Welcome: We will successfully investigate algebra. This course will give you fundamental mathematical tools used throughout the sciences with an emphasis on problem solving. Welcome! Course information: Name: .................................... Elementary Algebra Units: ................................................................... 5 Semester:................................................. Fall 2016 Section Number:........................................... 11966 Dates:....................... Aug 20, 2016 - Dec 15, 2016 Class Meetings:..Mon & Wed 8:00 am – 10:30 am Location:......................................... McClellan 208 Email:................................ [email protected]Telephone Number:................................. 484-8635 Office:......................................... Howard Hall 131 Web Pages:................. ic.arc.losrios.edu/~etgenbm .......................................... www.myopenmath.com ARC Office Hours: Thur:...............5:00 – 5:15 pm McClellan Office Hours: Mon & Wed: .......................10:30 – 11:30 am & 1:00 – 2:00 pm Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, you will be able to: • simplify expressions using the basic operations and properties of real numbers. • solve one-variable equations and inequalities. • combine polynomials using the basic operations of polynomials. • factor a polynomial. • simplify rational expressions. • solve rational equations. • solve linear equations. • graph linear equations. • find the equation of a line given (a) the slope and a point on the line, and (b) two points on the line. • solve and graph systems of linear equations. • simplify expressions containing integer exponents. Simplify expressions containing second and third degree roots. • solve quadratic equations. • graph quadratic equations. • develop an appropriate equation or system of equations and use the resulting equation(s) to solve application problems. Required DVD: The Code by Marcus du Sautoy. UPC 0-54961-8781-9-2 ISBN 978-1-59828-781-3 ARC QA9 .C63 2012 Required Worksheets: Beginning Algebra Worksheets by Benjamin Etgen. Lulu ID: 18847045 www.lulu.com Text: Beginning and Intermediate Algebra edited by Benjamin Etgen. ISBN-13: 978-1-329-69179-7 www.lulu.com Homework & Videos: Visit: www.myopenmath.com Course ID: 10641 Enrollment key: EtgenM100 GeoGebra: Visit: www.geogebra.org/cms/ Classroom Materials: Please bring the following with you to class: • Pencil • Binder and note paper • Pad of Graph paper (square rule) • Calculator Google Mail: Configure your gmail at: https://apps.losrios.edu/ Final Exam: The comprehensive final exam is Wednesday, December 14 from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Elementary Algebra Syllabus Mathematics 100 MW 8:00 How is it possible that mathematics, a product of human thought that is independent of experience, fits so excellently the objects of reality? —Albert Einstein The book of nature is written in the language of mathematics. —Galileo Galilei
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Welcome:We will successfully investigate algebra. This course will give you fundamental mathematical tools used throughout the sciences with an emphasis on problem solving. Welcome!
Student Learning Outcomes:Upon completion, you will be able to:• simplify expressions using the basic operations and properties of real numbers. • solve one-variable equations and inequalities.• combine polynomials using the basic operations of polynomials.• factor a polynomial.• simplify rational expressions.• solve rational equations.• solve linear equations.• graph linear equations. • find the equation of a line given (a) the slope and a point on the line, and (b) two points on the line. • solve and graph systems of linear equations.• simplify expressions containing integer exponents. Simplify expressions containing second and third degree roots.• solve quadratic equations.• graph quadratic equations.• develop an appropriate equation or system of equations and use the resulting equation(s) to solve application problems.
Required DVD:The Codeby Marcus du Sautoy.UPC 0-54961-8781-9-2ISBN 978-1-59828-781-3ARC QA9 .C63 2012
Required Worksheets:Beginning Algebra Worksheetsby Benjamin Etgen.Lulu ID: 18847045www.lulu.com
Text:Beginning and Intermediate Algebraedited by Benjamin Etgen.ISBN-13: 978-1-329-69179-7www.lulu.com
How is it possible that mathematics, a product of human thought that is independent of experience,
fits so excellently the objects of reality?—Albert Einstein
The book of nature is written in thelanguage of mathematics.
