BASIC ALGEBRA (Part II)
Math 152B-3
Spring 2010 4 units
INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Littell
PHONE NUMBER: 541-4660, Extension 447 (voicemail only)
E-MAIL: littell@ltcc.edu
MEETING TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday; 1-2:50p
MEETING PLACE: Room A206
REQUIRED TEXT: Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, 4th Ed, by Elayn Martin-Gay
Class webpage to log in: http://www.coursecompass.com
Course Id for Homework: littell29492
Course Description: This course is a continuation of Math 152A I will present factoring, rational expressions, first degree equations and inequalities with absolute value, solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, radicals, rational exponents and their equations, and solving quadratic equations. This course will connect math with the “real” world. It is my desire to reduce math anxiety and build self-confidence in every student by the end of this class.
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Math 152A or equivalent or appropriate skills demonstrated through the Math Assessment process.
Students with disabilities must identify themselves to me within the first two weeks of class.
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities: Students requiring accommodations for a certain disability that may affect class performance are requested to schedule with a staff member at the DRC to discuss this during the first week of the quarter so that appropriate arrangements can be made. They only test and accept new students into the program during the first two weeks of each quarter, so don’t put it off.
The Math Success Center (in A201) has free tutoring for all registered students. Please Log In and Out so that the facility gets the funds it needs.
As a Courtesy to everyone in class, please turn off your cell phones. Thank you.
How to succeed in a Math class:
1. Come to every class meeting.
2. Arrive early, be prepared, and take notes.
3. Ask questions, especially if you don’t understand a concept.
4. Do more than just the homework problems.
5. Take advantage of the free tutoring service in the GMC and my hours as your tutor.
6. Study in groups and do your homework with a classmate.
7. Start preparing for exams at least one week in advance.
8. Do some math every day.
Dropping: In this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid an unwanted grade. The Drop Schedule is posted on the back cover of the Spring Quarter Schedule.
Student Outcomes
The successful student will:
1. Exhibit a proficiency in the topics covered in the course;
2. Engage in logical and critical thinking;
3. Read technical and graphical information; and
4. Demonstrate the solution to problems by translating written language into
mathematical statements, interpreting information, sketching relevant diagrams,
analyzing given information, formulating appropriate math statements, and
checking and verifying results.
Grading: Your class letter grade will be based on the usual grading scale:
A: 90% and above, B: 80-89%, C: 70-79%, D: 60-69%, F: 59% and under
Homework 200 points
Quizzes 100 points
3 Midterm Exams 450 points
Comprehensive Final Exam: 250 points
Total 1000 points
Homework: All Homework assignments are online.
The Due Date is the last day of lecture. However, if you want credit for any
extra credit work done for the
Midterms or Final, all relevant assignments must be completed with at least a
70%.
Quizzes: All Quizzes are online and are
considered assignments towards the Midterms and Final. The Due Date is the last
day of lecture, but extra credit work
will not be considered if the appropriated quizzes have not been completed with
a 70% or better.
Midterm Exams: Midterms are to be taken on the date scheduled unless you have a medical emergency. In such an event, please notify me as soon as possible to make arrangements. If you are unable to take the exams at the scheduled time, you will need to email me a request stating why you need to take the exam early. Late tests will receive a 10% point reduction per class meeting.
Calculators are not allowed during testing. Please practice the homework without them.
Academic Integrity:
Homework may be done in groups with other students or with the help of the instructor or tutors, but each student must turn in their own work. Quizzes and Exams must be done by the student alone. Any Student who violates this rule will receive a zero on the Quiz or Exam. A second offense will result in withdrawal, failing the course, or academic expulsion.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Date Section Topic
Apr. 6
Introductions, Syllabus
6.1
GCF and Grouping
6.2
Factoring when a = 1
Apr. 8 6.3 Special Products
6.4
Factoring Ax2 + Bx + C, a
1.
Apr. 13 6.5 Factoring Binomials
6.6 Factoring Quadratics
Apr. 15
6.7
Solving Quadratic Equations and Problems
7.1 Rational Functions and Simplifying
Apr. 20
7.2
Multiply and Divide Rational Expressions
7.3 Addition & Subtraction of Rational Expressions.
Apr. 22
7.4
...with unlike denominators
7.5 Solving Equations with Rational Expressions
Apr. 27
7.6
Applications of Ratios & Proportions.
7.7
Complex Fractions
Review for Midterm #1
Apr. 29 Midterm #1
May 4 8.4 Variation
4.1 Systems by Graphing
May 6 4.2 Systems by Substitution
4.3 Systems by Addition
May 11
9.2
Absolute Value Equations
9.3 Absolute Value Inequalities
May 13 10.1
Radicals
10.2
Rational Exponents
May 18 10.2 Rational Exponents
Review for Midterm #2
May 20 Midterm #2
10.5
Rationalizing
Jun. 3 10.7 Complex Numbers
Jun. 8 11.1 Completing the Square
Review for Midterm #3
Jun. 15 Midterm #3
Jun. 17 Review for Final
Jun. 22 FINAL EXAM--Comprehensive