INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA
Math
154-1 & 185-1
Spring, 2004
Mon.,
Wed. & Fri.
11:00 - 12:25
Room:
A211
4 units & 1 unit
INSTRUCTOR:
Jane Ellis
PHONE
NUMBER:
541-4660, Extension 247
E-MAIL:
ELLIS@LTCC.EDU
REQUIRED
TEXT:
Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
By Mark Dugopolski
RECOMMENDED TEXT: Student Solution
Manual
Prepared by Mark Dugopolski
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
MATH 154:
Welcome to the third class in the algebra sequence here at LTCC.
In this course, you will use many skills that you learned in Math
152A/B (Beginning Algebra). We will
continue our study of functions and quadratic equations including systems of
quadratic equations. New topics
will include inverses of functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic
sections, and sequences and series.
MATH 185:
This course is taken in conjunction with Math 154. This
“class” gives us an extra hour each week so that we can take time to go over
the concepts more carefully and thoroughly. Students who are nervous about math and/or find math
difficult to master will find this class specially designed just for them.
THESE TWO CLASSES MUST BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY.
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CALCULATOR:
You will need a scientific calculator for this course.
It should have a ln key, a log key and an exponent key.
Graphing calculators are not allowed.
JANE’S
COMMITMENT TO THIS CLASS:
·
I
will check the earlier part of my day at the door when I enter the classroom,
and I will give this class 100% of my attention while we are meeting.
·
I
will come to class well prepared.
·
I
will be here on time.
·
I
will listen and seek to understand what is being said.
·
I
will not shortchange the students in this class by setting low standards.
·
I
will put 100% of my effort into being the best possible teacher for the students
in this class.
PREREQUISITE:
A grade of C or better in Math 152B or equivalent, or satisfactory score
on Mathematics Assessment Test.
GRADING
POLICY:
MATH 154:
Method
of Student Evaluation
Homework
80 points
Exam #1: Sections 10.3-10.5, 11.1-11.4
100 points
Exam #2: Sections 12.1-12.4, 8.3, 13.2, 13.3
100 points
Exam #3: Sections 13.1, 13.4, 13.5, 14.1-14.5
100 points
Quizzes* (Three at 20 points each)
60 points
Final (Covers entire course content)
150 points
*If
you spend at least one hour a week (for a total of at least 10 hours) in the
Gateway Math Center (room G4), you may add 6 points to your lowest quiz score.
Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the 590
possible points.
A
90-100%
B
80-89%
C
70-79%
D
60-69%
F
less than 60%
Make-up Policy: For
quizzes there is no make-up, however
if the absence is excused, you will receive the same percentage grade on the
quiz as you earn on the exam, which covers the same material.
For Chapter Exams and the Final, make-up is possible, but there is a 10%
penalty if the absence is not excused. Homework
which is late will have a penalty of 2 points for class meeting that it is late.
LEARNING DISABILITIES:
If you have a learning disability, be sure to discuss your special needs
with Jane. Learning disabilities
will be accommodated.
REGISTRATION:
Ø
You must register for this class at the
Office of Admissions and Records.
Ø
The last day to drop the class with no
record is Friday, October 15.
Ø
The last day to drop the class for a
"W" grade is Friday, November 19.
Ø
After November 19, if you are enrolled
you will receive some kind of grade.
In
this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid a
grade.
MATH 185:
Method of Student Evaluation
The
grade will be either Credit or No Credit.
The
grade will be based on one of the following:
1) JOURNAL: Turning in a journal part way through the quarter.
In the journal, you will be asked to write about your feelings and
progress (or struggles) with:
(a) Study Skills
(b) Anxiety issues centered on math
(c) Any other topics
that you would like to write about that are related to math or school. i.e.
Summarize the key ideas from each lecture.
The
journal must be the equivalent of at least 4 typed double spaced pages.
