BASIC ALGEBRA

BASIC ALGEBRA (Part II)

Math 152B - 4 units - Spring, 2009

Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:30 - 5:20

Room: A206

INSTRUCTOR: Judd Andolina

PHONE NUMBER: 541-4660, Extension 366

REQUIRED TEXT: Beginning & Intermediate Algebra, 4th Edition. By Martin-Gay.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this course you will continue to study basic concepts of algebra. The following 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 factoring, solving equations with rational and radical expressions, systems of linear equations, and solving quadratic equations.

PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in Math 152A or appropriate skills demonstrated through the math assessment process.

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 1st.

3. The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is Friday, May 22nd.

4. After May 22nd, 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 center (room A205) or by calling 541-2660 ext. 249 (voice) or 542-1870 (TTY for deaf students). All information will remain confidential.

JUDD’S 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 2.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5, 6.1-6.4

Exam #2: Sections 6.5-6.7, 7.1-7.7

Exam #3: Sections 8.4, 9.2, 9.3, 10.1-10.7

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 class 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: There are tutors that only tutor for MAT 152A, MAT152B, or MAT154. You do not need to fight for help with calculus students.

Racheal Green - Tuesday & Thursday 9am -11am, Friday 1pm -3pm

Cindy Littell - Monday & Wednesday 11am - 1pm

OFFICE HOURS: My office is in room A206

Tuesday....................................7:50pm - 8:20pm

Thursday..................................3:00pm - 3:30pm

SCHEDULE

Date Section Topic

Apr. 7.......... Introductions, Discussion of Syllabus

2.5 Formulas and Problem Solving

4.1 Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Graphing

Apr. 9.......... 4.2 Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Substitution

4.3 Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Addition

4.5 Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving

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Apr. 14........ 6.1 The Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by Grouping

6.2 Factoring Trinomials of the Form x² + bx + c

Apr. 16........ 6.3 Factoring Trinomials of the Form ax² + bx + c and Perfect Square

Trinomials

6.4 Factoring Trinomials of the Form ax² + bx + c by Grouping

Quiz #1 (Sections 2.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5)

Turn in Homework #1 (Sections 2.5 & 4.1)

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Apr. 21 .........6.4 Factoring Trinomials of the Form ax² + bx + c by Grouping

6.5 Factoring Binomials

Apr. 23.…….. 6.6 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring

6.7 Quadratic Equations and Problem Solving

Turn in Homework #2 (Sections 4.2, 4.3, 4.5)

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Apr. 28........Review for Exam # 1

Apr. 30.........Exam #1 (2.4, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5, 6.1-6.4)

Turn in Homework #3 (Sections 6.1 - 6.3)

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May 5..........7.1 Rational Functions and Simplifying Rational Expressions

7.2 Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions

May 7.........7.3 Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions with Common Denominators and LCD

7.4 Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions with Unlike Denominators

Turn in Homework #4 (Sections 6.4 - 6.6)

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May 12........7.5 Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions

7.6 Proportion and Problem Solving with Rational Equations

May 14..........7.7 Simplifying Complex Fractions

Quiz #2 (Sections 6.4 - 6.7, 7.1, 7.2)

Turn in Homework #5 (Sections 6.7, 7.1, 7.2)

May 19.........8.4 Variation and Problem Solving

9.2 Absolute Value Equations

9.3 Absolute Value Inequalities

May 21........10.1 Radicals and Radical Functions

Review for Exam #2

Turn in Homework #6 (Sections 7.3 - 7.5)

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May 26.……Exam #2 (6.5-6.7, 7.1-7.7)

May 28.……10.2 Rational Exponents

10.3 Simplifying Radical Expressions

Turn in Homework #7 (Sections 7.6, 7.7 & 8.4)

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June 2.......10.4 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Radical Expressions

10.5 Rationalizing Denominators and Numerators of Radical Expressions

June 4......10.6 Radical Equations and Problem Solving

10.7 Complex Numbers

Turn in Homework #8 (Sections 9.2, 9.3 & 10.1)

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June 9...... 11.1 Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square

Quiz #3 (Sections 8.4, 9.2, 9.3, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3)

June 11....11.2 Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic Formula

Review for Exam #3

Turn in Homework #9 (Sections 10.2 - 10.5)

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June 16.......Exam #3 (8.4, 9.2, 9.3, 10.1-10.7)

June 18.......Review for Final

Turn in Homework #10 (Sections 10.6, 10.7, 11.1, 11.2)

