Lake Tahoe Community College
MAT
154 Intermediate Algebra
M,
W
6:00 7:50 am
HSST7
Spring
2005
Instructor:
Janine Bouyssounouse
Office Info:
home: (530) 544-4119
e-mail: jcbouyss@yahoo.com
Course Description:
This course is a continuation of MAT 152B and is an introduction to the
definition of a function and its inverse, solving quadratic equations and
systems of equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and
series, and conic sections.
Required Text:
Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
by Mark Dugopolski
Calculator:
You will need a scientific
calculator for this course. It should have a log key and an exponent
key. Graphing calculators are not allowed.
Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 152B
with a grade of C or better or equivalent or appropriate skills
demonstrated through the math assessment process.
Student Outcomes
1) Exhibiting a proficiency in the topics covered in the course.
2) Engaging in logical and critical thinking.
3) Reading technical information.
4) Demonstrating 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.
Grading Scale:
A
90-100%
B
80-89%
C
70-79%
D
60-69%
F
Less than 60%
Tests: 40%
Quizzes:
20%
Homework:
15%
Final:
25%
Grades will be posted online at www.mygradebook.com.
Login IDs and passwords will be
distributed the first week of class.
Tests:
There will be at least 4 tests, usually occurring on Wednesdays.
Quizzes:
There will be at least 4 quizzes, usually occurring on Wednesdays. There
will be no make-ups for quizzes. The lowest quiz grade will be dropped.
Make-Up Policy: There
are no make-ups for quizzes; however one quiz will be dropped. Make-ups for
tests may have a 10% penalty if taken after the actual test date. Students must
contact the instructor in advance to arrange to take the make-up test.
Homework:
Homework will be collected on the day of the quiz or test. The
last day to turn in homework for Mat 154 is Wednesday, June 15.
No
homework will be accepted on the day of the final. Completing homework
before quizzes and tests will provide practice and may make tests and quizzes
seem easier than if the homework was not completed before the quizzes or tests.
Final: A
comprehensive final exam will be given on Monday,
June 20, 6 pm in HSST7.
Attendance:
Regular attendance in class is an obligation assumed by every student at
the time of his/her registration. Students will still be responsible for the
work missed because of their absence. Homework questions will be answered in
class. This can be very helpful in understanding the material, as well as
preparing for quizzes and tests. Please familiarize yourself with the sections
to be covered in class before attending class.
The Gateway Math
Center (G5) has free tutoring for all registered students. They are open
Monday through Saturday. The hours change each quarter, so please check the
hours of operation. Please Log In and Out so that the facility gets the funds it
needs.
Any students needing
accommodations should inform the instructor.
Students with disabilities who may need accommodations for
this class are encouraged to notify the instructor and contact the Disability
Resource Center (DRC) early in the quarter so that reasonable accommodations may
be implemented as soon as possible. Students may contact the DRC by
visiting the Center (located in room A205) or by phoning 541-4660, ext. 249
(voice) or 542-1870 (TTY for deaf students). All information will remain
confidential.
How to Succeed in a Math Class:
- Come
to every class meeting.
- Arrive
early, get yourself settled and be ready when class starts. Sit where you
wont be distracted.
- Read
each section before it is discussed in class.
- Do
all of the homework.
- Do
some math every day.
- Start
preparing for tests at least a week in advance.
- Take
advantage of tutors and office hours, extra help can make a big difference.
- Do
some review every time you study math.
