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MATH 103A COLLEGE ALGEBRA Tuesday and Thursday 2:00 to 3:50 PM Room E 106 4 UNITS
Instructor: Larry Green
Phone Number: 541-4660 Extension 341 Required Text: College Algebra and Trigonometry with Graphing Technology by David E. Stevens
Recommended Text: College Algebra and Trigonometry with Graphing Technology Student's Solution Manual by David E. Stevens (A copy of this guide will be on reserve in the library.)
Course description: This course is an in-depth study of functions. We will be studying linear, quadratic, and other rational functions. We will be analyzing both their algebraic and geometric properties. Special emphasis will be placed on application problems and the use of calculators
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 154 and either a C or better in Math 153 or Math 102 within the last two years. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the prerequisite by achieving a satisfactory score on the Mathematics assessment.
Grading Policy Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of possible points. A 90 -- 100% C 70 -- 79% B 80 -- 89% D 60 -- 69%
Homework: ............................................150 points Midterm 1: May 1 (chapt 2) ...............250 points Midterm 2: May 29 (chapt 3,4.1,4,2).....250 points Group Project: June 19............................175 points Final Exam: June 24, 2:00 to 4:00 PM ...175 points
Exam Policy Students are to bring calculators, pencils or pens, and paper to each exam. A one page (standard size) front and back formula sheet may be used during each midterm, and a two page formula sheet may be used during the final exam. Grading will based on the progress towards the final answer, and the demonstration of understanding of the concept that is being tested; therefore, work must be shown in detail.
Any student who cannot make it to an exam may elect to take the exam up to two days before the exam is scheduled. If a student misses a Midterm exam, then the final exam will be weighted 60 percent of the total grade provided the student completes a (very long) make up assignment that will be given upon the students return.
Homework Policy Homework will be turned in at the end of class on the date due. If a student has additional questions, that student may see me after class in my office and then turn in the homework by 5:00 PM on the date due. Homework that is turned in within one week of the due date will be counted as half credit. Homework may be turned later than one week after the due date, but points will not be awarded.
Extra Credit Any student who has turned in every homework assignment may elect to work on an extra credit assignment or project that will count as additional points towards either a midterm or the final.
Registration 1. You must register for this class at the Office of Admissions and Records.
2. You may drop the class with no penalty or mark on your record on or before Friday, May 2.
3. After May 2, you may drop the class and receive a grade of W until Friday, June 6.
4. After June 6, if you are enrolled, you will receive one of the following grades: A, B, C, D, F or I (Incomplete, must be negotiated with the instructor and is only allowed in special cases).
In this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid an unwanted grade. You must go to the registrar by the above dates to avoid the unwanted grade.
OFFICE HOURS: Room A210 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday ........... 11:00 to 12:00
CALCULATORS: A graphing calculator is required for this class. There are a variety of such calculators on the market. The instructor will be using a Texas Instrument 85 calculator for demonstrations in the class. All calculators except the TI 92 or equivalent will be allowed on the exams.
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS AND EXAMS
Date Section Due Topic Problem Numbers 4-8 Introductions
4-10 2.1 The plane 3,4,9,18,21,30,33,36 2.2 Graphs & Technology 1,8,13,28,33,38,41,47,49,50
4-15 2.3 Functions 1,8,15,22,26,27,36,39,45,47,52,56,57,67,69,70
4-17 2.4 Graph of a Function 13,16,19,24,27,31,33,38,42,48,53,57,62,65,69
4-22 2.5 Shifting & Reflecting 1,5,8,13,17,20,26,32,44,60,63,68,70,74
4-24 2.6 Composite& Inverse 1,4,8,11,20,23,26,36,39,45,50,58,61,64,69,72,75,82
4-29 2.7 Applications 3,7,17,19,22,28,23,24,,31,36,40,41
5-1 Midterm I
5-6 Return Midterm I
5-8 3.1 Linear Functions 1,12,14,29,36,58,64,67,69 3.2 Equations of Lines 1,10,17,35,41,48,51,58
5-13 3.3 Quadratic Functions 1,14,17,23,26,30,35,42,44,46,51,56,57,63,64
5-15 3.4 Quadratic Inequalities 1,12,15,24,27,36,41,50,58,65,67,70,78,81,86,91,96
5-20 3.5 Curve Intersections 1,8,13,16,19,23,28,37,44,52,57,67,75,79,82,85
5-22 4.1 Polynomials & Graphs 1,5,10,15,18,23,32,36,39,47,51,55,53,56,68,71,80
Date Section Due Topic Problem Numbers 5-27 4.2 Polynomial Division 1,5,8,18,21,28,36,39,52,55,59,64,69,71,78,80
5-29 Midterm II
6-3 Return Midterm II
6-5 4.3 Factors & Zeros 1,6,12,13,15,20,21,26,30,39,45,51,56,59,63,66
6-10 4.4 Polynomial Equations 1,11,18,25,34,42,47,53,57,60,63,66,68,69,74,76
6-12 4.5 Rational Functions 1,8,11,14,18,25,36,37,42,45,51,53,54,55,56,59
6-17 4.6 Rational Equations 1,6,19,24,27,36,41,46,51,53,56,59,62,68,71,73,76
6-19 Take Home Final Due
Final Exam: June 24, 2:00 to 4:00 PM HOW TO SUCCEED IN A MATH CLASS
1) Come to every class meeting.
2) Arrive early, get yourself settled, spend a few minutes looking at your notes from the previous class meeting, and have you materials ready when class starts.
3) Read each section before it is discussed in class
4) Do some math every day.
5) Start preparing for the tests at least a week in advance.
6) Spend about half of your study time working with your classmates.
7) Take advantage of tutors and office hours, extra help can make a big difference.
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