COURSE TITLE: COURSE NUMBER:
College Algebra MAC 1105
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is primarily a conceptual study of functions and graphs, their applications, and of systems of equations and inequalities. Linear, quadratic, rational, absolute value, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions will be investigated. A “C” grade or higher must be earned in this course to satisfy part of the general education requirements in mathematics and to advance to a higher mathematics course. 3 Semester hours credit.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
PREREQUISITES:
Successful completion of the equivalent of one year of high school Algebra I and one year of high school Algebra II and an acceptable score on a state approved mathematics placement test, or a “C” or higher in MAT 1033, or a grade of “C” or higher in the high school equivalent course for MAT 1033 (Math for College Readiness) within the past two years and an acceptable score on a state approved mathematics placement test.
NAME(S) OF INSTRUCTOR(S):
Georgia Ashmore, Dr. Rose Cavin, Dr. Irma Cruz-White, Charlene Lord, JoAnn Parish, Stan
Young. Instructors vary from semester to semester.
DATE OF LATEST REVISION: 2010-2011
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:
Rockswold, Gary. College Algebra Through Modeling and Visualization , 3rd Edition, Pearson:
Addison Wesley Longman, Inc., 2006, ISBN 0321279085 or 9780321279088.
OR
Rockswold, Gary. Essentials of College Algebra with Modeling and Visualization , 3 rd
Edition,
Pearson: Addison Wesley Longman, Inc., 2008, ISBN 0321448898 or 9780321448897.
A graphing calculator is also required for this course. The instructor will be using a TI-83 or
TI-84 for classroom demonstrations.
GRADING POLICIES:
The standing of a student in each course is expressed by one of the following letters and corresponding grading system:
A – 100 – 93
B – 92 – 83
C – 82 – 70
D – 69 – 60
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F – 59 or less
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor practices.
The Chipola Catalog provides specific information regarding other outcomes from the grading system. A student’s Grade Point Average is derived from the grading system/quality point scale.
DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC MATHEMATICS COMPETENCIES / LEARNING
OUTCOMES:
MAC 1105 is a General Education core course in Area 3 – Math.
The student will be able to:
M-1 Apply arithmetic, algebraic, geometric , and higher-order thinking skills to modeling and solving real-world situations.
M-2 Represent and evaluate basic mathematical information verbally, numerically, graphically, and symbolically.
M-3. Expand mathematical reasoning skills to develop convincing mathematical arguments.
M-4 Use appropriate technology to enhance mathematical thinking and understanding and to solve mathematical problems and judge the reasonableness of the results.
M-5 Interpret mathematical models such as formulas, graphs, tables and schematics, and draw inferences from them.
M-6 Develop the view that mathematics is an evolving discipline, interrelated with human culture, and understand its connections to other disciplines.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES FOR MAC 1105:
See chart, last page.
MEANS OF ACCOMPLISHING OUTCOMES:
Teacher facilitated: The teacher will be leading class discussions on the material contained in the text.
Student-centered: The students will be solving problems using their own graphing calculators.
Office Hours: The instructor will be available during office hours for individual assistance. The instructor’s schedule can be found posted on D2L, their web site, and/or on their office door.
ACE tutors: Student tutors are available in the Academic Center of Excellence (ACE). Hours can be found posted each semester on the lab door and/or via the web site.
LIBRARY AND ON-LINE REFERENCE MATERIALS:
The library is a comprehensive, learning resource center providing information in print, electronic, and multimedia format to support the educational objectives of the College. In
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addition to print media, online catalogs and resources can be accessed through www.linccweb.org
and www.netlibrary.com
. Library hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
Chipola’s website is located at www.chipola.edu
.
Videotapes developed especially for the text, featuring material from every section of the text, are available for checkout from the Chipola Library.
InterAct Math Tutorial Software is available to all students via internet access at www.interactmath.com
. This software includes exercises that are similar to the exercises in the textbook, and provides worked out examples and guided solutions. An introduction to the use of this software will be integrated in the course at the beginning of the semester. This software requires installation of a plug-in that is available on the computers in the Tech Center in the
Chipola Library.
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor recommendations and resources.
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
The Information Technology Center (Tech Center), located in the library, and the Academic
Center of Excellence (ACE), located in Building L, are equipped with computer workstations.
