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Basic Mathematics MAT 187A / B Section 1 – Winter 2005 Mondays & Wednesday s 9:00 am – 10:50 am Room E100
Instructor: Marianne Carney Email: mcintahoe@hotmail.com Phone: (530) 541-4660 x426
Required Text: Basic College Mathematics by Tobey & Slater – Fourth Edition
Course Description: MAT 187A: This course covers general areas of arithmetic which include whole numbers, fractions and an introduction to decimals. MAT 187B: This course covers general areas of arithmetic which include decimals, percents, and an introduction to algebra.
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.
Tutoring: Tutoring is available in the Gateway Math Center (GMC) in room G4 in the portable buildings near the dance room and photo lab.
Grading Policy: Homework 100 (187A/B 20 points each) Exam 1 100 Exam 2 100 Final Exam 150
Letter grade is based on the following range: A 90 – 100 % B 80 – 89 % C 70 – 79 % D 60 – 69 % F less than 60 %
Make-Up Policy: For the exams and final, they can be made up with a 10% penalty if the absence is not excused. Homework is deducted 2 points for each day it is late.
Calculators: There will be no calculators used in this class.
Learning Disabilities: If you have a certifiable learning disability that may affect your performance in the class, be sure to discuss your special needs with your instructor during the first week of class. Learning disabilities will be accommodated.
Registration: - You must register for this class at the Office of Admissions and Records.
How to be Successful in a Math Class: 1) Come to class on time each day and participate. 2) Ask questions when you are unsure. 3) Read the sections that will be discussed prior to the class period. 4) Do your homework – all of your homework – and turn it in on time. 5) Create study groups or go to the GMC for assistance. 6) Contact the instructor for assistance if you need anything. 7) Have fun.
Lecture Schedule and Assignments 187 A:
Date Topic Section Homework .
Jan 3 Introduction to the class Whole Numbers 1.1 #3 - 51 Multiples of 3 (3, 6, 9, 12,…..) Addition of Whole Numbers 1.2 #3 - 48 Multiples of 3 Subtraction of Whole Numbers 1.3 #5 - 21, 24 - 84 Multiples of 3
Jan 5 Multiplication of Whole Numbers 1.4 #3 - 99 Multiples of 3 Division of Whole Numbers 1.5 #1 - 30 all, 33 – 84 Multiples of 3
Homework #1: Sections 1.1 – 1.5 Due Monday, Jan 10
Jan 10 Exponents & Order of Operations 1.6 #1 – 6 all, 9 – 102 Multiples of 3 Rounding & Estimation 1.7 #1 – 4 all, 6 – 78 Multiples of 3, 85 – 88
Jan 12 Applied Problems 1.8 #3 – 36 Multiples of 3 Understanding Fractions 2.1 #3 – 54 Multiples of 3 Simplifying Fractions 2.2 #3 – 90 Multiples of 3
Homework #2: Sections 1.6 – 2.2 Due Wednesday, Jan 19
Jan 17 No Class – Study for exam
Jan 19 Exam 1 (Sections 1.1 – 1.8) Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers 2.3 #3 – 78 Multiples of 3
Homework #3: Sections 2.3 – 2.5 Due Wednesday, Jan 26
Jan 24 Multiplication of Fractions & Mixed Numbers 2.4 #3 – 57 Multiples of 3 Division of Fractions & Mixed Numbers 2.5 #3 – 84 Multiples of 3
Jan 26 The Least Common Denominator 2.6 #3 – 81 Multiples of 3 Addition & Subtraction of Fractions 2.7 #3 – 69 Multiples of 3
Homework #4: Sections 2.6 – 2.9 Due Wednesday, Feb 2
Jan 31 Combining Mixed Numbers & Order of Operations 2.8 #3 – 69 Multiples of 3 Applied Problems Involving Fractions 2.9 #1 – 20 all
Feb 2 Exam 2 (Sections 2.1 – 2.9) Decimal Notation 3.1 #3 – 60 Multiples of 3 Comparing, Ordering & Rounding Decimals 3.2 #3 – 60 Multiples of 3
Homework #5: Sections 3.1 – 3.3 Due Wednesday, Feb 9 Feb 7 Addition & Subtraction of Decimals 3.3 #3 – 57 Multiples of 3 Review for Final
Feb 9 Final Exam for MAT 187A (Chapter 1 & 2, and Sections 3.1 – 3.3)
Lecture Schedule and Assignments 187 B:
Date Topic Section Homework . Feb 14 Multiplication of Decimals 3.4 #3 – 60 Multiples of 3 Division of Decimals 3.5 #3 – 54 Multiples of 3 Converting Fractions to Decimals & Order of Operations 3.6 #3 – 57 Multiples of 3
Feb 16 Applied Problems Involving Decimals 3.7 #3 – 36 Multiples of 3 Ratios 4.1 Read Proportions 4.2 #1 – 45 Every Other Odd (EOO) Solving Proportions 4.3 #5 – 55 Multiples of 5
Homework #1: Sections 3.4 – 3.7, 4.2 – 4.3 Due Wednesday Feb 23
Feb 21 No Class
Feb 23 Understanding Percent 5.1 #1 – 15 Odd, 19 – 83 EOO Changing between Percents, Decimals & Fractions 5.2 #1 – 19 Odd, 23 – 91 EOO Solving Percents Using an Equation 5.3A #1 – 21 Odd, 23 – 41 EOO
Homework #2: Sections 5.1 – 5.5 Due Wednesday March 2
Feb 28 Solving Percents Using Proportion 5.3B #1 – 23 Odd, 25 – 41 EOO Solving Applied Percent Problems 5.4 #1 – 41 EOO Solving Commission, Percent of Increase Or Decrease, & Interest Problems 5.5 #1 – 33 EOO
Mar 2 Exam 1 (Sections 3.4 – 3.7, 5.1 – 5.5) Converting Units of Measure 6.4 #1 – 25 EOO, 39, 43 Square Roots 7.5 #3 – 33 Multiples of 3
Homework #3: Sections 6.4, 7.5, 9.1 – 9.2 Due Wednesday Mar 9
Mar 7 Addition of Signed Numbers 9.1 #1 – 65 EOO Subtraction of Signed Numbers 9.2 #1 – 64 EOO Multiplication & Division of Signed Numbers 9.3 #1 – 57 EOO
Mar 9 Order of Operations with Signed Numbers 9.4 #1 – 45 Odd
Homework #4: Sections 9.3, 9.4, 10.1 Due Wednesday March 16
Mar 14 Exam 2 (Sections 6.4, 7.5, 9.1 – 9.4) Variables and Like Terms 10.1 #1 – 37 Odd
Mar 16 The Distributive Property 10.2 #1 – 37 EOO Solving Equations using the Addition Property 10.3 #1 – 47 EOO Solving Equations Using the Division or Multiplication Property 10.4 #1 – 37 Odd
Homework #5: Sections 10.2 – 10.5 Due Wednesday March 23
Mar 21 Solving Equations Using 2 Properties 10.5 #1 – 41 EOE Review for Final Exam
Mar 23 Final Exam (Sections 3.4 – 3.7, Chapter 5, 6.4, 7.5, Chapters 9 & 10) |