Electronic Communication Devices PolicyProperties of the Real Number SystemCombining Like TermsReview for Exam 1- Chapters 1 & 2Review for Exam 1- Chapters 1 & 2Exam 1- Chapters 1 & 2The Cartesian Coordinate System and Linear Equations in TwoGraphing Linear EquationsSlope of a LineReview for Exam 2-Chapters 3 & 4Review for Exam 2-Chapters 3 & 4Exam 2-Chapters 3 & 4Portfolio Assignment DueNegative ExponentsScientific NotationReview for Exam 3-Chapters 5 & 6Review for Exam 3-Chapters 5 & 6Exam 3-Chapters 5 & 6Solving Quadratic Equations Using FactoringSolving Quadratic Equations Using FactoringApplications of Quadratic EquationsReducing Rational ExpressionsReview for Exam 4-Chapters 7 & 8Review for Exam 4-Chapters 7 & 8Dividing and Simplifying Square RootsAdding and Subtracting Square RootsSolving Radical EquationsSolving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic FormulaSolving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic FormulaReview for Exam 5-Chapters 9 & 10TExam 5-Chapters 9 & 10Review for Comprehensive Final ExamReview for Comprehensive Final ExamComprehensive Final ExamMath 120 SyllabusBeginning Algebra(# Credit Hours: 4 # Class Hours/Week: 4) Class Time: TR 9:00 am – 10:55 amBuilding /Class Room: James McDivitt Hall Room ______Instructor: Mona Baarson Office: JM 234 Phone: 796 – 8579 E-mail: [email protected] Hours / Class Schedule Winter 2006for Mona BaarsonMonday Tuesday Wednesda Thursday FridayOfficial Math Department Syllabus – Created Fall 20051y8:008:30 CLASSPREPARATIONANDDEPARTMENTMEETINGS9:00 OFFICEOFFICEOFFICEOFFICEMath 120JM 219OFFICEOFFICEOFFICEOFFICEMath 120JM 2199:3010:0010:3011:00Math 210JM 247OUT OFOFFICEMath 210JM 247OUT OFOFFICE11:3012:00OFFICEOFFICEOFFICEOFFICE12:25LUNCH LUNCH1:00 Math 151JM 247Math 145JM 248Math 151JM 247Math 145JM 2481:302:002:303:003:304:004:305:00 Other office hour times are available by appointment.Purpose and Learning Objectives"The function of education is to teach the student to think intensively andcritically. Intelligence plus character.... that is the goal of education."Dr. Martin Luther KingCourse Description:Official Math Department Syllabus – Created Fall 20052Math 120 is the study of the following: variables and variable expressions, integers, laws of exponents, Equations (linear, quadratic, rational, radical, and absolute value), linear inequalities, linear systems, coordinate graphing and problem solving.Prerequisite(s): Math 110 or equivalentPlease note: In order to be enrolled in Math 120, you must have received a 2.0 or better in Math 110 (or its equivalent). Also, you must receive a grade of at least 2.0 in Math 120(or its equivalent) in order to enroll in a subsequent math course, if Math 120 (or its equivalent) is a prerequisite to that subsequent course Course Goals: The purpose of this course is to develop a progressive understanding of more basic algebraic skills, concepts, andproblem solving techniques; to obtain a sense of how and why algebra is used, and to be able to relate these problems and use the learned problem solving techniques to real life applications. Great emphasis will be placed on understanding of terms, concepts, principles and theories rather than cramming and memorization.Performance Objectives:I. Core Course Objectives1. Simplify basic algebraic, exponential, rational, and radical expressions using mathematical processes and symbol manipulation.2. Use algebraic processes to solve linear, quadratic, rational, radical and literal equations and linear systems of equations.3. Demonstrate understanding of concepts of linear equations by: graphing a linear equation, finding x- and y- intercepts, and finding the slope of a line.4. Solve basic application problems using algebraic processes and procedural techniques.5. Demonstrate a knowledge of current technology and its uses and/or scientific issues.II. Associate Degree Outcomes- The ability to comprehend and use information including written and oral forms (ADO 2)- Computational Skills and understanding appropriate to the program of study (ADO 3)- Critical thinking and problem solving (ADO 4)- A knowledge of science and technology (ADO 11)Course Information and RequirementsAttendance and Withdrawal Policy"A person who neglects his education "Education is the best neglects his most valuable and provision for old age." vulnerable resource. He neglects Aristotle his future."Official Math Department Syllabus – Created Fall 200531. Office Hours: I will give you a handout with my posted office hours. I will always be available to you during these times. I strongly encourage you to come to me first to get help outside of class. Please do not ever get behind because of lack of understanding. Ialways want to do my best to help you understand this thing called math. If your available time and \mine do not match, then there are other alternatives for help outside of class. If I am not in my office during the posted time, I will leave a note as to my whereabouts. Also always feel free to leave messages on my phone mail . Iwill return your calls.2. Tutoring: Math Tutors are available Monday - Friday in the MeTec Center, located in the lobby of McDivitt Hall. When a schedule for Fall is available, I will provide everyone with one. Also in MeTec, there are video tapes available to be viewed in the Center that correspond to the given course. There is also Computer Tutorial Programs available for some of the courses as well.Besides tutorial help from the MeTec Center, there are also personal tutors available through the Developmental Education Department. If you feel that you need a personal tutor, please come see me and I will put you in touch with the person in charge of this service.3. Study Groups: I strongly encourage you to make a friend or friends in class that you can get together with outside of class. One of the best ways to study and to learn is by helping one another. Like “they” say, “Two heads are better than one.”From the three items above, I hope it is obvious that your success is of utmost importance to all of us here. There is never a need to feel lost because of lack of understanding. There are so many ways for you to obtain math tutoring outside of the regular classroom. There is always some type of
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