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BASIC ALGEBRA (Part I)
Beginalg/m183sylp2
Math 152A1 & 183 Spring, 2000
Mon., Wed. & Fri. 11:00 - 12:25
Room E106 4 units & 1 unit
INSTRUCTOR: Jane Ellis
PHONE NUMBER: 541-4660, Extension 247
E-MAIL: ELLIS@ltcc.edu
REQUIRED TEXT: Algebra for College Student
by Daniel Auvil.
RECOMMENDED TEXT: Student Solution Manual Guide to Accompany Advil:
Algebra for the College Student
COURSE DESCRIPTION: MATH 152A:
Welcome to your first algebra class here at LTCC. In this course will study the basic concepts of algebra. These topics might sound more like Greek right now, but don't worry; they will make sense as we proceed through the class. Topics covered include the real numbers and their properties, solving linear equations and inequalities, the four basic operations with polynomials, graphing linear functions and inequalities in two variables, properties of exponents and an introduction to functions.
MATH 183:
This course is taken in conjunction with Math 152A. This "class" gives us an extra hour each week so that we can take time to go over the concepts more carefully and thoroughly. The class is specially designed for students who are nervous about math and/or find math difficult to master.
THESE TWO CLASSES MUST BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in Math 181 or equivalent, or satisfactory score on Mathematics Assessment Test.
GRADING POLICY: MATH 152A:
Method of Student Evaluation
Homework 70 points
Exam #1: Sections 1.1 - 2.1 & 2.3 100 points
Exam #2: Sections 2.4 - 3.3 100 points
Exam #3: Sections 3.4, 3.5, 4.7 & Chpt. 7 100 points
Quizzes (based on homework) 60 points
Final (Covers entire course content) 150 points
Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the 580 possible points.
A 90-100%
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
D 60-69%
F less than 60%
MAKE-UP POLICY: For quizzes there are no make-ups, 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 will not be accepted late, but one assignment is dropped.
LEARNING DISABILITIES: If you have a learning disability, be sure to discuss your special needs with Jane. Learning disabilities will be accommodated.
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday 1:30 - 2:30 (Room: A204)
Wednesday 1:30 - 2:30 (Room: G4)
Friday 10:00 - 11:00 (Room: A204)
TUTORING: Tutoring is available in the Gateway Math Center in Room G4 in the portable buildings near the PE classrooms. Tutoring hours are posted in your classroom.
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REGISTRATION:
1. You must register for this class at the Office of Admissions and Records.
2. The last day to drop the class with no record is Friday, April 28.
3. The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is Friday, June 2.
4. After June 2, if you are enrolled, you will receive one of the following grades: A B C D F or I (Incomplete, is only allowed in special cases).
In this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid a grade. You must go to the registrar by the above dates to avoid a grade from option three or four.
MATH 183:
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
The journal must be the equivalent of at least 4 typed single spaced pages.
2) REPORT: Read one chapter in one of the following books (or a book of your choosing with the instructor's approval) and write a summary of what you read which is a minimum of 2 typed single spaced pages.
READING LIST (On Reserve in LTCC Library)
1) "Overcoming Math Anxiety" by Sheila Tobias
2) "Overcoming Math Anxiety, Revised and Expanded" by Sheila Tobias
3) "Succeed with Math" by Sheila Tobias
4) "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey (on Business Shelf)
THE JOURNAL WILL BE DUE Monday, June 5.
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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.
SCHEDULE
Date Section Topic
April 3 1.1 Set Notation
April 5 1.1 & 1.2 Sets of Numbers, The Number Line, Absolute Value &
Inequalities
April 7 1.3 Properties of Real Numbers
April 10 1.4 & 1.5 Operations on Real Numbers
April 12 1.5 & 2.1 Exponents and the Order of Operations
April 14 2.1 Linear equations in One Variable Quiz #1 (Sections 1.1 - 1.4)
Turn in Homework #1 (Sections 1.1 - 1.3)
April 17 2.3 Word Problems (Number, Percent & Geometry Problems)
April 19 Review
April 21 Exam #1 (Sections 1.1 - 2.1, 2.3)
Turn in Homework #2 (Sections 1.4 - 2.1)
April 24 2.4 Word Problems (Money, Mixture & Motion Problems)
April 26 2.5 Linear Inequalities in One Variable
April 28 2.5 & 2.6 Compound Inequalities
Turn in Homework #3 (Sections 2.3 & 2.4)
May 1 2.7 Absolute Value Equations
May 3 3.1 Integer Exponents
May 5 Start 3.2 Rules for Exponents & Quiz #2 (Sections 2.4 - 2.7)
Turn in Homework #4 (Sections 2.5 - 2.7)
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Schedule (continued)
Date Section Topic
May 8 3.2 Rules for Exponents & Miscellaneous Word Problems
May 10 3.3 Scientific Notation
May 12 Review
May 15 Exam #2 (Sections 2.4 - 3.3)
Turn in Homework #5 (Sections 3.1 - 3.3)
May 17 3.4 Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
May 19 3.5 Multiplying Polynomials
May 22 4.7 Dividing Polynomials
May 24 7.1 Rectangular Coordinate System (Only pages 306 & 307)
7.2 Graphing Linear Equations
May 26 Finish 7.2 Turn in Homework #6 (Sections 3.4, 3.5 & 4.7)?
