BASIC ALGEBRA (Part II)
Math 152B-1
Winter 2009 4 units
INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Littell
PHONE NUMBER: 541-4660, Extension 447 (voicemail only)
E-MAIL: littell@ltcc.edu
MEETING TIMES: Monday and Wednesday 3:30p-5:35p
MEETING PLACE: Room A211
REQUIRED TEXT: Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, 4th Ed, by Elayn Martin-Gay
Class webpage to log in: http://www.coursecompass.com
Course Id for Homework: littell70346
Course Description: This course is a continuation of Math 152A. I will present factoring, rational expressions, first degree equations and inequalities with absolute value, solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, radicals, rational exponents and their equations, and solving quadratic equations. This course will connect math with the “real” world. It is my desire to reduce math anxiety and build self-confidence in every student by the end of this class.
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Math 152A or equivalent or appropriate skills demonstrated through the Math Assessment process.
Students with disabilities must identify themselves to me within the first two weeks of class.
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities: Students requiring accommodations for a certain disability that may affect class performance are requested to schedule with a staff member at the DRC to discuss this during the first week of the quarter so that appropriate arrangements can be made. They only test and accept new students into the program during the first two weeks of each quarter, so don’t put it off.
The Math Success Center (in A201) has free tutoring for all registered students. Please Log In and Out so that the facility gets the funds it needs.
As a Courtesy to everyone in class, please turn off your cell phones. Thank you.
How to succeed in a Math class:
1. Come to every class meeting.
2. Arrive early, be prepared, and take notes.
3. Ask questions, especially if you don’t understand a concept.
4. Do more than just the homework problems.
5. Take advantage of the free tutoring service in the GMC and my hours as your academic coach.
6. Study in groups and do your homework with a classmate.
7. Start preparing for exams at least one week in advance.
8. Do some math every day.
Dropping: In this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid an unwanted grade. For this, you must go to Admissions & Records.
Friday, January 16, 2008 is the last day for refunds.
Friday, January 30, 2008 is the last day to drop with no record or file C/NC.
Friday, February 20, 2008 is the last day to withdraw with a “W” grade.
Student Outcomes
The successful student will:
1. Exhibit a proficiency in the topics covered in the course;
2. Engage in logical and critical thinking;
3. Read technical and graphical information; and
4. Demonstrate 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: Your class letter grade will be based on the usual grading scale:
A: 90% and above, B: 80-89%, C: 70-79%, D: 60-69%, F: 59% and under
Homework 100 points
Quizzes 160 points
3 Midterm Exams 450 points
Comprehensive Final Exam: 240 points
Total 950 points
Quizzes: There are no make-up quizzes. All quizzes are given during the first 5 minutes of class. They will consist of a one point problem from the homework and a one point problem from the reading for the lecture that day. Please be on time.
Midterm Exams: Midterms are to be taken on the date scheduled unless you have a medical emergency. In such an event, please notify me as soon as possible to make arrangements. If you are unable to take the exams at the scheduled time, you will need to email me a request stating why you need to take the exam early.
Calculators are not allowed during testing. Please practice the homework without them.
The Comprehensive Final Exam is on Monday, March 23, 2008 at 4p-5:50p.
Academic Integrity:
Homework may be done in groups with other students or with the help of the instructor or tutors, but each student must turn in their own work. Quizzes and Exams must be done by the student alone. Any Student who violates this rule will receive a zero on the Quiz or Exam. A second offense will result in withdrawal, failing the course, or academic expulsion.
Math 184 is taken Credit **/ No Credit
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Date Section Topic
Jan. 5 2.5 Introduction, Syllabus, Formulas,
8.4 Variation
Jan. 7 6.1 GCF and Grouping
6.2 Factoring when a = 1
6.3 Special Products
Jan. 12 6.4 Factoring Ax2
+ Bx + C, a 
1.
6.5 Factoring Binomials
6.6 Factoring Quadratics
Jan. 14 6.7 Solving Quadratic Equations and Problems
Review for Midterm #1
Jan. 19 MLK HOLIDAY
Jan. 21 Midterm #1
Jan. 26 7.1 Rational Functions and Simplifying
Jan. 28 7.2 Multiply and Divide Rational Expressions
7.3 Addition & Subtraction of Rational Expressions.
Feb. 2 7.4 ...with unlike denominators
7.5 Solving Equations with Rational Expressions
Feb. 4 7.6 Applications of Ratios & Proportions.
7.7 Complex Fractions
Feb. 9 4.1 Systems by Graphing
4.2 Systems by Substitution
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Date Section Topic
Feb. 11 4.3 Systems by Addition
4.5 Some other system apps
Feb. 16 President’s Holiday
Feb. 18 9.2 Absolute Value Equations
9.3 Absolute Value Inequalities
Review for Midterm #2
Feb. 23 Midterm #2
Feb. 25 10.1 Radicals
10.2 Rational Exponents
10.3 Simplifying Radicals
Mar. 2 10.4 +, -, * Radicals
10.5 Rationalizing
Mar. 4 10.6 Radical Equations
10.7 Complex Numbers
Mar. 9 11.1 Completing the Square
11.2 Quadratic Formula
Mar. 11 11.3 Quadratic Methods
Review for Midterm #3
Mar. 16 Midterm #3
Mar. 18 Review for Final
Mar. 25 FINAL EXAM--Comprehensive