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June 23 ........4:00pm - 5:50pm.……..Comprehensive Final Exam

MATH 152B ASSIGNMENTS

TEXT: "Beginning and Intermediate Algebra”, Fourth Edition by Elayn Martin-Gay

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

2.5..... Practice: Pages 118-120, #1-7 Odd, #15-23 Odd, #29-61 EOO

.......... Turn in: #20, 44, 62

4.1..... Practice: Pages 252-253, # 1-33 EOO, #41-47 Odd, #65-69 Odd

.......... Turn in: #6, 24, 42

4.2..... Practice: Pages 259-260, #1-45 EOO

.......... Turn in: #12, 28, 32

4.3..... Practice: Pages 265-266, #1-55 EOO, #57-69 Odd

.......... Turn in: #12, 24, 50

4.5..... Practice: Pages 285-287, #1-21 EOO, #33-39 Odd

.......... Turn in: #4, 40

6.1..... Practice: Pages 373-375, #1-81 EOO, #87-95 Odd, #109-115 Odd

.......... Turn in: #38, 74, 108

6.2..... Practice: Pages 380-381, #1-81 EOO, #83

.......... Turn in: #24, 54, 82

6.3..... Practice: Pages 388-389, #1-13 EOO, #23-35 EOO, #39-47 EOO, #55-63 Odd,

...........#81-89 Odd, #107, #113

.......... Turn in: #28, 50, 90

6.4..... Practice: Pages 393-394, #1-61 EOO, #63

.......... Turn in: #24, 44, 54

6.5..... Practice: Pages 400-402, #1-49 EOO, #61-67 Odd, #71-77 Odd, #95

.......... Turn in: #20, 28, 96

6.6..... Practice: Pages 412-413, #19-39 EOO, #45-75 EOO, #79, #83-95 Odd

.......... Turn in: #26, 68, 80

6.7..... Practice: Pages 420-423, #1-31 Every 6th (1, 7, 13, 19, etc), #41, #43-47 Odd, #61

.......... Turn in: #26, 46, 62

7.1..... Practice: Pages 440-442, #1-17 Odd, #19-71 EOO

.......... Turn in: #10, 36, 53

7.2......Practice: Pages 448-450, #1-47 EOO, #53, #55, #59-63 Odd, #67-73 Odd

...........Turn in: # 16, 28, 42

7.3..... Practice: Pages 455-457, #1-79 EOO

.......... Turn in: #20, 36, 52

7.4..... Practice: Pages 461-463, #1-71 EOO, #81

.......... Turn in: #22, 46, 82

7.5..... Practice: Pages 469-470, #1-11 Odd, #25-51 Odd, #55-63 Odd

.......... Turn in: #12, 40, 46

7.6..... Practice: Pages 479-482, #1-69EOO, #71

.......... Turn in: #22, 36, 54

7.7.….Practice: Pages 489-490, #1-29 EOO, #35-47 EOO, #51-63 Odd

..……Turn in: #24, 44, 58

8.4......Practice: Pages 531-533, #1-67 EOO

...........Turn in: #26, 40, 54

9.2......Practice: Pages 553, 1-75 EOO

........... Turn in: #56, 62, 70

9.3...... Practice: Pages 558-559, #1-87 EOO

........... Turn in: #38, 48, 62

10.1....Practice: Pages 584-585, #1-11 Odd, #19-51 Odd, 53-83 EOO, #85-101 Odd

.......... Turn in: #56, 66, 90

10.2... Practice: Pages 591-592, # 1-105 EOO

.......... Turn in: #36, 56, 92

10.3... Practice: Pages 600-601, #1-111 EOO

......... Turn in: #66, 76, 90

10.4... Practice: Pages 605-607, #1-79 EOO, #85

.......... Turn in: #30, 66, 87

10.5... Practice: Pages 613-614, #1-79 EOO

.......... Turn in: #30, 58, 72

10.6... Practice: Pages 622-624, #1-51 EOO, #59, #65, #67

.......... Turn in: #34, 61, 68

10.7... Practice: Pages 632-633, #1-89 EOO, #95-99 Odd

.......... Turn in: #42, 50, 62, 98

11.1... Practice: Pages 652-654, #1-75 EOO, #81, #83, #87-103 Odd

.......... Turn in: #38, 50, 68

11.2....Practice: Pages 661-663, #1-55 EOO, #63-75 Odd

...........Turn in #24, 46, 52