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MATH 1314 (3:3:1) College Algebra MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Division of Arts & Sciences South Plains College Reese Center Spring 2012 Traci SandersSpring 2012 College Algebra MATH 1314.205 TR 9:00 – 10:45 RC 265 MATH 1314.206 TR 11:00 – 12:45 RC 265 Instructor: Traci Sanders E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 716-4616 Office: Reese Center 268-C Office Hours: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 10:00 – 11:00 2:45 – 3:30 12:45 – 2:00 10:00 – 11:00 2:45 – 3:30 12:45 – 2:00 9:00 – 11:00 Appointments are available for other times. Course Description: A standard course in college algebra. Quadratic equations; ratio and proportion; variation; binomial theorem; progressions; inequalities; complex numbers; theory of equations; determinants and matrices; linear programming; mathematical induction; permutations and combinations. Prerequisite: a grade of 75 or above on the Accuplacer, exemption from taking a placement exam, or a grade of C or better in Math 0320 Text: College Algebra, Fifth Edition, Blitzer Supplies: notebook paper (to be turned in without spiral edges), scientific or graphing calculator, pencils, graph paper, straightedge Grading Policy: Grades will be averaged according to the following formula: T est1 + T est2 + T est3 + Lab A vg + F in al C ourse G rade5 Grading Scale: A: 90 and above B: 80 – 89 C. 70 – 79 D: 60 – 69 F: 59 or belowTests: There will be 3 tests and a comprehensive final exam. There will be NO MAKEUP TESTS! Dates are listed for all tests, including the final exam, so PLAN AHEAD! Homework: Homework will be assigned for all of the sections covered in the course. It will not be collected or graded. However, the questions on the tests and labs will reflect homework problems and time will be given during each class to answer questions on the homework. I will keep a list of the homework assignments on Blackboard. Lab: Excluding test days, approximately the last 30 minutes of class will be our lab time. The lowest three lab grades will be dropped. THERE ARE NO MAKEUP LABS! Here are the two different types of labs we will have: 1. Work on homework. As long as you participate, you will receive a 100 for these labs. If you are absent, you will receive a 0. 2. Work a few problems to be turned in for a grade. If you are absent, you will receive a 0. Attendance: Attendance and effort are the most important activities for success in this course. Whenever you have 4 consecutive absences or 6 total absences, the instructor may withdraw you from the course with a grade of X or F. Therefore, if you stop attending class, you should go through the procedure for dropping a course to obtain a grade of W or U. For more detail, see p. 20 of the South Plains College General Catalog. Perfect attendance will result in 4 points added to your final grade. If you must miss, find out what the homework assignment was and stay caught up! Expectations: 1. Read the syllabus! 2. Attend class, arrive on time, do your homework, and be prepared to participate. 3. Keep all cell phones and pagers turned off and put away during class. 4. Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. For more detail, see page 23 of the South Plains College General Catalog. 5. Be the best you can be! Important Dates: March 12 – 16 Spring Break April 9 Easter Holiday April 24 Last day to drop May 8 Final for 9:00 Class: 8:00 – 10:00 May 8 Final for 11:00 Class: 10:15 – 12:15Course Outcomes: Upon completion of this course and receiving a passing grade, the student will master at least 70% of the course objectives. 1. Find solutions for: a. linear equations and inequalities b. quadratic equations (by factoring, extraction of roots, completing the square, quadratic formula, and graphing) c. quadratic type equations d. radical equations e. higher order polynomials and inequalities f. absolute value equations and inequalities g. logarithm and exponential equation. 2. Translate word statements into mathematical statements and solve. 3. Recognize a function given any of the three forms (set of ordered pairs, equations, or graph). 4. Determine the domain and range of functions. 5. Write equations of lines and circles given pertinent information. 6. Identify the basic characteristics of the graphs of polynomial functions and sketch the graph. 7. Find the solutions for systems of equations and systems of inequalities by using one or more of the following techniques: elimination, substitution, graphing, Cramer's Rule, Gauss-Jordan, or matrix algebra. 8. Expand a binomial raised to an integral power. Academic Integrity: The attempt of any student to present as his or her own any work which he or she has not honestly performed is regarded by the faculty and administration as a serious offense and renders the offender liable to serious consequences, possibly suspension. For more detail, see p. 23 of the South Plains College General Catalog. 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 rooms 809 and 811, Reese Center Building 8, 885-3048 ext. 4654. Diversity Statement: In this class, the teacher will establish and support an environment that values and nurtures individual and group differences and encourages engagement and interaction. Understanding and respecting multiple experiences and


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