23
Cumulative Final Exam (2:00 – 4:00)
MATH 152B ASSIGNMENTS
TEXT: "Elementary and Intermediate Algebra” by
Mark Dugopolski
INSTRUCTOR: JANE ELLIS
Each assignment is worth 10 points.
Approximately half of the points are for trying all of the
problems that are assigned. The
remaining points are for doing correctly the even numbered problems
printed in bold print.
“It is well to remind
ourselves that anxiety signifies conflict, and so long as a conflict is going
on, a constructive solution is possible.”
Rollo May
SECTION
PROBLEMS
2.4............................................................ Pages 91 & 92 #1-4, 7-67 odd
.............................................................................
#14, 26
3.3............................................................ Pages 147 – 149 #1-4, 25, 27, 29, 53-77 odd
.............................................................................
#28, 58, 60
6.1............................................................ Pages 282 & 283 #1, 6, 17-75 odd
.............................................................................
#58, 68
6.2............................................................ Pages 286 & 287 #1-6, 7-79 odd
............................................................................. #40, 46, 70
6.3............................................................ Pages 294 & 295 #1-6, 19-79 odd
............................................................................. #22, 42, 74
6.4............................................................ Pages 300 & 301 #15-39 odd, 65-87 odd
............................................................................. #24, 80
6.5............................................................ Pages 305 & 306 #1, 2, 17-73 every other odd
............................................................................. #24, 30, 48
6.6............................................................ Page 313 #1-51 odd
............................................................................. #22, 34
7.1............................................................ Pages 330 – 332 #1-4, 9, 13-101 every other odd
.............................................................................
#38, 52
7.2............................................................ Pages 338 & 339 #1-4, 5-65 every other odd, 71
............................................................................. #22, 38
7.3............................................................ Pages 345 & 346 #41-59 odd
............................................................................. #46, 56
OVER
SECTION
PROBLEMS
7.4............................................................ Pages 352 & 353 #5-61 odd
.............................................................................
#38, 52
7.5............................................................ Pages 358 & 359 #1-35 odd, 41
.............................................................................
#18, 28
7.6............................................................ Pages 363 & 364 #1-4, 5-47 odd
............................................................................. #18, 32
7.7............................................................ Pages 370 – 373 #4-6, 7-59 odd, 64
............................................................................. #40, 50
7.8............................................................ Pages 378 & 379 #1-43 odd
............................................................................. #12, 36
8.1............................................................ Pages 401 & 402 #1-6, 7-15 odd, 21-39 odd, 43-51 odd
.............................................................................
#10, 26, 32
8.2............................................................ Pages 408 & 409 #1-6, 7-31 odd, 37, 39
............................................................................. #14, 20, 28
8.7............................................................ Pages 447 – 450 #2, 4-6, 7, 13-41 every other odd,
.............................................................................
#12, 32, 42
9.1............................................................ Pages 475 – 477 #1-6, 7-87 every other odd, 103, 105
.............................................................................
#30, 44, 56, 74
9.2............................................................ Pages 484 & 485 #1-4, 7-103 every other odd
.............................................................................
#20, 38, 76, 78
9.3............................................................ Pages 491 & 492 # 1, 2, 5-61 every other odd
............................................................................. #71-111 every other odd
............................................................................. #24, 40, 56
9.4............................................................ Pages 496 & 497 #1-67 odd,
.............................................................................
#20, 52
9.5............................................................ Pages 506 & 507 # 5-43 odd, 55-67 odd, 75-89 odd
.............................................................................
#20, 40
9.6............................................................ Pages 515 & 516 #1, 2, 5-75 odd
.............................................................................
#28, 74
10.1.......................................................... Pages 532-534 # 1-4, 5-35 odd, 41-49 odd
............................................................................. #53, 73, 75, 79, 81, 85, 87
.............................................................................
#22, 54
10.2.......................................................... Pages 541 & 542 #1-6, 7-35 odd, 41-57 odd, 69, 71
.............................................................................
#10, 18, 56, 72
11.5.......................................................... Pages 625 & 626 #1-27 odd, 47, 49
.............................................................................
#12, 14, 26, 50