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BASIC ALGEBRA (Part I) Math 152A - 4 units - Spring, 2007 Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00 - 2:50 Room: A251
INSTRUCTOR: Judd Andolina PHONE NUMBER: 541-4660, Extension 366 E-MAIL: andolina@ltcc.edu REQUIRED TEXT: Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, Second Edition. By Mark RECOMMENDED TEXT: Student Solution Manual, Prepared by Mark Dugopolski. COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this course will study the basic concepts of algebra. The following topics might sound more like Greek right now, but dont 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. RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in Math 181A-D or Math187B or an equivalent course or a satisfactory score on the Mathematics Assessment Test. 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, May 2nd. 3. The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is Friday, May 23rd. 4. After May 23rd, 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. LEARNING DISABILITIES: Students with disabilities who may need accommodations for this class should inform 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 the center (room A205) or by calling 541-2660 ext. 249 (voice) or 542-1870 (TTY for deaf students). All information will remain confidential. JUDDS 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. GRADING POLICY: Method of Student Evaluation Homework -100 points (10 at 10 points each) Exams - 300 points (3 at 100 points each) Exam #1: Sections 1.1 1.8, 2.1 - 2.3 Exam #2: Sections 2.3, 2.5 - 2.7, 3.1 3.4, 3.6, 4.1 - 4.2 Exam #3: Sections 4.3 - 4.7, 8.1, 8.2, 11.1, 11.6 Quizzes - 75 points (3 at 25 points each) Final (Comprehensive, covers entire course) - 150 points Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the 625 possible points. A 90-100% (563 - 625 points) B 80-89% (500 - 562 points) C 70-79% (437- 499 points) D 60-69% (375 - 436 points) F less than 60% (below 374 points) 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(ed) on the following exam. For Chapter Exams and the Final, make-up is possible, but there is a 10% penalty if the absence is not excused and must be worked out with the teacher beforehand. Homework will be accepted late for minus two points per day. 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.
TUTORING: Tutoring is available in the Gateway Math Center. The phone number is 541-4660 extension 741. Regular hours of operation are: M-Th 9am-6pm, Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 11am-3 pm Extra Help: Steve and Cindy are tutors that only tutor for MAT 152A, MAT152B, or MAT154. You do not need to fight for help with calculus students. Steve: MW 9-11 and TTh 4-6 Cindy: MW 12-1:30 and TTh 1-2:30
OFFICE HOURS: My office is in room A251 Tuesday................................... 3:25 - 3:55 Thursday...................................3:25 - 3:55
SCHEDULE Date Section Topic Apr. 8.......... Introductions, Discussion of Syllabus 1.2 Fractions 1.3 Addition & Subtraction of Real numbers 1.4 Multiplication & Division of Real Numbers Apr. 10.......... 1.1 Real Numbers 1.5 Exponential Expressions & Order of Operations 1.6 Algebraic Expressions ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Apr. 15........ 1.6 Algebraic Expressions 1.7 Properties of Real Numbers 1.8 Using the Properties to Simplify Expressions Apr. 17........ 2.1 Addition & Multiplication Properties of Equality 2.2 Solving General Linear Equations Quiz #1 (Sections 1.1 - 1.5) Turn in Homework #1 (Sections 1.1 1.5) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Apr. 22.........2.3 Identities, Conditional Equations, and Inconsistent Equations 2.5 Translating Verbal Expressions into Algebraic Expressions Apr. 24........2.6 Number, Geometric, and Uniform Motion Applications Review for Exam #1 Turn in Homework #2 (Sections 1.6 1.8) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Apr. 29........2.7 Discount, Investment, and Mixture Applications Exam #1 (Sections 1.1 1.8, 2.1 2.3) May 1.........More on 2.6 and 2.7 Turn in Homework #3 (Sections 2.1, 2.2, & 2.3) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- May 6..........2.8 Inequalities 2.9 Solving Inequalities May 8.........3.1 Graphing Lines in the Coordinate Plane 3.2 Slope Turn in Homework #4 (Sections 2.5 - 2.7) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- May 13........3.3 Equations of a Line in Slope-Intercept & Standard Forms 3.4 Point-Slope Form of the Equation of a Line. May 15..........3.6 Graphing Linear Inequalities Quiz #2 (Sections 2.5, 2.6 & 2.8) Turn in Homework #5 (Sections 2.8 , 2.9 & 3.1) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- May 20.........4.1 Addition & Subtraction of Polynomials 4.2 Multiplication of Polynomials May 22........4.3 Multiplication of Binomials (FOIL) 4.4 Special Products Review for Exam #2 Turn in Homework #6 (Sections 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.6) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
May 27........Exam #2 (Sections 2.3, 2.5 - 2.7, 3.1 - 3.4, 3.6, 4.1-4.2) May 29........4.5 Division of Monomials and Polynomials 4.6 Positive Integral Exponents Turn in Homework #7 (Sections 4.1 4.3) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- June 3.......4.7 Negative Exponents & Scientific Notation 8.1 Compound Inequalities June 5......8.2 Absolute Value Equations Quiz #3 (Sections 4.3-4.6) Turn in Homework #8 (Sections 4.4 & 4.5) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- June 10...... 11.1 Functions and Relations 11.6 Combining Functions June 12.... Review for Exam #3 Turn in Homework #9 (Sections 4.6, 4.7, & 8.1) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- June 17.......Exam #3 (Sections 4.3-4.7, 8.1, 8.2, 11.1, 11.6) June 19....... Review for Final Turn in Homework #10 (Sections 8.2, 11.1, 11.6) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
June 26 ........Comprehensive Final Exam
