SYLLABUS-MATH 1324-MATH ANALYSIS I Department: Mathematics and Engineering Discipline: Mathematics Course Number: Math1324 Course Title: Math Analysis I – Finite Mathematics Credit: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 This course satisfies a math requirement for Business Majors or as an elective Prerequisites: Two units of high school algebra, MATH0320, or consent of instructor Available Formats: Conventional with supplemental online instruction Campus: Levelland Campus Textbook: Finite Mathematics With Applications, by Lial, Hungerford, & Holcomb (2nd ed.) Supplies: Graph paper and a scientific calculator with a graphing feature. The TI-83 will be used for class demonstrations. Course Description: Topics include inequalities, progressions, relations, functions, systems of equations, matrices, linear programming, compound interest, and annuities, Course Purpose/Rational/Goal: To provide a transferable course in the elements of finite mathematics. Equal Opportunity: South Plains College strives to accommodate the individual needs of all students in order to enhance their opportunities for success in the context of a comprehensive community college setting. It is the policy of South Plains College to offer all educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, disability, or age. Disability Statement: Students with disabilities, including but not limited to physical, psychiatric, or learning disabilities, who wish to request accommodations in this class should notify the Special Services Office early in the semester so that the appropriate arrangements may be made. In accordance with federal law, a student requesting accommodations must provide acceptable documentation of his/her disability to the Special Services Coordinator. For more information, call or visit the Special Services Office in the Student Services Building, 894-9611 ext. 2529, 2530 Course Requirements: To maximize the potential to complete the course, a student should attend all class meetings, take notes, participate in class, complete all homework assignments, and demonstrate mastery (at least 70%) on all exams including the final examination. Course Evaluation: Please see the instructor’s course information sheet for specific items used in evaluating student performance. Attendance: Required, if you want to pass the class. Excessive absences (7) may result in an administrative withdrawal or F. Student Learning Outcomes/Competencies: 1. Functions: Student will 1.1. identify, evaluate, characterize and graph linear, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. (1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6) 1.2. determine the domain of a function. (2.1) 2. Linear Models: Student will 2.1. set up and solve linear business functions: cost, revenue, profit. (1.1,) 2.2. set up and solve problems involving break-even points. (1.1) 2.3. set up and solve problems involving equilibrium points. (1.2) 3. Finance: Student will 3.1. use business formulas to calculate simple and compound interest. (2.5, 3.1, 3.2) 3.2. use business formulas to calculate effective rates. (3.2) 3.3. use business formulas to evaluate annuities. (3.3, 3.4) 4. Systems of Equations: Student will 4.1. solve systems of equations: by substitution, elimination, Gauss-Jordan elimination and matrix inversion. (4.1, 4.3, 4.6) 4.2. analyze the nature of the solution to a system of equations. (4.1) 4.3. apply the use of technology to perform matrix operations, find the inverse of a matrix, and solve systems of equations. (4.2, 4.4, 4.5) 4.4. set up and solve applications involving systems of equations. (4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7) 5. Linear Programming: Student will 5.1. use graphical methods to solve linear programming problems. (5.3) 5.2. use the Simplex Method to solve linear programming problems. (6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4) 5.3. set up and solve applications involving linear programming problems. (5.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4) 6. Algebra: Student will 6.1. simplify and factor algebraic expressions involving polynomials, rational expressions, exponents, and radicals. (A.2, A. 3, A.4, A.5, A.6) 6.2. solve linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic and rational equations. (1.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, A.7)INSTRUCTOR: Alma Lopez OFFICE: M116d PHONE #: 894-9611 ext. 2640 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICE HOURS: By appointment GRADING: A: 90-100 B: 80-89 C: 70-79 D: 60-69 F: 0-59 There will be 3 exams, and a comprehensive final exam. Make-up exams will not be given, unless the situation is discussed prior to the scheduled exam date. Homework will be assigned on a daily basis. Late homework will be accepted, but you will only receive a maximum of 50% for each late homework assignment. At the end of each class period, an in-class assignment may be given over the material covered in class. 3 exams: 60% Homework/class assignments: 20% Final Exam: 20% CLASS CALENDAR & OFFICE HOURS Class: Math 1324.001 Semester: Summer I 2011 Time: M-Th 8-9:55 Room: M108 Instructor: Alma F. Lopez Office: M116d Office Telephone: 806-894-9611 X2640 E-mail Address: [email protected] Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday May 30 . May 31 Algebra Review,Eq of lines June 1 Linear Ineq, Functions and Graph June 2 Applic. Of Functions June 3 June 6 Quad. Fcns and Applications June 7 Poly. And Rational Functions June 8 Test 1 June 9 Exp. Fcn and Applications June 10 June 13 Log Fcns (Equations I) June 14 Log and Exp Equations June 15 Simple and Compound Interest June 16 Annuities June 17 June 20 Test 2 June 21 Systems of Linear Eq. (GJE) June 22 GJE and Calculator Applications June 23 Matrices; Linear Inequalites in 2 var. June 24 June 27 Linear Programming (Graphical Method) June 28 Simplex Method June 29 More Simplex June 30 Final Exam July 1 Grades