2) NOTEBOOK: Keep a notebook for this course which contains the
following:
Ø
Notes
from each class meeting
Ø
Handouts
from the class
Ø
Homework
which has been turned in and graded
Ø
Additional
homework that you have done
Ø
Tests
& Quizzes
THE
NOTEBOOK OR JOURNAL WILL BE DUE: Friday, November 5
OFFICE
HOURS:
Monday & Wednesday.................
12:30 – 1:30 (A204)
Tuesday & Thursday.......................
3:00 – 4:00 (A204)
Thursday......................................... 6:00 – 7:00 (A204)
OVER
TUTORING:
Tutoring is available in the Gateway Math Center in Room G4 in the
portable buildings near the LAC and the Photography Lab.
Tutoring schedules will be distributed to you in class.
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.
10) Take notes.
11) Study in groups and find a study buddy.
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 information.
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.
SCHEDULE
Date Section
Topic
Sept. 20..........
Introductions, Discussion of Syllabus
10.3
Quadratic
Functions and Their Graphs
Sept. 22......
10.4
More About Quadratic Equations
Sept. 24......
10.5
Quadratic and Rational Inequalities
Turn in Homework #1 (Section 10.3)
Sept. 27..........
Finish Chapter 10 (Handout)
Sept. 29......
11.1
Graphs of Functions & Relations
Oct. 1.........
11.2
Transformations of Graphs
Quiz #1 (Sections 10.3 – 10.5)
Turn in Homework #2 (Sections 10.4 & 10.5)
Oct. 4.........
11.3
Combining Functions
Oct. 6.........
11.4
Inverse Functions
Oct. 8.........
11.4
Inverse Functions (con’t)
Turn in Homework #3 (Sections 11.1, 11.2 & 11.3)
Oct. 11
Review for Exam #1
Oct. 13
Exam #1 (Sections 10.3 -10.5 &
11.1 – 11.4)
Oct. 15.......
12.1
Exponential Functions & Their Applications
Turn in Homework #4 (Section 11.4)
Oct. 18.......
12.2
Logarithmic Functions & Their Applications
Oct. 20.......
12.3
Properties of Logarithms
Oct. 22.......
12.4
Solving Equations & Applications
Turn in Homework #5 (Sections 12.1 & 12.2)
Oct. 24...........
Summary of Exponential & Logarithmic Equations
Oct. 26.......
8.3
Solving Linear Equations in Three Variables
Oct. 28.......
13.3
The Circle
Quiz #2 (Sections 12.1 – 12.4)
Turn in Homework #6 (Sections 12.3
& 12.4)
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Schedule Revised
Date
Section
Topic
Nov. 1............
13.2
The Parabola
Nov. 3
Review for Exam #2
Nov. 5
Exam #2 (Sections 12.1 – 12.4, 8.3, 13.2, 13.3)
Turn in Homework #7 (Sections 8.3, 13.2 & 13.3)
Nov. 8........
13.4
The Ellipse and The Hyperbola
Nov. 10......
13.5
Second-Degree Inequalities
Nov. 12......
13.1
Nonlinear Systems of Equations
Nov. 15......
14.1
Sequences
Nov. 17......
14.2
Series
Quiz #3 (Sections 13.1, 13.4,
& 13.5)
Nov. 19......
14.3
Arithmetic Sequences and Series
Turn in Homework #8 (Sections 13.4, 13.5 & 13.1)
Nov. 22.......... Review
for Final Exam
Nov. 24......
14.4
Geometric Sequences & Series
Turn in Homework #9 (Sections 14.1, 14.2 & 14.3)
Nov. 26..........
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Nov. 29
Review for Exam #3
Dec. 1
Exam #3 (Sections 13.1, 13.4, 13.5
& 14.1 – 14.5)
Turn in Homework #10 (Section 14.4)
Dec. 3
Review for Final Exam, Questions on Exam #3
Dec. 6
Cumulative Final Exam (10:00 – 11:50)