May 29 HOLIDAY (Memorial Day)
May 31 7.3 The Slope of a Line
June 2 7.4 Forms of a Linear Equation
June 5 7.5 Graphing Linear Inequalities & Journals are due
Quiz #3 (Sections 3.4, 3.5, 4.7, 7.1 & 7.2)
Turn in Homework #7 (Sections 7.1 - 7.3)
June 7 Review
June 9 Exam #3(Sections 3.4, 3.5, 4.7 & Chapter 7)
June 12 8.1 Defining Relations & Functions
June 14 8.2 Function Notation & Review
Turn in Homework #8 (Sections 7.4, 7.5 & 8.1)
June 16 No Class (this day is part of finals week), we can have a voluntary review session if people are interested in doing this.
June 19 Cumulative Final Exam (10:00 - 12:00)
MATH 152A ASSIGNMENTS
TEXT: "Algebra for College Students" by Daniel Auvil
INSTRUCTOR: JANE ELLIS
Each assignment is worth 10 points. Half of the points are for trying all of the odd problems that are assigned. The other half of the points are for doing the even number problems correctly.
SECTION PROBLEMS
1.1 Pages 8 - 10 #1 - 101 odd (omit #39, 41)
#2, 6, 22, 28, 48, 72, 98
1.2 Pages 17 - 19 #1 - 93 odd (omit #15, 17, 89)
#20, 22, 40, 48, 58, 76
1.3 Pages 24 - 26 #1 - 93 odd (omit #65, 67)
#12, 30, 32, 34, 60, 72
1.4 Pages 33 & 34 #1 - 107 odd (omit 59, 61, 63)
#2, 8, 16, 44, 58, 84, 102
1.5 Pages 38 - 40 #1 - 81 odd (omit #19, 21, 55 - 63)
#2, 14, 26, 48, 76
ALL QUIZ PROBLEMS WILL BE TAKEN DIRECTLY FROM
THE HOMEWORK.
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2.1 Pages 52 - 54 #1 - 81 odd
#16, 38, 42, 72
2.3 Pages 66 & 67 #1 - 15 odd, 21 - 41 odd
#12, 22, 32, 38
2.4 Page 72 # 1 - 18 all; (omit #15 & 16)
#2, 8, 14
2.5 Pages 80 & 81 #1 - 67 odd
#8, 26, 40, 58
2.6 Pages 85 & 86 #1 - 55 odd
#14, 30, 38, 46
2.7 Pages 92 & 93 #1, 3, 7, 13 - 31 odd, 65, 71, 75
#4, 20, 26
3.1 Pages 105 & 106 #1 - 51 odd, 57 - 81 odd, 87
#4, 20, 46, 62
3.2 Pages 110 & 111 #1 - 57 odd, 65, 67
#8, 14, 34, 36
3.3 Pages 115 & 116 #1 - 37 odd, 57 - 63 odd
#18, 36, 58, 60
3.4 Pages 121 - 123 #1 - 27 odd, 35 - 79 odd
#6, 38, 64, 74
3.5 Pages 129 & 130 #1 - 55 odd, 61, 63
#4, 20, 44, 56
4.7 Pages 205 & 206 #1 - 29 odd, 39, 47
#14, 20, 28
7.1 Pages 310 & 311 #1, 3, 7 - 17 odd, 51, 53, 63
#2, 4, 12, 14, 16
7.2 Pages 318 & 319 #1 - 51 odd
#22, 32, 34, 54
7.3 Page 324 & 325 #1 - 19 odd, 27 - 57 odd
#4, 14, 32, 40
7.4 Pages 333 & 334 #1- 49 odd (omit #41), 67
#4, 16, 28, 40
7.5 Page 339 #1 - 21 odd
#4, 10, 16, 20
8.1 Pages 358 - 360 #1 - 17 odd, 71, 73, 75, Handout
#2, 8, 16, 38, 40
8.2 Pages 367 - 369 #1, 3, 7, 9, 11a, 13a,
15a,b,c, 19 - 27 odd (do not find the domain), 77
Handout
#2, 4, 12a, c; 16a, c
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