—Galileo Galilei
Calculators:A scientific calculator will be appropriate for this class. Programmable or graphing calculators may be used with the permission of the instructor. Calculators may not be shared. Cell phones may not be used as calculators.
Studying & Homework:Studying is the single most important task to pass this class.Give yourself time to study regularly. (1) Begin by studying the section. Each evening slowly re-read the section. This time, ask yourself if each step makes sense. Note the new ideas in the section. Make sure that you can explain them inyour own words. Work through each example on your own on a separate piece of paper. Make clarifying notes as you work. (2) Next, complete your problem set. Do all the assigned problems in order. Notice how the same idea can be applied to different problems. If you have a question refer to your notes first then the book. Make a note of questions to ask. (3) Get in the habit of checking. (4) Finally, read the next section of the book. Look out for new words. Study two hours out of class for each hour in class. In algebra, this means at least two hours for studying each day and at least ten hours each week.
Homework is submitted using MyOpenMath. Completing each homework assignment on-time is a course requirement.
Chapter & Midterm Exams:Exams allow you to demonstrate what you have learned. Study for them by looking over your notes and handouts. Rework difficult problems from homework. Study the
problems in the chapter summary. Complete the review. There will be no make-up midterm exams. Exams which are missed will earn no points.
Participation & Attendance:Participation is very important for your success in mathematics. Be an active learner. Critically examine what we discuss in class. Take excellent notes, explaining each step. Asking questions is the best way to clarify what is being taught. It also helps your fellow students.
In cases of illness or emergency, email or call me on the day of the absence. Attendance is a course requirement. Students who exceed two unexcused absences may be dropped from the course at the professor’s discretion.
Assigning Grades:Grades are assigned fairly and consistently based on the following scale.
A.......................................................90% or more B........................................................80% - 89.9% C........................................................70% - 79.9% D........................................................60% - 69.9%F........................................................59.9% or less
There are many different ways to demonstrate knowledge of the course material. Your final score is computed using a weighted average.
Ethical Conduct:Cheating is submitting for credit the work of another as your own. (Allowing another to submityour work as their own is also cheating.) Cheatingwill not be tolerated. There are severe penalties for cheating, from being dropped and receiving an F in the course to being dismissed from school. Worse, cheating deprives you of an education.• Do not “glance” at other quizzes or exams.• Do not “chat” during quizzes or exams. As a student, your goal is conceptual understanding that allows you to solve problems in other settings. When asked, you will be able to explain your reasoning in your own words and solve similar problems.
Despite an objectivity that has no parallel in the world of art, the motivation and standards of
creative mathematics are more like those of art than of science.
—Lynn Steen
Classroom etiquette:Learning requires a respectful exchange of ideas. Demonstrating respect at all times is a course requirement. You are here to learn, as are your classmates. Please respect the following rules:• Arrive on time.• Be respectful of others.• Turn off pagers and cellular phones.• Listen when others are speaking.• Leave only after class is dismissed.
Other Resources:
Dates to Remember:Sept. 2....................Last Day to Drop with RefundSept. 4............Last Day to Drop without W/EnrollSept. 5....................................................Labor DayOct. 24......(registertovote.ca.gov) Register to VoteNov. 8.................................................Election DayNov. 15..........................Last Day to Drop With WNov. 24-27..........................Thanksgiving HolidayWednesday, Dec 14 (8:00-10:00).........Final ExamMarch 2, 2017............Cal Grant Applications Due
Learning Resource Center Tutoring:
Free, drop-in and individualized tutoring is available to you at the Oak Tree Math Tutoring Center located in the Learning Resource Center.
MESA:
MESA is a learning community for students pursuing four-year degrees in the fields of mathematics, science or engineering. By providing resources, information, opportunities, and financial support, MESA helps students achieve in the classroom, progress academically, and develop professionally. Students receiving financial aid or fee waivers may be MESA eligible. Visit the MESA Center, 131 Liberal Artsor contact Will Davis: [email protected]
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in the face of adversityis invariably matched
by the glory of theresult.
Amendments:Your professor reserves the right to alter this syllabus to conform to Los Rios Community College District Policies, state law, or to improve the quality of education offered by the class. Any changes will be announced in class.