Spring 2015 - Math 096 – Intermediate Algebra
Text: Intermediate Algebra (Concepts With Applications) by Charles P. McKeague
ISBN: 978-1-936368-06-8
Instructor:
MaryAnne Weaver
E-Mail:
maryanne.weaver@wnc.edu
Office Hours (Bristlecone 343):
Monday and Wednesday: 5:15 – 6:15pm
Course Credit: This is a 3 credit hour course and does not transfer to other institutions.
Prerequisites: MATH 095 or one unit of high school algebra and one unit of high school geometry, or
appropriate score on the WNC placement or equivalent test.
Description: Offers a second course in algebra. Studies polynomial, rational and radical expressions; linear,
quadratic and polynomial equations; linear and absolute value inequalities; relations, functions and their graphs;
systems of linear equations; and applications.
Objectives: Upon completion of this course, successful students should be able to do the following:
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Read, write, simplify, and manipulate polynomial, rational and radical expressions.
Solve linear equations.
Solve quadratic equations using factoring and the quadratic formula.
Solve simple polynomial equations.
Solve linear and absolute value inequalities.
Identify functions.
Graph, find slope, and equation of linear functions.
Graph simple quadratic functions.
Use Pythagorean and distance formulas.
Solve a system of linear equations.
Solve application problems.
Course Mechanics:
Assignments: There will be 22 homework assignments and each will be graded on a 10 point scale.
Each homework assignment is due the following class meeting. Homework is assigned for your benefit. Math is
a skill, and like any skill it must be honed through practice and repetition. Therefore you must show all work on
every problem. Please keep up with assignments. They will be due at the beginning of the class period following
the day they were assigned. There will be a 5 point deduction for each class period an assignment is late.
Homework must have your name and the chapter/section number clearly written at the top of the page.
Please circle or highlight your answers. Neatness is absolutely crucial. If I can't read your work and find your
answer then I cannot grade it. Please also include an answer column on the right hand portion of the page.
Organization and neatness are good habits and make it easier for you to go back and read your own work. All
assignments must be submitted in pencil and not a pen.
Exams: There will be 4 exams worth 100 points each. There will be no makeup exams. It's important to
remember that because math concepts build upon one another, mathematics exams are essentially
comprehensive. Please take the time to study a little bit every day; don't cram at the last minute!
Tentative Class Schedule:
1/21/2015
1.1, 1.2, 1.3
3/30/2015
5.3, 5.4
1/26/2015
1.4, 1.5
4/1/2015
5.5, 5.7, 5.8
1/28/2015
1.6, 1.7
4/6/2015
6.1, 6.2
2/2/2015
2.1
4/8/2015
6.3, 6.4
2/4/2015
2.2, 2.3
4/13/2015
6.5, 6.6?, 9.1
2/9/2015
2.4, 2.5
4/15/2015
Review Day
2/11/2015
2.6
4/20/2015
Exam
2/18/2015
Review Day
4/22/2015
7.1
2/23/2015
Exam
4/27/2015
7.2, 7.3
2/25/2015
3.1, 3.5
4/29/2015
7.4
3/2/2015
4.1, 4.2
5/4/2015
7.5
3/4/2015
4.3, 4.4
5/6/2015
7.6
3/9/2015
4.5, 4.7
Finals Week:
3/11/2015
Review Day
5/11/2015
Review for Final
3/23/2015
Exam
5/13/2015
Final Exam
3/25/2015
5.1, 5.2
Grading:
Grade
Percentage
Grade
Percentage
A
95-100
C
73-76
A-
90-94
C-
70-72
B+
87-89
D+
67-69
B
83-86
D
63-66
B-
80-82
D-
60-62
C+
77-79
F
< 60
INSTRUCTOR CONTACT: maryanne.weaver@wnc.edu
If you ask about an exercise by email, please include the entire question.
Withdrawal Policy: Students must formally withdraw from the course to receive a W. The last day to withdraw
for the Spring 2015 semester is March 27th. If you don't formally withdraw and quit coming to class, you will
receive an F.
Attendance: Being in class every day is the key to succeeding in algebra. Missing one lecture makes
understanding future material more difficult. Students who miss more than 3 classes may receive an F. If you
must miss a class, please arrange to get the notes from another student.
Classroom Etiquette: No talking or cell phone use is allowed in my class. If you absolutely must use the phone,
please step outside. If it can wait, let it wait. Remember: it is to your benefit to listen and pay attention during
lectures.
Tutoring: There is free tutoring available at the Academic Skills Center in Bristlecone 330 everyday. If you
have any questions about the material please take advantage of this free service! Get help early and often! Also
be sure to check our book's online resources and videos.
Academic Integrity: Copying someone else's work is cheating and is a breach of university policy. If you are
found cheating on an exam you will receive an automatic F.
I encourage any student needing to request accommodations for a specific disability to please meet with
me or the DSS coordinator (445-3275) at your earliest convenience to ensure timely and appropriate
accommodations.