Math  0097

Introductory Algebra

 

 

 

Instructor:  Harriet Kiser                                              

Phone:  706- 295-6306 Division                                                                                              

 707-368-7527 Office

Email:  hkiser@highlands.edu

 

Office: Located in Division of Science and Math   W-347                                 

Office Hours: Posted by semester; scheduled appointments

Textbook:         Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, a combined course;  McKeague.

 

Prerequisite: None

 

Course Description: This course is a review of elementary algebra. Topics include real numbers, exponents, polynomials, equation solving, factoring, rational expressions, and radicals.

 

Course Content:

Chapter 1, sec. 1-9 The Real Number System

Chapter 2, sec. 1-8 Linear Equations and Applications

Chapter 3, sec. 1-8 Graphing and Systems

Chapter 4, sec. 1-8 Exponents and Polynomials

Chapter 5, sec. 1-7 Factoring

 

 

Student Learning Outcomes: The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply mathematical thought and methods.

Expected Result (1): The student will be able to demonstrate arithmetic and algebraic skills in solving equations and inequalities.

Expected Result (2): The student will be able to graph both abstract and real-life functions and other relationships.

Expected Result (3): The student will be able to model concrete problems and arrive at solutions.

 

Evaluation:        In this course you will have five (5) tests and a comprehensive final exam.  You will be allowed to drop your lowest test grade.  Your semester average will be determined as follows:

 

                        T + T + T + T + Final Exam

                        --------------------------   =    Semester Grade

                                    5

***   Attention!!! If you have an average of 90 or better from your top 4 test grades you will exempt the Final.

 

 

Note:  Grades will be assigned as follows:

 

                                    90 - 100          A

                                    80 - 89             B

                                    70 - 79             C

                                    60 - 69             D

                                      0 - 59             F

 

Course Withdrawal Deadline: Check the schedule or ask your instructor for the last day to withdraw and possibly receive a "W"--after this date a "W" may be issued only in cases of documented hardship (which does not include performing poorly in this class).

 

A grade of W cannot be assigned after midterm except in unusual cases, and then only with the approval of the Vice-President.  Any student absent more than three (3) days will not be eligible for a grade of (IP).  Please note that any student enrolled in a credit level course cannot drop a developmental course without first dropping all credit level courses.

 

Disability Syllabus Statement

Any student who feels they may need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability should make an appointment with the Access Center to coordinate reasonable accommodations. You are welcome to contact me privately to discuss your specific needs.

 

 

 

 

           

 

Attendance:  Regular attendance is essential.  It is recommended that you attend class every day.  Please consult with the instructor in advance if an absence becomes necessary.  If you are absent from class on the day of a test without consulting the instructor in advance, you will not be allowed to make up the test and a grade of zero (0) will be assigned for this test.  There will be NO "make-up test" and NO "re-test".

 

Tutorials: The Math Lab, located in the Tutorial Center in the Library, offers one on one tutoring as well as software and videos to accompany your text book. Please take advantage of the excellent services offered by the Tutorial Center if you are having any difficulties. Act promptly—don’t get behind!!

 

Supplements to the text:

This text is accompanied by a CD-ROM, which contains tutorials and practice problems. We will be using these in class as well as for outside class assignments.

Videos created by the author of this text are available in the Math Lab. They may be checked out as needed.

 

 

Syllabus Statement Regarding Calculator Usage

 

Each student taking this course needs access to a TI-83 or equivalent

graphing/scientific calculator.   Students will use their calculator

while participating in class, taking exams, and completing homework

exercises.   Please note that sharing calculators during graded

assignments is not permitted

 

 

 

Team Goal—Mathematics: The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply mathematical thought and methods.

 

Related Team Outcomes

  • Students will be able to demonstrate algebraic skills in solving equations.
  • Students will be able to model concrete problems and arrive at solutions.
  • Students will be able to use appropriate technology to enhance mathematical thinking and understanding.

 

REMEMBER--FLOYD COLLEGE IS A SMOKE FREE AND TOBACCO FREE CAMPUS!

 

Disruptive behavior in the classroom will not be tolerated.