Tentative Schedule:
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Date
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Sections/Quizzes/Tests
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Monday 4/4
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Greetings, Syllabus, 10.3, 10.4
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Wednesday 4/6
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10.5, Quiz #1 (10.3, 10.4), Homework Due (10.3, 10.4)
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Monday 4/11
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11.1, 11.2
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Wednesday 4/13
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11.3, Test #1 (10.3-11.2), Homework Due (10.5-11.2)
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Monday 4/18
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11.4
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Wednesday 4/20
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12.1, Quiz #2 (11.3-11.4), Homework Due (11.3-11.4)
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Monday 4/25
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12.2
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Wednesday 4/27
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12.3, Test #2 (11.3-12.2), Homework Due (12.1, 12.2)
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Monday 5/2
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12.4
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Wednesday 5/4
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8.3, Quiz #3 (12.3-12.4), Homework Due (12.3-12.4)
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Monday 5/9
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13.1
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Wednesday 5/11
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13.2, Test #3 (12.3, 12.4, 8.3, 13.1), Homework Due
(8.3, 13.1)
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Monday 5/16
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13.3
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Wednesday 5/18
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13.4, Quiz #4 (13.2-13.3), Homework Due (13.2-13.3)
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Monday 5/23
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13.5
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Wednesday 5/25
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14.1, Test #4 (13.2-13.5), Homework Due (13.4-13.5)
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Monday 5/30
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Holiday No Class
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Wednesday 6/1
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14.2
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Monday 6/6
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14.3
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Wednesday 6/8
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Monday 6/13
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14.5, Begin Review
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Wednesday 6/15
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Continue Review, Last Homework Due Date (14.4-14.5)
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Monday 6/20
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Final Exam for
Mat 154 (8.3, 10.3-14.5, except sections not covered on syllabus)
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Tentative Assignments:
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Sec.
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Section
Title
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Homework
Problems to Complete
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10.3
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Quadratic Functions and
Their Graphs
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1-7,
10, 11-35 every other odd, 16, 24, 32, 39, 40, 41
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10.4
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More About Quadratic
Equations
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1-4, 5-29 every other odd, 10, 24, 31, 34, 39-45 odd,
53, 55, 56
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10.5
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Quadratic and Rational Inequalities
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1, 3, 4, 5-29 every other odd, 12, 22, 43, 44,
45, 49, 61
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11.1
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Graphs of Functions &
Relations
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1-6,
7, 11, 15-39 odd, 20, 32, 38, 41-57 odd, 44
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11.2
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Transformations of Graphs
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1-6, 7-51 every other odd, 40, 44, 52
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11.3
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Combining Functions
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1-4, 5-61 every other odd, 22, 44, 50, 69
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11.4
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Inverse Functions
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1-8, 9-23 odd, 31-67 every other odd, 34, 50, 58
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12.1
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Exponential Functions &
Their Applications
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1-6, 7-27 every other odd, 29, 30, 35, 37, 45-69
every other odd, 50, 71, 72, 75, 77
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12.2
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Logarithmic Functions &
Their Applications
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1-6, 7-17 odd, 10, 16, 19-43 every other odd, 28,
45-69 odd, 48, 77, 78, 79
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12.3
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Properties of Logarithms
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1-6, 7-79 every other odd, 28, 56, 66, 81, 85, 87
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12.4
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Solving Equations &
Applications
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1, 2, 3-29 odd, 12, 28, 31, 33, 37, 39,45, 47, 59,
60, 61, 63
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8.3
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Solving Linear Equations in
Three Variables
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1-7,
8, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18, 21, 31, 32, 33
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13.1
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Nonlinear Systems of
Equations
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1-5, 7, 9, 13-25 odd, 14, 22, 41, 42
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13.2
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The Parabola
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1-6, 7-17 odd, 12, 25, 27, 28, 33, 35, 36, 45
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13.3
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The Circle
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1, 2, 327 every other odd, 10, 26, 31, 32, 35, 43,
45
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13.4
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The Ellipse and The
Hyperbola
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1-8, 9-19 odd, 18, 29-39 odd, 32, 38
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13.5
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Second-Degree Inequalities
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1, 5, 9, 10, 15-23 odd, 18, 31, 33, 35, 36
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14.1
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Sequences
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1-4, 525 every other odd, 8, 22, 27, 31, 33, 34,
35, 39
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14.2
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Series
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1-4, 541 every other odd, 8, 18, 36, 49
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14.3
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Arithmetic Sequences and
Series
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1-4,
5-57 every other odd, 12, 34, 46
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14.4
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Geometric Sequences and
Series
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1-6, 751 every other odd, 14, 28, 34, 57
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14.5
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Binomial Theorem
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1-4, 5, 9, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 27, 29, 31, 32
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