MATH 1314 3 3 1 College Algebra MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Division of Arts Sciences South Plains College Reese Center Spring 2012 Traci Sanders Spring 2012 College Algebra MATH 1314 205 MATH 1314 206 TR 9 00 10 45 TR 11 00 12 45 RC 265 RC 265 Instructor Traci Sanders Phone 716 4616 Office Hours Monday 10 00 11 00 2 45 3 30 E mail tsanders southplainscollege edu Office Reese Center 268 C Tuesday 12 45 2 00 Wednesday Thursday 10 00 11 00 12 45 2 00 2 45 3 30 Appointments are available for other times Friday 9 00 11 00 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 e s t1 T e s t2 T e s t3 L a b A v g F in a l 5 Grading Scale A B C D F 90 and above 80 89 70 79 60 69 59 or below C o u rse G ra d e Tests 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 April 9 April 24 May 8 May 8 Spring Break Easter Holiday Last day to drop Final for 9 00 Class 8 00 10 00 Final for 11 00 Class 10 15 12 15 Course 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 perspectives will serve to challenge and stimulate all of us to learn about others about the larger world and about ourselves By promoting diversity and intellectual exchange we will not only mirror society as it is but also model society as it should and can be Math 1314 Course Outline Spring 2012 This schedule is tentative and subject to change Changes will be announced in class Week Topics and Sections Covered 1 1 17 19 Assessment Test 1 2 Linear Equations and Rational Equations 1 3 Models and Applications 1 4 Complex Numbers 1 5 Quadratic Equations 1 5