Text: College Algebra Essentials, 4th Edition, by Bob Blitzer.
We cover topics from Chapters 1 – 4.
Software: Math XL: Homework and quizzes are posted on Math XL.
Course Description: Topics include techniques for solving equations and inequalities, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs, the rational root and factor theorems, and the binomial theorem.
Prerequisite: A “C” or better in Intermediate Algebra (MAT 1033).
Homework: The homework problems assigned on MathXL are very similar to the text problems. Work these problems; consult the answer only after completing the problem. Work extra problems as necessary to solidify your understanding, enabling you to perform better on quizzes and tests.
Quizzes: Quizzes will be posted every week on MathXL and will cover recent homework problems. In order to take the quiz you have to complete 50% of the assigned homework. There will be no makeups for quizzes missed. If you miss a quiz for any reason, you will be given a zero. Your lowest quiz grade will be dropped.
Tests & Final: There will be three tests plus a final exam. The final exam is a comprehensive exam. Practice tests, test topics covered and materials allowed for the test will be posted on Angel. You are expected to take all tests on test day. Without other arrangements with the instructor, a zero will be the score of tests not taken. In cases of documented emergencies you will be allowed to take a makeup test.
Office Hours: My office hours are posted on W-213 and on Angel. If these hours conflict with your schedule, please email me for an appointment (either virtual or on-campus).
Calculators: Everyone is required to use a graphing calculator. (Algebraic manipulators are not allowed.) A TI-84, TI-83 or TI-83plus is best. All classroom demonstrations will use a TI-83plus. The TI-Nspire without CAS is acceptable as well. (TI-89, TI-92, TI-Nspire with CAS, Voyage 200 and HP-48G are prohibited. If it is not one of the recommended calculators, then you must have it approved before testing.) Cell phones and/or PDAs may not be used as a calculator and should be turned off while in the classrooms, Assessment Center and ASC labs.
Grading: 20% Quizzes; 20% each of the three tests; 20% Final Exam.
Final grades in the course will be based on the following percentages of total points:
A: 90% to 100%, B: 80% to 90%, C: 70% to 80%, D: 60% to 70%; F:below 60%
No extra credit will be given.
I – An incomplete can be given if your grade is at least a “C” and for some good reason you are unable to complete the course.
W – If you withdraw from the course, you must do this on or before Thursday, November 7 , 2013.
REMEMBER: In order to get credit for the Math Requirements, you must earn a “C” or better.
Cell Phones: We will abide by the cell phone policy set by IRSC.
“The use of cell phones is prohibited during class at IRSC. All cell phones must be set on silent or off during the class period. Any student who uses a cell phone to make or answer a call, or send and read text messages or emails, other than IRSC emergency messages during class time, may be asked to leave and may be considered absent for that class. No student has the right to disturb the teaching and learning process.”
Attendance: You are expected to be in class every day. Any information given during class time is your responsibility to get (including lecture material, changes to test dates, etc.).
Cheating/plagiarism: You will receive a grade of zero and/or will be taken before the Academic Review Board for possible dismissal from school.
Extra Help: The ASC Lab (Academic Support Center) is available to you Monday – Friday and on Saturday. In this lab you may receive FREE tutoring and you may use the textbook, MathXL, solution guide, and video DVD’s for the textbook.
Students with Disabilities: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, students requiring special accommodation(s) due to a disability must register with Educational Services Division / Student Disability Services office in order to receive eligible services. These offices are located in W-143 on the main campus or you may call Rhoda Brant at (772) 462-7782 or Terry Valencia at (772) 462-7808. Students with documented disabilities may also be eligible for additional academic services through Student Support Services (SSS) located in J-101 on the main campus.
Learning Outcomes of Course (MAC 1105):
1. Apply critical thinking through problem solving.
Objectives of Course (MAC 1105):
1. Develop the concept of a complex number.
2. Review and extend techniques of solving equations and inequalities.
3. Develop the techniques for solving and graphing equations of degree three or more.
4. Develop the techniques for solving systems of equations.
5. Develop the concept of a function.
6. Develop the concept of an inverse function.
7. Use the concept of a transformation to graph equations.
8. Develop the techniques for graphing rational functions.
9. Evaluate, solve and graph exponential and logarithmic functions and equations.