Course Syllabus

Welcome to College Algebra! The following is your course syllabus for the semester.

College Algebra

MATH 102 (Section 14) - 4 units

T/TH – 11:00am-12:50pm. Building B, Rm 124

Spring 2019

Professor: Amanda Talley

Email address: atalley@sbccd.cc.ca.us. Please contact me via email; expect a reply by the next class period.

Office hours: Tuesdays from 12:55pm to 1:55pm, in the adjunct faculty office, located in Building B, Rm 115.

Expected Outside of Class Hours: 8 hour(s) per week

Important Dates:

Instruction Begins:                    8/19/19

Deadline to Add:                        8/30/19

Census Deadline:                       9/09/19

Deadline to Drop:                       9/08/19

Withdrawal Deadline:                11/01/19

Instruction Ends:                       12/20/19

Final Exam:                                 TBD

 

NOTE – CAMPUS IS CLOSED and CLASSES WILL NOT BE HELD ON CAMPUS THE FOLLOWING DATES:

September 2^nd (Labor Day), November 11^th (Veterans Day), and November 28-30 (Thanksgiving)

Pre/Co-requisites

Math 095 or Math 096 or eligibility for MATH 102 as determined through the SBVC assessment process.

Course Description

This course is designed for students with a strong foundation in algebra. It includes the study of polynomial rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, conics, systems of nonlinear equations and inequalities, and an introduction to sequences and series.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate their ability to solve real-world problems employing exponential and logarithmic models by applying properties of exponentials and logarithms and their ability to translate English phrases into mathematical symbols to formulate and solve representative equations.

2. Students will demonstrate their ability to identify the characteristics of linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions by determining their domain, range, and invertibility from graphs and equations.

Required Texts

College Algebra: An Investigation of Functions.

https://sccmath.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/college-algebra-proof-4-with-links-ed4-fall-2017.pdf

Required Materials, or Equipment

Pencil(s), Eraser, Scientific Calculator

Course Web Page

• https://sbccd.instructure.com/  [CANVAS]

COURSE OBJECTIVES FOR STUDENTS:
Upon successful completion of the course the student should be able to:

1. Analyze and investigate properties of functions
2. Synthesize results from the graphs and/or equations of functions

1. Apply transformations to the graphs of functions
2. Recognize the relationship between functions and their inverses graphically and algebraically
3. Solve and apply rational, linear, polynomial, radical, absolute value, exponential, and logarithmic equations and solve linear, nonlinear and absolute value inequalities
4. Solve systems of equations and inequalities
5. Apply techniques for finding zeros of polynomials and roots of equations
6. Apply functions and other algebraic techniques to various real models including STEM applications
7. Analyze conics algebraically and graphically
8. Use formulas to find sums of finite and infinite series

Course Coverage

1. Algebra of functions
1. Function concept
2. Function notation
3. Operations with functions
4. Composition of functions
2. Linear, polynomial, rational, radical, absolute value, exponential, logarithmic functions
1. Definitions
2. Evaluation
3. Domain and range
3.  Inverse of functions
1. Definitions
2. Evaluation
3. Domain and range
4. Relationship of graphs of inverse functions
4. Graphs of functions including 
1. Asymptotic behavior
2. Intercepts
3. Vertices
4. Transformations of the graphs of functions
1. Quadratic
2. Absolute value
3. Radical
4. Rational
5. Exponential
6. Logarithmic
5. Solving equations including
1. Linear
2. Rational
3. Polynomial
4. Radical
5. Exponential
6. Logarithmic
7. Absolute value
6. Inequalities
1. Linear
2. Nonlinear
3. Absolute value
7. Systems of equations and inequalities
1. Linear 
2. Nonlinear
3. Using matrices
4. Applications
8. Properties of conic sections 
1. Algebraically
1. Circle
2. Parabola
3. Ellipse
4. Hyperbola
2. Graphically
1. Circle
2. Parabola
3. Ellipse
4. Hyperbola
9. Sequences and series
1. Arithmetic
2. Geometric
3. Binomial expansion
4. Mathematical expansion
5. Applications
10. Properties and applications of complex numbers
11. Polynomials
1. Remainder theorem
2. Factor theorem
3. Characteristics of zeros of polynomials
4. Polynomial and rational inequalities
5. Applications

Daily Work/Homework

Work diligently on homework. It will help prepare you for course activities, quizzes, and tests. The assignment due dates are intended to keep you on track, please confer with the schedule frequently and come to class prepared to discuss homework problems should they arise. Other assignments may be required as deemed necessary by your professor.

The online homework is located on Canvas.

Homework provides the math practice that you need to overcome math anxiety and under-preparedness. Moreover, you will need to refer to your homework when studying for exams, asking questions and seeking tutorial assistance. If you are absent, you are still responsible for completing homework assignments as scheduled. It is strongly suggested that you secure phone numbers of 2 or 3 classmates in the event that you are absent and need to find out what you missed. No late homework will be accepted. Three homework assignments will be dropped before final grades are calculated. 

Exams

Three tests and one comprehensive final exam will be given. NO MAKE UP TESTS WILL BE GIVEN. You have the option to replace your lowest test score with your final exam grade. If you are absent during a test, your missing score will be treated as your lowest test score. The cumulative final exam will not be dropped.

Class Participation

All interactions in class will be civil, respectful, and supportive of an inclusive learning environment for all students. Feel free to speak to me about any concerns regarding classroom participation and classroom dynamics.

Course Grading

Final course grades will be determined and assigned as follows:

	Homework:	25% of total grade or      maximum points
	Quizzes:	20% of total grade or maximum points
	Three Tests:	30% of total grade or maximum points
	Final Exam:	25% of total grade or maximum points

     Total Percent:  100%

Grade Cutoffs:

90-100%      A

80-89%       B

70-79%       C

60-69%       D

Below 59%   F

Course-Specific Support or Supplementary Instruction

SUCCESS CENTER- Provides tutors and academic support to students.  Located in PS 121.  

Operating Hours -          Monday - Thursday: 8am - 8pm, Friday & Saturday: 9am - 3pm

 COUNSELORS- Counselors are available to assist students with career and curriculum planning decisions, as well as personal problems such as drug and alcohol dependency. Call 384-4404 for additional information (open rarely on Saturdays).

 Operating Hours -         8:00am - 5:00pm (MR)

8:00am - 7:00pm (TW)

8:00am - 2:00pm(F)

Cheating Policy

Cheating constitutes academic dishonesty and, in general will be handled as part of the course grading process.  Penalty may range from no credit for the assignment up to and including exclusion and/or an F grade for the course

The term “plagiarism” includes, but is not limited to, the use, by paraphrase or direct quotation, of the published or unpublished work of another person without full and clear acknowledgment. It also includes the unacknowledged use of materials prepared by another person or agency engaged in the buying or selling of term papers or other academic materials.

The Library

Open Monday – Saturday.  Call 384-8841 for information and current hours.

ADA Accommodations

If you require a disability-related accommodation please let me know as soon as possible so that I can assist you in a timely manner.  You should also contact Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) directly to make your request.  You will be required to provide DSPS with professional verification of your disabling condition(s).  DSPS is located in ADSS 105.  The phone numbers are: Voice: 909-384-4443 and TTY: 888-2357.

Division

Mathematics Division

Division Office

127 Business Bldg. 

Division Secretary

Mrs. Vivian Marquez: (909) 384-8520 or Ms. Melissa Heredia: (909) 384-8908