MATH 1090 – COLLEGE ALGEBRA for BUSINESS
MATH 1090-005
Spring 2015
Instructor: Aurora Jensen
Location and time: South City Main Building, room 2-188, TR, between 11 AM- 12:20
PM
Email:ajens198@bruinmail.slcc.edu
Consultation: before class and by appointment
INSTRUCTOR WEB SITE: www.auroradjensen.weebly.com
TEXT: College Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life and Social Sciences
12th ed. by Barnett, Ziegler, Byleen, Prentice Hall, Pearson
INTRODUCTION: Math 1090 satisfies the graduation requirement in mathematics at SLCC.
Math 1030 Quantitative Reasoning, Math 1040 Introduction to Statistics, and Math 1050
College Algebra also satisfy graduation requirements. If you are not sure of the proper course
for you, contact a representative in your major department at SLCC or at your transfer
institution. If you have not chosen a major, contact your academic advisor.
PREREQUISITES: Within the past year you should have completed an intermediate algebra
course, such as Math 1010, with a grade of C or better. Acceptable substitutions for this course
are an ACT score of 22 or better, or a score of at least 50 on the college algebra section of the
CPT. If you do not have documentation for one of these prerequisites, you should enroll in a
math class more appropriate for your background.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course continues to explore, in greater depth, standard Math
1010 algebra topics with applications for business. Topics include: functions including linear,
quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic; systems of equations; matrices and determinants;
linear programming; mathematics of finance.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate theoretical and operational skills of functions, systems, and linear programming.
2. Apply algebraic skills to the formulation and solution of business applications.
3. Advance readily to higher-level math classes including Business Calculus.
COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Demonstrate theoretical and operational skills with functions, including linear, quadratic,
polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions.
2. Solve systems of linear equations in two and three variables, including applications.
3. Demonstrate theoretical and operational skills with linear inequalities and systems of linear,
nonlinear, and quadratic inequalities.
4. Solve linear programming problems and quadratic optimization problems
5. Demonstrate theoretical and operational skills with sequences and series.
6. Represent systems of linear equations using matrices and perform basic matrix operations.
7. Apply algebraic skills to the formulation and solution of business applications.
8. Advance readily to higher level math classes including Applied Calculus.
MATERIALS: The course requires use of a graphing calculator with linear regression. We
recommend the TI-83 or TI-84.
CLASS SCHEDULE: Attached is a schedule for the session. This schedule will be followed as
closely as possible; however, some modifications may be necessary during the semester. Your
instructor will announce any modifications to the schedule in class.
COURSE INFORMATION
SLCC is committed to fostering and assessing the following student learning outcomes in its
programs and courses:
– Acquiring substantive knowledge in the field of their choice
– Developing quantitative literacy
– Developing the knowledge and skills to be civically engaged
– Thinking critically
– Communicating effectively
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT: All students at SLCC must comply with the Student Code of
Conduct: http://www.slcc.edu/policies/docs/Student_Code_of_Conduct.pdf. In particular, note
the Academic Standards on pages 41-43 with regards to cheating, misrepresentation, out-ofclass work, and plagiarism. In compliance with this document, a student who is academically
dishonest will receive an E grade for this course. Also note the Disorderly Conduct sections on
pages 18 and 19.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES IN THE CLASSROOM: No video or audio recording in the
classroom is allowed without written authorization from the instructor. Cell phones and other
electronic devices should be in silent mode during lectures, tests, and the final exam. Such
devices should not be on the desk during lectures, tests, and the final exam. In case of
emergency, students should exit the classroom before they e-mail, text, or use their cell phones.
If students choose to use a computer or electronic device to take notes, they may do so without
distracting their classmates. Computer activities that are not related to the class directly should
not be done during class time. Students who text, talk on a cell phone, or use their electronic
devices to do activities not directly related to the class will be asked to leave the classroom for
disorderly conduct.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY: The last day to drop with 100% refund is February 2. The last day
to withdraw from a course with no refund is March 24. No withdrawals will be approved after
that date.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Students with medical, psychological, learning or other disabilities
desiring accommodations or services under ADA, should contact the Disability Resource
Center (DRC). The DRC determines eligibility for and authorizes the provision of these
accommodations and services for the college. Please contact the DRC at the Student Center,
Suite 244, Redwood Campus, 4600 So. Redwood Rd, 84123. Phone: (801) 957-4659,
TTY: 957-4646, Fax: 957- 4947 or by drc@slcc.edu.