MATH 152A ASSIGNMENTS TEXT: "Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, second edition by Mark Dugopolski INSTRUCTOR: Judd Andolina Each assignment is worth 10 points. You will turn in only the even numbered problems listed in bold print to be graded. The remaining problems you will be checking yourself in the back of the book. Be sure to use class time, office hours, and the Gateway Math Center to get all of your questions answered. EOO means Every Other Odd (i.e. #1, 5, 9, 13, ) SECTION PROBLEMS 1.1....................................................... Practice: Pages 10 - 12 #1 105 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #22, 32, 70, 92 1.2....................................................... Practice: Pages 22 & 23 #1 - 5 odd, 7 99 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #70, 96 1.3....................................................... Practice: Pages 29 & 30 #1 - 105 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #24, 48, 74 1.4....................................................... Practice: Page 35 #7 103 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #12, 52, 104, 106 1.5....................................................... Practice: Pages 42 & 43 #5, 7 115 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #4, 68, 84 1.6....................................................... Practice: Pages 49 51 #1, 5, 7 43 odd, ........................................................... 57 - 81 EOO, 85 - 91 odd, 101 ............................................................ Turn in: #28, 38, 92 1.7....................................................... Practice: Pages 60 - 61 #1 - 23 odd, 25 101 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #18, 74, 76 1.8....................................................... Practice: Pages 68 & 69 #1, 3, 9 113 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #68, 86 2.1....................................................... Practice: Pages 86 & 87 #7 99 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #32, 50, 64 2.2....................................................... Practice: Pages 93 - 95 #5 - 97 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #48, 50 2.3....................................................... Practice: Pages 101 - 103 #1, 3, 5, 7 79 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #2, 18, 32, 60, 62 2.5....................................................... Practice: Pages 119 - 121 #5 - 57 odd (omit #33) ............................................................ 75 83 odd, 91 ............................................................ Turn in: #10, 36, 48, 54 2.6....................................................... Practice: Pages 128 - 131 #7 - 15 odd, 33 - 53 odd ............................................................ Turn in: #12, 34, 52 2.7........................................................Practice: Pages 136 - 138 #7-39 EOO .............................................................Turn in: #10, 20, 24, 38 2.8....................................................... Practice: Pages 143 - 145 #2157 EOO, 77 83 odd ............................................................ Turn in: #28, 46, 82 2.9....................................................... Practice: Pages 152 - 154 #23 67 EOO (omit #55) ............................................................ Turn in: #26, 54, 65 3.1....................................................... Practice: Pages 175 179 #1 73 EOO, ............................................................ 81, 83, 91, 93 ............................................................ Turn in: #6, 14, 44, 72, 84 3.2....................................................... Practice: Pages 189 - 192 #1 45 odd, 61 ............................................................ Turn in: #4, 8, 34, 42 3.3....................................................... Practice: Pages 199 - 203 #1 65 odd, 75, 89 ............................................................ Turn in: #10, 34, 42 3.4....................................................... Practice: Pages 210 - 212 #1 41 odd, 69 75 all ............................................................ Turn in: #16, 36, 76
3.6....................................................... Practice: Pages 229 & 230 #3, 5, 7, 9, 13, 19, ............................................................ 25, 27, 29, 31 ........................................................... Turn in: #8, 16 4.1....................................................... Practice: Pages 253 - 255 #1, 3, 5 93 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #30, 48, 86 4.2....................................................... Practice: Pages 260 & 261 #1, 3, 5 91 EOO, 93 ............................................................ Turn in: #36, 92, 94 4.3....................................................... Practice: Pages 266 & 267 #3 63 EOO, ............................................................ 83, 87, 91, 95 ............................................................ Turn in: #32, 56, 84 4.4....................................................... Practice: Pages 271 - 273 #1 47 odd, 85, 89 ............................................................ Turn in: #4, 14, 46 4.5....................................................... Practice: Pages 280 & 281 #1 37 odd, .............................................................43 - 83 EOO, 93 ........................................................... Turn in: #38, 48, 76 4.6....................................................... Practice: Pages 286 & 287 #1 89 EOO ............................................................ Turn in: #22, 26, 38, 82 4.7....................................................... Practice: Pages 295 & 296 #1 81 odd, 111 ............................................................ Turn in: #34, 44, 78 8.1....................................................... Practice: Pages 509 - 513 #1 - 81 EOO, 83 ............................................................ Turn in: #22, 24, 50, 94 8.2....................................................... Practice: Pages 519 & 520 #1 - 35 odd ............................................................ Turn in: #22, 28, 32 11.1..................................................... Practice: Pages 692 - 694 #13, 15, 17, 25 39 odd ............................................................ 69, 71, 73 ............................................................ Turn in: #16, 28, 70 11.6......................................................Practice: Page 744 #5-15 odd .............................................................Turn in # 8, 10, 14
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