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BASIC ALGEBRA (Part I)
Math 152A1 & 183 Spring, 1997 Mon., Wed. & Fri. 11:00 - 12:25 Room: E106 4 units & 1 unit
INSTRUCTOR: Jane Baldo
PHONE NUMBER: 541-4660, Extension 247
REQUIRED TEXT: Understanding Algebra for College Students by Hirsch & Goodman.
RECOMMENDED TEXT: Student Solution Manual and Study Guide to Accompany "Understanding Algebra for the College Student"
COURSE DESCRIPTION: MATH 152A: This course will study the basic concepts of algebra. Topics include the real numbers and their properties, solving linear equations and inequalities, the four basic operations with polynomials, graphing linear functions and inequalities in two variables, properties of exponents and an introduction to functions. MATH 183: This course is taken in conjunction with Math 152A. The class allows for one additional hour each week of instructional time. The class is specially designed for students who are nervous about math and/or find math difficult to master.
THESE TWO CLASSES MUST BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY.
OVER page 2 RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in Math 181 or equivalent, or satisfactory score on Mathematics Assessment Test.
GRADING POLICY: MATH 152A: Method of Student Evaluation
Exam #1: Sections 1.1 - 1.6 60 points Exam #2: Sections 2.1 - 2.5 60 points Exam #3: Sections 3.1, 3.2, 3.6, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 60 points Quizzes (based on homework) 36 points Final (Covers entire course content) 90 points
Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the possible points. The total possible is 306 points.
A 90-100% B 80-89% C 70-79% D 60-69% F less than 60%
MATH 183: Method of Student Evaluation
The grade will be either Credit or No Credit.
The grade will be based on turning in a journal part way through the quarter. In the journal, you will be asked to write about your feelings and progress (or struggles) with: (1) Study Skills (2) Anxiety issues centered around math (3) Any other topics that you would like to write about
THE JOURNAL WILL BE DUE Friday, June 6.
MAKE-UP POLICY: For quizzes there is no make-up, however one quiz is dropped, taking the best 3 out of 4. For Chapter Tests and the Final, make-up is possible, but there is a 10% penalty, except for a written medical excuse.
LEARNING DISABILITIES: If you have a learning disability, be sure to discuss it with Jane. Learning disabilities will be accommodated. page 3
REGISTRATION:
1. You must register for this class at the Office of Admissions and Records.
2. The last day to drop the class with no record is Friday, May 2.
3. The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is 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, is only allowed in special cases).
In this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid a grade. You must go to the registrar by the above dates to avoid a grade from option three or four.
OFFICE HOURS: Room: A204 Monday & Wednesday 1:00 - 2:00 Tuesday & Thursday 5:00 - 6:00 Friday 12:30 - 1:30
TUTORING: Individual tutoring is available in the Learning Lab (Room B107). Tutoring hours are posted on the door of the lab and in your classroom.
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.
OVER Schedule page 4
Date Topic April 7 Introduction & Sect. 1.1 April 9 Sect. 1.2 April 11 Sect. 1.3
April 14 Sect. 1.4 April 16 Sect. 1.4 April 18 Sect. 1.5
April 21 Sect. 1.6 & Quiz #1 (Sections 1.1 - 1.4) April 23 Review April 25 Exam #1 (Sections 1.1 - 1.6)
April 28 Sect. 2.1 April 30 Sect. 2.2 May 2 Sect. 2.3
May 5 Sect. 2.4 May 7 Sect. 2.5 & Quiz #2 (Sections 1.6 - 2.3) May 9 Review
May 12 Exam #2 (Sections 2.1 - 2.5). May 14 Sect. 3.1 May 16 Sect. 3.2
May 19 Sect. 3.6 May 21 Sect. 6.1 May 23 Sect. 6.2
May 26 HOLIDAY May 28 Sect. 6.3 & Quiz #3 (Sections 3.1, 3.2, 3.6, 6.1) May 30 Review
June 2 Exam #3 (Sections 3.1, 3.2, 3.6, 6.1 - 6.3) June 4 Sect. 5.1 June 6 Sect. 5.2 & Journals are Due
June 9 Sect. 5.3 June 11 Finish Sect. 5.3 & Sect. 5.6 June 13 Sect. 11.1
June 16 Sect. 11.2 & Quiz #4 (Sections 6.3, 5.1 - 5.3, 5.6) June 18 Review June 20 Review
June 23 Cumulative Final Exam (11:00 - 1:00)
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