Houston Community College System
Northwest College
Department of Mathematics
Course Syllabus
For
Math 0308
CRNS # 52621,54158,53944,53946
Fall, 2011
Professor: Dr. Ali Khansari
Email: Ali.Khansari@Hccs.Edu
Phone: (713) 718-5865
Office Hours
MW 11:00 -12:00 &TR 12:30 – 1:30
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Houston Community College
Fundamentals of Math II
Course Syllabus for Math 0308
Course Description: Topics include real numbers, basic geometry, polynomials,
factoring, linear equations, and rational expressions.
Credits: 3 Credit Hours (3 Lecture).
Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in Math 0306
Calculator: This instrument is not permitted in this class.
Electronic Devices: The usage of these tools is not permitted during class session. These
include cell phone, laptop, iPod, etc.
Textbook: Bittinger, MarvinL. & Ellenbogen, David J. 3rd Edition ,Prealgebra and
Introductory Algebra, Addison Wesley: Boston, 2008.
Course Intent: This course is intended for students who have either never been
exposed to algebra or who have been away from the subject for quite some time.
Particularly, this course is intended to prepare students for the study of Intermediate
Algebra that builds the foundation for the study of College Algebra.
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, a student should be
able to:
1. Find the perimeter and area of rectangles, squares, parallelograms, triangles,
trapezoids, and circles; volumes and surface area, relations between angle
measures, congruent and similar triangles, and properties of parallelograms.
2. Find the perimeter and area of rectangles, squares, parallelograms, triangles,
trapezoids, and circles; volume and surface area, relations between angle
measures, congruent and similar triangles, and properties of parallelograms.
3. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide real numbers and manipulate certain
expressions
4. Solve problems using equations and inequalities.
5. Solve problems using scientific notation.
6. Factor polynomials using the techniques of the greatest common factor, difference
of two squares, special trinomials, grouping, and solving equations by factoring.
7. Add, subtract, multiply and divide, and simplify rational expressions.
8. Plot ordered pairs and graph linear equations.
Course Contents:
Chapter 8 Geometry
8.1 Basics Geometric Figures
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8.2 Perimeter
8.3 Area
8.4 Circle Surface Area
8.5 Volume and Surface Area
8.6 Relationships between Angle Measures
8.7 Congruent Triangles and Properties of Parallelograms
8.8 Similar Triangles
Examination I
Chapter 9 Introduction to Real Numbers and Algebraic Expressions
9.1 Introduction to Algebra
9.2 The Real Numbers
9.3 Addition of Real Numbers
9.4 Subtraction of Real Numbers
9.5 Multiplication of Real Numbers
9.6 Division of Real Numbers
9.7 Properties of Real Numbers
9.8 Simplifying Expression; Order of Operations
Examination II
Chapters 10 and 11 Solving Equations and Inequalities
10.1 Solving Equations: The Addition Principle
10.2 Solving Equations: The Multiplication Principle
10.3 Using the Principles Together
10.4 Formulas
10.5 Applications of Percent
10.6 Applications and Problem Solving
10.7 Solving Inequalities
11.1 Graphs and Applications [Choose (x,y) coordinates that are integers]
11.2 Graphing Linear Equations [Choose (x,y) coordinates that are integers]
Examination III
Chapter 12 Polynomials: Operations
12.1 Integers as Exponents
12.2 Exponents and Scientific Notation
12.3 Introduction to Polynomials
12.4 Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials
12.5 Multiplication of Polynomials
12.6 Special Products
12.7 Operations with Polynomials in several Variables
12.8 Division of Polynomials (Monomial Divisors only)
Examination IV
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C hapter 13 Polynomial: Factoring
13.1 Introduction to Factoring
13.2 Factoring Trinomials of the Type ax2+bx+c, when a=l
13.3 Factoring ax2+bx+c, a=1: The Foil Method
13.4 Factoring ax2+bx+c, a=1: The ac—Method
13.5 Factoring Trinomial Squares and Differences of Squares
13.6 Factoring: A General Strategy
13.7 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
13.8 Applications of Quadratic Equations Algebra
Chapter 14 and Chapter 16 Rational Expressions and Equations and Radical Expressions
14.1 Multiplication and Simplifying Rational Expressions
14.2 Division and Reciprocals
16.1 Introduction to Radical Expressions
Examination V
Grading Scale:
Five of Six Tests
* My Math Lab *
Final Examination
Total:
60 %
10%
30%
100
%
* It is each student's sole responsibility to receive at least a minimum score
of 80% on each individual assigned lab work during the semester in order
to receive 10% which will be added to his or her final grade average in
this course. This can be accomplished by going to our computer lab or
from home or any other location with internet access. You will be given
instruction as how to activate My Math Lab Program during the first
week of this semester. All of your assignments for My Math Lab will be
due on the same time as your final exam.
