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MAT 103A1 College Algebra Part I Fall 1999
Instructor: Bruce Armbrust, phone: 541-4660 ext. 314, email: armbrust@ltcc.edu
Office Hours: Room A210, MWF 9:00-10:00 AM, TTh 2:00-3:00 PM, and by appointment
Class Time and Location: MW, 2:00-3:50 PM, E106
Textbook: College Algebra and Trigonometry with Graphing Technology, David Stevens
Calculator: A graphing calculator is required for this class. I will be demonstrating with the Texas Instruments-85. I will do my best to assist with other models, but I promise nothing.
Course Description: MAT 103A is an in-depth study of functions. We will study linear, quadratic, and other rational functions. We will analyze both their algebraic and geometric properties. Special emphasis will be placed on application problems and the use of calculators.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 153 and a C or better in Math 154 within the last 2 years, or a satisfactory score on the Mathematics Assessment Exam.
Course Grade: Your final letter grade will be based on the usual grading scale: A 90-100%, B 80-89%, C 70-79%, D 60-69%, F 0-59% The following items will make up the course grade: Homework: 150 points Quizes: 150 points Exam1 (October 13): 150 points Exam2 (November 10): 150 points Final Exam (December 8): 300 points
Homework: Homework will be due the class period after it is assigned. Homework not turned in at this time will be considered late. You may turn in the homework up to one week after it is assigned for half credit.
Quizes: There will be a quiz given every week in which there is no exam (7 total). Your lowest quiz score will be dropped. Since one score will be dropped, you may not make up a missed quiz.
Exams: Students are to bring a calculator, pencil, and blank scratch paper to each exam. If you cannot make it to an exam (final not included), you may take it up to 2 school days prior to the scheduled date. Exams may only be made up with a valid medical excuse.
Registration Information: You must register for this class at the Office of Admissions and Records. You may drop the class with no penalty or mark on your record on or before October 15. After October 15, you may drop the class and receive a grade of W until November 19. After November 19, if you are still enrolled, you will receive a grade of A,B,C,D,F or I.
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