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BASIC MATHEMATICS Math
181A-2
Winter, 2002 Monday
& Wednesday
6:00 – 8:25 Room:
HSCS2&3
1-5 Units INSTRUCTORS:
Jane Ellis & Justin Ferranto Phone
Number:
541-4660, Extension 247 E-MAIL:
ELLIS@ltcc.edu REQUIRED TEXT:
BASIC COLLEGE MATHEMATICS by Tobey & Slater, Fourth Edition. COURSE DESCRIPTION: The purpose of
this course is to enable the student to become proficient in the manipulation
and application of basic arithmetic skills.
This is a variable unit class with a maximum of 5 units available.
Each module is one unit and covers a different topic:
MODULE 181A
Whole Numbers (Chapters 1 & Section 7.5)
MODULE 181B
Fractions (Chapter 2)
MODULE 181C
Decimals (Chapter 3)
MODULE 181D
Percent and Ratio (Chapters 5 & Section 8.1)
MODULE 181E
Introduction to Algebra
(Sections 9.1 – 9.4 & 10.1 – 10.5) JANE’S
& JUSTIN’S COMMITMENT TO THIS CLASS: ·
We
will check the earlier part of our day at the door when we enter, and give this
class 100% of our attention while we are meeting. ·
We
will come to class well prepared. ·
We
will be here on time. ·
We
will listen and seek to understand what is being said. ·
We
will not shortchange the students in this class by setting low standards. ·
We
will put 100% of our effort into being the best possible teachers for the
students in this class. OVER
Page 2 It
is strongly recommended that you complete all five modules before enrolling in
either Math
152A, Basic Algebra or Bus 112, Business Math. Students
may use the time in class in the following ways: A) Begin with a lecture and the rest of the class time will be to
work individually getting assistance from the teachers as needed.
Lectures will be presented following the time line beginning on page 4 of
this syllabus. Students are encouraged to read in advance the material that is
covered in each lecture. These
students will meet in room CS2 with Jane. B) You may work at your
own pace requesting assistance as needed. These students will meet in room CS3
with Justin. You
may move between the two groups as needed. METHOD
OF STUDENT EVALUATION: Homework
must be completed and turned in before an exam is taken.
The
required homework is (YOU MUST SHOW ALL OF YOUR WORK): 1) The odd
problems from the exercises for any
section covered in the particular chapter.
This includes the “To Think About” and “Cumulative Review”
problems. 2)
The odd problems in the “Review
Problems” section at the end of each chapter. 3) The entire Chapter
Test at the end of each chapter. If a homework set is turned in incomplete, 10%
will be deducted from the grade for each
section that is not complete. This
means that if three sections are not completed, then 30% will be deducted from
the grade for that chapter. Examinations
are given at the end of each module. If the student does
not receive a score of at least 70% on a test, he or she will be asked to take
another test after corrective action.
If a student does need to take a second test, the highest score possible
for that chapter is 70%. The grade
on the unit test will be the grade in the module.
EACH MODULE RECEIVES A SEPARATE GRADE. Grades are based on the following scale: A
90% - 100% B
80 - 89% C
70 - 79% D
60 - 69% A
student must obtain 70% or higher before he or she may proceed to the next
module.
Page 3 In
order to receive credit for a Module, a student must register for it at the
office of Admissions and Records. This
must be done by Monday, March 4. If
you register for a module and then are unable to complete it, you must drop
the module by Monday,
March 11. If you do not drop the module, the instructor is required to
give you a grade. JANE’S
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday..............................................
3:30 – 4:30 (Room: A204)
Wednesday.........................................
3:30 – 4:30 (Room: G4-GMC)
Thursday.............................................