Final Examination: The final examination is departmental and consists of a set of
multiple-choice problems. The problems cover only the material required in this course.
Make-up Policy: Since one of the lowest tests will be deleted, under no
circumstances may any make-up tests be given.
Grading System: The final course average will be used in the usual manner as follows:
A=90-100
B=80-89
C=70-79
D=60-69
For FX=Below 60
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Any student who drops this class by 4:30 P.M. on Nov. 3, 2011 will receive a W for the
course. If a student stops coming to class without dropping it by this date, he/she will
receive an F for the course. Students who score less than 50% on the final exam will be
awarded a course grade of F. Students who score greater than or equal 50 % and less than
60% on the final exam will be awarded a grade of D or F. However, if you make a score
equal to 60% on your final exam, your course grade will be based of the above grading
system.
Class Attendance and Withdrawal Policies: Students are expected to attend classes
regularly. They are responsible for material covered during their absence, and it is the student's
responsibility to consult with me for makeup assignments. Class attendance is checked daily. A
student may be dropped from this course for absenteeism after he/she has accumulated absences
in excess of six hours. . The state of Texas has begun to impose penalties on students who drop
courses excessively. For example, if you repeat the same class more than twice, you have to pay
extra tuition. In 2007, the Texas Legislatures passed a law limiting new students (those starting
college in fall 2007) to no more than six total withdrawals throughout their academic career in
obtaining a baccalaureate degree. To help students avoid having drop/withdraw from a class, you
must visit a faculty advisor, a counselor on line at: http//studentservicesonline.hccs.edu/ prior
to withdrawing the class and this must be done by 4:30 P.M. on Nov. 3, 2011, in order to
receive a W on your transcript. After this deadline, you will receive the grade of F.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Any student with a documented disability (e.g.
physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable
accommodations must contact the Disability Services Office at the respective college at the
beginning of each semester. Faculty members are authorized to provide only the
accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office. If you have any questions,
please contact the Disability Counselor Ms. Mahnaz Kolani for HCC-Northwest College at
713-718-5667 or call Ms. Donna Price at 713-718-5165.
Scholastic Dishonesty: Students are responsible for conducting themselves with honor
and integrity in fulfilling course requirements. Penalties and/or disciplinary proceedings may
be initiated against any student accused of scholastic dishonesty.
Students ' Conduct: No student may disrupt or otherwise interfere with any educational
activity being performed by a member of the College System. In addition, no student may
interfere with his/her fellow students' right to pursue academic goals to the fullest in an
atmosphere appropriate to a community of scholars. Any student failing to abide by
appropriate standards of : conduct during scheduled college activities may be asked to
leave that day's class or activity by the instructor or another college official.
EGLS3 -- Evaluation for Greater Learning Student Survey System
At Houston Community College, professors believe that thoughtful student feedback is necessary to
improve teaching and learning. During a designated time, you will be asked to answer a short online
survey of research-based questions related to instruction. The anonymous results of the survey will be
made available to your professors and division chairs for continual improvement of instruction. Look for
the survey as part of the Houston Community College Student System online near the end of the term.
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Final Examination Date for:
 MW class 8:00–9:30 AM is on Wed. Dec. 14, from 8:0010:00 AM
 MW class 9:30-11:00 AM is on Mon. Dec. 12, from 9:0011:00 AM
 TR class 8:00-9:30 AM is on THU. Dec. 15, from 8:00-10:00
AM
 TR class 9:30-11:00 AM is on TUE. Dec. 13, from 9:0011:00 AM
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