DEPARTMENT AND COLLEGE POLICIES: Read and be aware of the regulations set forth in
the current Class Schedule for this semester, in the SLCC college catalog, and on the
Mathematics Department website http://www.slcc.edu/math/policies.aspx .
COURSE GRADING
GRADING: Grades will be awarded as follows:
Letter Grade
A
A−
B+
B
B−
C+
C
C−
D+
D
D−
E
Minimum % Required
93
90
87
83
80
77
73
70
67
63
60
0
Weights:
Participation
Homework (altogether)
Project(s)
Exams
Final Exam
5% of final grade
15% of final grade
10% of final grade
45% of final grade – 15% each test
25% of final grade
In case of human or computer error, we recommend that students keep all graded coursework
including exams in a folder until they have received a grade for the course.
PARTICIPATION: It is assumed that you are participating when you are in class, and that you
are not participating when you are not in class. Therefore, class attendance is recorded, and
contributes 5% of your course grade.
Homework: You are required to complete your homework and quizzes online using
MyMathLab for College Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life and Social Sciences
12th ed. by Barnett, Ziegler, Byleen, Prentice Hall, Pearson
The online version of the textbook is available within MyMathLab as well as homework practice
problems, quizzes, practice tests, tutorial help. Students will be able to use this program as part of
the registration process choosing to a) enter an access code, b) pay with a credit card, c) get in via
temporary acces. Students will receive the registration email stating that their access is temporary
and information on how to pay for full course access.
To enroll in the optional MyMathLab course
Go to http://pearsonmylabandmastering.com
Make sure you have everything you need to register:
 A valid email address
 The course ID: jensen73847
 Your school zip code: 84123
Follow the instructions on the screen. If you don’t have a student access code you can
buy one online or use the temporary access future (till you buy the access code).
If you have any problems with installation contact customer support.
http://247pearsoned.custhelp.com/
After you enrolled, log in to the course and follow the instructions on the
announcement page.
These exercises are considered the minimum required for a sufficient understanding of the
material. Students are encouraged to work more exercises than those listed (you can use your
book).
Regular practice is essential for success in mathematics; you should be prepared to spend at
least two hours studying outside of class for each hour of class time. Homework problems are
close to the problems which will appear on course examinations and the final exam.
PROJECTS: There will be one project assigned for this semester. The project weight is 10 %
of the final grade. You are required to upload the project in your webpage and write a
reflective paragraph about.
ePORTFOLIO – Each student in General Education courses at SLCC will maintain a General
Education e-Portfolio. Instructors in every Gen Ed course will ask you to put at least one project
from the course into your e-Portfolio, and accompany it with reflective writing. It is a
requirement in this class for you to add your signature assignment to your e-Portfolio along
with a writing reflection. Your e-Portfolio will allow you to include your educational goals,
describe your extracurricular activities, and post your resume. When you finish your time at SLCC,
your e-Portfolio will then be a multi-media showcase of your educational experience. For detailed
information visit:
http://www.slcc.edu/gened/eportfolio.
After you have picked an e-Portfolio platform, go to the corresponding help site to watch the
tutorials and look at the examples so you can get started on your own:
http://slcceportfolio.yolasite.com;
http://slcceportfolio.wordpress.com;http://slcceportfolio.weebly.com.
If you would like to start your e-Portfolio in a computer lab with a person there to help you, sign
up online for one of the free workshops at the Taylorsville-Redwood, South, and Jordan
libraries:
http://libweb.slcc.edu/refilt/forms/eportfolio
TESTING: There will be three exams during the semester and a final examination. All
examinations will be closed book and will be taken during a scheduled class period. Full credit
will be awarded on test problems only if your work can be readily followed and solutions are
precise and clearly indicated. Your instructor may require that some tests or parts of tests be
completed without the assistance of calculators. Students are required to complete every test.
No make-up test will be given.
NO MAKE-UP TESTS will be given without a valid excuse accepted by the instructor
BEFORE the missed test. Any make-up tests must be taken before the graded test is
returned to the class. If the test is not completed before the graded test is returned, a
score of 0% will be entered for the test.
Be sure you can take the final exam at its scheduled time for it is not possible to pass the class
without scoring at least 60% on the Final Exam. It is an SLCC Math Department policy
that you will receive a grade no higher than a D in Math 1090 if your final exam score is
lower than 60%. Copies of old final exams for use in reviewing may be purchased from the
bookstore, or found online at http://www.slcc.edu/math/final-exam-information.aspx .
POSTING OF GRADES: Grades will only be posted in your SLCC MyPage account. Grades will
be posted by May 13th, 2015.