5:30 – 6:30 (Room: A204) TUTORING:
Tutoring is available in the Gateway Math Center (GMC) in Room G4 in
the portable buildings near the PE classrooms. CALCULATOR:
A calculator may be used in Module D. LEARNING DISABLED STUDENTS: If
you are in the Learning Disabled Program, please speak with one of the
instructors about your special needs. It
is also important that we speak with anyone for whom math has always been
extremely difficult. 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. OVER
Page 4 TIMELINE DATE SECTION TOPIC January 2
Orientation & Placement Test
Beginning of Module A (Chapters 1
& Section 7.5)
1.1
Understanding Whole Numbers 1.2
Addition of Whole Numbers
January 7
1.3
Subtraction of Whole Numbers
1.4
Multiplication of Whole Numbers 1.5
Division of Whole Numbers January 9
1.5
Division of Whole Numbers (con’t) 1.6
Exponents & Order of Operations 1.7
Rounding & Estimating
January 14
1.8
Applied Problems
REVIEW of CHAPTER 1 (Problems: Multiples of 3)
CHAPTER TEST for CHAPTER 1 (Do all problems) 7.5
Square Roots January 16
Beginning of Module B (Chapter 2) 2.1
Understanding Fractions
2.2
Simplifying Fractions
2.3
Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers
January 21
HOLIDAY
January 23
2.3
Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers (con’t)
2.4
Multiplication of Fractions & Mixed Numbers 2.5
Division of Fractions & Mixed Numbers
January 28
2.6
The Least Common Denominator & Building Up Fractions 2.7
Addition
& Subtraction of Fractions (omit #61) January 30
2.8
Combining Mixed Numbers & Order of Operations
2.9
Applied Problems Involving Fractions
REVIEW of CHAPTER 2 (Do odd problems)
CHAPTER TEST for CHAPTER 2 (Do all problems)
Page 5 February 4
Beginning of Module C (Chapter 3)
3.1
Decimal Notation 3.2
Comparing, Ordering & Rounding Decimals 3.3
Addition & Subtraction of Decimals February 6
3.3
Addition & Subtraction of Decimals (con’t) 3.4
Multiplication of Decimals 3.5
Division of Decimals
February 11
3.6
Converting Fractions to Decimals, & Order of Operations 3.7
Estimating
& Applied Problems involving Decimals
REVIEW of CHAPTER 3 (Do odd problems)
CHAPTER TEST for CHAPTER 3 (Do all problems) February 13
Beginning of Module D (Chapter 5
& Section 8.1)
BRING A CALCULATOR 4.2
The Concept of Proportion (No
homework from this section) 4.3
Solving Proportions
(No homework from this section)
5.1
Understanding Percent
February 18
HOLIDAY February
20
5.2
Changing Between Percents, Decimals & Fractions
5.3A
Solving Percent Problems Using an Equation
5.3B
Solving Percent Problems Using a Proportion
February 25
5.3B
Solving Percent Problems Using a Proportion (con’t) 5.4
Solving Applied Percent Problems February 27
5.5
Solving Commission, % of Increase, & Interest Problems
8.1
Circle Graphs
REVIEW of CHAPTER 5 (Do odd problems)
CHAPTER TEST for CHAPTER 5 (Do all problems) OVER
Page 6 MARCH 4
LAST DAY TO ADD A MODULE March 4
9.1
Addition of Signed Numbers
9.2
Subtraction of Signed Numbers March 6
9.3
Multiplication & Division of Signed Numbers
9.4
Order of Operations with Signed Numbers
REVIEW of SECTIONS 9.1 – 9.4 (Problems #1 – 55 odd)
CHAPTER TEST for SECTIONS 9.1 – 9.4 (Prob. #1 – 30 all)
MARCH 11
LAST DAY TO DROP A MODULE March 11
10.1
Variables & Like Terms
10.2
The Distributive Property March
13
10.3
Solving Equations Using Addition
10.4
Solving Equations Using Division or Multiplication 10.5
Solving Equations Using Two Properties
REVIEW of SECTIONS 10.1 – 10.5 (Problems #1 – 47 odd)
CHAPTER TEST - SECTIONS 10.1 – 10.5 (Prob. #1 – 16 all)
March 18
6:00 - 8:00
This time is used for taking Chapter Tests. |