Lab hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
A graphing calculator is required for this course. The instructor will be using a TI-83 or TI-84 for classroom demonstrations.
ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE:
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor assignment schedule.
ATTENDANCE AND WITHDRAWAL POLICIES:
Chipola College expects regular attendance of all students. Students who are absent from classes for any reason other than official college activities must satisfy the instructor concerned that the absence was due to illness or other clearly unavoidable reasons. Otherwise, the student may suffer grade loss at the discretion of the instructor.
Chipola policy allows each instructor to specify in the course handout the attendance policy. It also allows the instructor to decide whether or not an absence is excusable and what affect the absence or tardy may have on the grade.
A student is allowed to repeat a course a maximum of three (3) times. On the third attempt a student (1) must bear the full cost of instruction, (2) cannot withdraw, and (3) must receive a grade.
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor or department-specific attendance and withdrawal policy.
MAKE-UP POLICY:
Chipola allows each instructor to specify in the instructor handout the makeup policy.
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See your First Day Handout for individual instructor or department-specific attendance and withdrawal policy.
ACADEMIC HONOR CODE POLICY:
Students are expected to uphold the Academic Honor Code. Chipola College’s Honor Code is based on the premise that each student has the responsibility to:
1) uphold the highest standards of academic honesty in his/her own work;
2) refuse to tolerate academic dishonesty in the college community; and
3) foster a high sense of honor and social responsibility on the part of students.
Further information regarding the Academic Honor Code may be found in the Chipola Catalog,
Student Governance section.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES POLICY:
Chipola College is committed to making all programs and facilities accessible to anyone with a disability. Chipola’s goal is for students to obtain maximum benefit from their educational experience and to effectively transition into the college environment.
Students with disabilities are requested to voluntarily contact the Office of Students with
Disabilities to complete the intake process and determine their eligibility for reasonable accommodations.
LINKING COURSE-LEVEL OUTCOMES WITH DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC
COMPETENCIES AND ASSESSMENT METHODS
COURSE-LEVEL STUDENT LEARNING
OUTCOMES FOR MAC 1105
The Student will:
Perform arithmetic calculations on the graphing
COLLEGE-LEVEL
AND DISCIPLINE-
SPECIFIC
GENERAL
EDUCATION
COMPETENCIES
M4, T5
**ASSESSMENT METHOD
USED BY FACULTY
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC), calculator
Determine statistical values for one variable data
(mean, median, and range)
Examine the relationship between dependent and independent variables in functions
M4, T5
M1,M2
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
M2, T5 Examine functions in three formats, visual, numerical, and symbolic
Evaluate functions symbolically M2
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
Evaluate functions graphically
Determine the domain and range of functions given in a variety of formats
Identify the characteristics of constant, linear and nonlinear functions
M4, T5
M1,M2, T5
M1,M2, T5
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
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COURSE-LEVEL STUDENT LEARNING
OUTCOMES FOR MAC 1105
The Student will:
Write the equation of a line
COLLEGE-LEVEL
AND DISCIPLINE-
SPECIFIC
GENERAL
EDUCATION
COMPETENCIES
M2
**ASSESSMENT METHOD
USED BY FACULTY
Solve linear equations and inequalities symbolically M2
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
Solve absolute value equations symbolically
Solve quadratic equations symbolically using factoring and/or the quadratic formula
Solve linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations and inequalities graphically
Perform calculations with imaginary and complex numbers
Identify the characteristics of the graph of higher order polynomial functions, rational functions, exponential functions and logarithmic functions
Determine the zeros of polynomial functions symbolically
Determine the zeros of polynomial functions graphically
Solve rational, exponential, and logarithmic equations using a variety of techniques
M2
M2
M4, T5
M2
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
M3, M4, T5 UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
M2
M4, T5
M4, T5
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
Use regression analysis on the graphing calculator to model a given set of data
Use regressions equations to examine trends and make predictions
M1,M3,
M4,M6, T5
M1,M3,M5,
M6,T5
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
UT(CR/MC),CF(MC),
SA, Obs., HW
**ASSESSMENT CODES
UT = Unit Tests
CF = Cumulative Final
CR = Constructed Response
MC = Multiple Choice
HW = Homework
SA . = Self-Assessment
Obs.
= Observation
For a list of Chipola’s General Education Core Competencies, see www.chipola.edu
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