Beginning Algebra Math 0303 Course Syllabus: Spring 2014

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Beginning Algebra Math 0303 Course Syllabus: Spring 2014 Northeast Texas Community College exists to provide responsible, exemplary learning opportunities.

1 Beginning Algebra Math 0303 Course Syllabus: Spring 2014 Northeast Texas Community College exists to provide responsible, exemplary learning opportunities. Jerry Stoermer Office: Math /Science 104 Phone: Office Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Online 30 min after 30 min after classes classes The information contained in this syllabus is subject to change without notice. Students are expected to be aware of any additional course policies presented by the instructor during the course. Catalog Course Description (include prerequisites): This course is designed for those students who have had no previous algebra in high school or for those in need of a review of basic algebra. No college credit is awarded for this course. Content includes a study of real numbers, equations and inequalities, graphs of linear equations, exponents and polynomials, factoring and rational expressions, literal equations and practical word problems. Prerequisite: MATH 0301 or its equivalent Required Textbook(s): Lial, Hornsby and McGinnis, Introductory and Intermediate Algebra, 5th Edition, Publisher: Pearson Addison Wesley Publishing, Boston, MA, ISBN Number: Recommended Reading(s): None Student Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform operations with real numbers. 2. Solve linear equations, inequalities and application problems using the addition and multiplication principles. 3. Become familiar with the basic terminology of the rectangular coordinate system and to graph linear equations in two variables. 4. Become proficient with the terms, properties, and operations of polynomials. 5. Factor a variety of expressions including greatest common factor, trinomials, difference of squares and perfect square trinomials. Exemplary Educational Objectives: The student will be able to:

2 1. Perform operations with real numbers. 2. Become proficient with the terms, properties, and operations of polynomials. 3. Solve linear equations and inequalities using the addition and multiplication principles. 4. Solve applications using linear and inequality equations. 5. Become familiar with the basic terminology of the rectangular coordinate system and to graph linear equations in two variables. 6. Apply the patterns of factoring, including the greatest common factor, the difference of two squares, and general trinomials, to writing expressions in product form and solving quadratic equations. 7. Perform the arithmetic operations on rational algebraic expressions (restricting addition/subtraction to like denominators). SCANS Skills: Lectures & Discussions: Lectures are interlaced with student practice. Cooperative learning is desired. Evaluation/Grading Policy: While this is a non-credit course, a traditional grading system will be used, and this grade will appear on the student s transcript. Successful completion of the course will require a final average of "C" or better. Tests/Exams: There will be four exams and a comprehensive final. Students are expected to take an exam when it is scheduled. Should an emergency arise on the day of the exam, the student should notify the instructor as soon as possible to make arrangements for a make-up exam. Late exams will be assessed a 20 to 50 point penalty. No exams may be taken after 2 weeks. If you fail either of the first two exams, they may be re-taken once to achieve a passing score. Homework will be assigned from the textbook every class period. It is due at the start of the next class period. Homework later than 2 week will not be accepted. Quizzes will be given occasionally to help reinforce learning and test taking skills. Quiz grades will be integrated with the homework assignment. If you are absent for any reason, it is your responsibility to obtain the assignment and have them ready at the next class period. The Academic Skills Center has tutors available to help you with your math. If you want to be successful in this class, it is absolutely essential that you do your homework. Working on the study plan and taking the practice tests are essential. You will find that they will be very helpful in preparing for the exams GRADING SYSTEM Homework 10 % A = Attendance 10 % B = Participation 10 % C = Exams 40 % F = Below 70 Final Exam 30 % NC = 60-69, but the student has put forth effort during the semester NOTE: Grading system subject to change if in the best interest of the class.

3 RE-TESTING POLICY If THEA or Accuplacer is retaken before the student completes a developmental course, the resulting score will determine placement in subsequent courses. It is the student s responsibility to take the score to the instructor of the class. That instructor will give the student a grade of CR on the final grade sheet, and the student will no longer be required to attend that class for the rest of the semester. Assignments: Review: R2 Summary Exercise p23 Chapter 1 The Real Number System 1.1. Exponents, Order of Operations and Inequality 1.2 Variables, Expressions and Equations 1.3 Real Numbers and the Number Line 1.4 Adding Real Numbers 1.5 Subtracting Real Numbers 1.6 Multiplying and Dividing Real Numbers 1.7 Properties of Real Numbers (Distributive Property only) 1.8 Simplifying Expressions Test 1 Chapter 2 Equations, Inequalities, and Applications 2.1 The Addition Property of Equality 2.2 The Multiplication Property of Equality 2.3 More on Solving Linear Equations 2.4 An introduction to Applications of Linear Equations 2.5 Formulas and Applications from Geometry 2.6 Ratio, Proportion and Percent 2.7 Solving Linear Inequalities Test 2 Chapter 3 Graphs of Linear Equations and Inequalities; Functions 3.1 Reading Graphs: Linear Equations in Two Variables 3.2 Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables 3.3 Slope Chapter 5 Exponents and Polynomials 5.1. Adding and Subtracting Polynomials 5.2. The Product Rule and Power Rules for Exponents 5.3. Multiplying Polynomials 5.4. Special Products 5.5 Review Quotient Rule 5.6 Dividing Poly by monomial 5.8 Scientific Notation Test 3 Chapter 6 Factoring and Applications 6.1 Factors: The Greatest Common Factor 6.2 Factoring Trinomials (Diamond Method) 6.5 Special Factoring Techniques 6.7 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring Test 4

4 Other Course Requirements: Student Responsibilities/Expectations: Students are expected to conduct themselves in a mature and respectful manner toward the instructor as well as other students. An orderly and cooperative classroom environment is essential for optimum learning to take place. Students are expected to maintain honesty in all of their educational endeavors. (See NTCC Student Handbook and college catalog.) Inappropriate behavior will result in loss of participation points and/or dismissal from the class. NTCC Academic Honesty Statement: "Students are expected to complete course work in an honest manner, using their intellects and resources designated as allowable by the course instructor. Students are responsible for addressing questions about allowable resources with the course instructor. NTCC upholds the highest standards of academic integrity. This course will follow the NTCC Academic Honesty policy stated in the Student Handbook." Academic Ethics The college expects all students to engage in academic pursuits in a manner that is beyond reproach. Students are expected to maintain complete honesty and integrity in their academic pursuit. Academic dishonesty such as cheating, plagiarism, and collusion is unacceptable and may result in disciplinary action. Refer to the student handbook for more information on this subject. ADA Statement: It is the policy of NTCC to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals who are students with disabilities. This College will adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations as required to afford equal educational opportunity. It is the student s responsibility to arrange an appointment with a College counselor to obtain a Request for Accommodations form. For more information, please refer to the NTCC Catalog or Student Handbook. Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act (Ferpa): The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children s educational records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are considered eligible students. In essence, a parent has no legal right to obtain information concerning the child s college records without the written consent of the student. In compliance with FERPA, information classified as directory information may be released to the general public without the written consent of the student unless the student makes a request in writing. Directory information is defined as: the student s name, permanent address and/or local address, telephone listing, dates of attendance, most recent previous education institution attended, other information including major, field of study, degrees, awards received, and participation in officially recognized activities/sports. Other Course Policies: Regular and punctual attendance at all scheduled classes is expected. Attendance is necessary for successful completion of course work. If a student is absent, it is his/her responsibility for initiating

5 procedures for make-up work. Each absence lowers your attendance grade by 10 points. Each tardy lowers your attendance grade by 5 points. There are no "excused" absences for this course. ***IMPORTANT: Students who miss more than 7 classes and a test for any reason will be placed on my failing list.

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