MATH 97 – Beginning Algebra



MATH 98 – Beginning Algebra IIInstructor: Alec McDougallOffice: F-211Office Hour: 8:30 dailyPhone: 416-7791 (school) E-mail: alec.mcdougall@skagit.edu Term: Fall Quarter, 2010Class Time/Place: 8:30 or 9:30 in L (Lewis) 065If you are a student with a disability, please contact Disabled Student Services in the Counseling Center to arrange accommodations. Telephone: 416-7654Text: Beginning & Intermediate Algebra, 4th Edition, K. Elayn Martin-GayCourse Prerequisites: Basic Mathematics (Math 97) with a grade of “C: or better or appropriate placement score.Equipment: One human brain, standard model will do – used is better, along with either a scientific calculator or a TI-83 graphing calculator – in the event you wish to pursue further mathematics at SVC.Course Objectives:After completing this course you will be able to:Perform basic operations with polynomialsFactor polynomialsSolve quadratic equations by factoringPerform basic operations with rational expressionsSolve rational equationsSolve applications using rational expressionsUse function notationUse function notation to perform the algebra of functionsConstruct composite functionsSolve problems involving direct, inverse, joint and combined variationSolve compound inequalities containing and/orSolve absolute value inequalitiesSolve applications relevant to course contentSolve a system of linear equationsApply alternative mathematical techniques, from a historical perspective, where appropriateUnderstand how mathematics is used in other fields and occupationsUnderstand the use of mathematics cross-culturallyFederated Learning Community: This course is offered as a standalone course Math 098 or as Math 098C, a federated learning community, with CSS 100 (Math Success Skills). In the federated learning community, students will be able to acquire the skills specifically needed to read a mathematics textbook and take exams and will be able to apply the strategies learned from CSS 100 to help them succeed and understand the concepts in their math course. Student attendance and progress in math will be shared with the CSS 100 instructorCourse Content: Chapters 5, 6, 7 and 8 (and maybe a look at 14!)Assignments: The standing assignment will be every fourth exercise in each section as we cover them – that is 1, 5, 9, 13, 17 and so on – all odd so you can check your answers and work. Assignments will NOT be collected but are intended to help you master the daily concepts by practicing related problems. The key to understanding and mastering the work of this course is the homework from each section. Allow yourself time on a daily basis to work on the problems. You must stay current to understand the next topic. Working with your colleagues is highly recommended. I will start each class session by answering questions from the problems associated with the previous section(s). And a final note here, DO ASK QUESTIONS; if there are things you don’t understand, make me explain! The only truly dumb question is the one that doesn’t get asked, because I can’t answer that one, and your colleagues will appreciate you asking questions for the discussions will help them, too.Quizzes/Exams:There will be 5 quizzes worth 50 points each. NO MAKEUPS WILL BE GIVEN FOR QUIZZES – If you must be absent when a quiz is given, let me know so we can try to schedule a ‘quiz-in-advance.’ Your worst quiz score will be tossed. All quizzes must be neatly done with a PENCIL with as much supporting evidence for answers as is possible – I WANT TO KNOW HOW YOU GOT YOUR ANSWERS!A 100-point Final Exam will be given at the scheduled Finals time.Grading:Grades will be based on percentages calculated from total points from the quizzes and the Final Exam.The following grading scale will be used:93 – 100 – A87 – 89 – B+76 – 79 – C+60 – 65 – D90 – 92 – A -83 – 86 – B 70 – 75 – C < 60 – E80 – 82 – B - 66 – 69 – C-Academic Honor Code ?All students of Skagit Valley College are responsible for knowing and adhering to the Academic Honor Code of this institution found at . Violations of this code include: cheating, plagiarism, aid of academic dishonesty, fabrication, lying, bribery, and threatening behavior. All incidents of academic misconduct are reported to the student conduct officer. Students found to be in violation of the Academic Honor Code are subject to academic consequences up to and including failure of the course. Students may also be subject to college disciplinary sanctions up to and including expulsion from the College.”Schedule of Events: (Tentative, but it probably won’t change!)September 20 - Introductions, Sect. 5.1 Exponents21 – Sect. 5.2 Polynomial Functions and Adding Subtracting Polynomials22 – Sect. 5.3 Multiplying Polynomials23 – Sect. 5.4 Special Products24 – Sect. 5.5 Negative Exponents and Scientific Notation27 – Sect. 5.6 Division of Polynomials28 – Sect. 5.7 Synthetic Division and the Remainder Theorem29 – Loose Ends30 – Review Chapter #5October 1 – Quiz on Chapter #54 – Sect. 6.1 The Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by Grouping5 – Sect. 6.2 Factoring Trinomials of the Form 6 – Sect. 6.3 Factoring Trinomials of the Form 7 – Sect. 6.3 More Practice8 – Sect. 6.4 Factoring by Grouping11 – Sect. 6.5 Factoring Binomials12 – Sect. 6.6 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring13 – Sect. 6.7 Quadratic Equations and Problem Solving14 – Loose Ends15 – Review Chapter #618 – Quiz on Chapter #619 – Sect. 7.1 Rational Functions and Simplifying Rational Expressions20 – Sect. 7.2 Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions21 – Sect. 7.3 Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions with Common Denominators and Least Common Denominator22 – Sect. 7.4 Adding and Subtracting Rations Expressions with Unlike Denominators25 – Sect. 7.4 More Practice26 – Sect. 7.5 Solving Equations Containing Rations Expressions27 – Sect. 7.5 More Practice28 – Sect. 7.6 Proportion and Problem Solving with Rational Equations29 – Sect. 7.6 More PracticeNovember 1 – Sect. 7.7 Simplifying Complex Fractions2 – More Practice on 7.7 3 – Loose Ends4 – Review Chapter #75 – Quiz on Chapter #78 – Sect. 8.1 Graphing and Writing Linear Functions9 – Sect. 8.2 Graphing Nonlinear Functions10 – More Section 8.211 – Veteran’s Day – No School – Thank a Veteran!!12 – Sect. 8.3 Graphing Piece-Wise Defined Functions, Shifting, Reflecting15 – Sect. 8.4 Variation and Problem Solving16 – More Section 8.417 – Loose Ends.18 – Review on Chapter #819 – Quiz on Chapter #822 – Sect. 14.1 Sequences23– Sect. 14.2 Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences24 – Sect. 14.2 More A and G Sequences25 – Thanksgiving Day – Pig Out!!26 – Recover from Pigging Out!!29 – Sect. 14.3 Series 30 – Sect. 14.4 Partial Sums of Arithmetic and Geometric SequencesDecember 1 – Chapter #14 Worksheet – 25 problems – 50 points – Due Friday the 4th2 – Review for Final3 – Review for Final6 – 7:30 Final7 – 8:30 Final – Two Hours8 – 9:30 Final – Two Hours ................
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