Houston Community College System
Northwest College
Department of Mathematics
Course Syllabus
For
Math 0312
CRN# 51097, 51066
FALL 2011
Professor: Dr. Ali Khansari
Email: Ali.Khansari@HCCS.Edu
Phone:
(713) 718-5865
Office Hours:
MW 11-12, TR 12:30-1:30
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Houston Community College
Intermediate Algebra
Course Syllabus for Math 0312
Course Description: Topics include factoring techniques, radicals, algebraic fractions,
complex numbers, graphing linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, system of
equations, graphing quadratic equations, and an introduction to functions. Emphasis is placed on
algebraic techniques in order to successfully complete Math 1314 College Algebra.
Credits: 3 Credits (3 Lecture)
Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in Math 0308
Calculator: This instrument is not permitted in this course.
Electronic Devices: The usage of these tools is not permitted during class session. These
include cell phone, laptop, iPod, etc.
Textbook: INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA, 11th Edition. Addison Wesley: Boston, 2008 by
Margaret Lial, John Hornsby, & Terry McGinnis.
Course Intent: This course is the final class in the developmental mathematics
sequence. Its purpose is dual in nature: (1) to complete the final phase of readiness to prepare
students for College Algebra.
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, a student should be able to:
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Add, Subtract, Multiply and Divide Polynomials
Factor Polynomials
Add, Subtract, Multiply and Divide Rational Expressions
Simplify Complex Fractions
Solving Equations Involving Rational Expressions
Graph Linear Equations and Linear Inequalities in Two Variables
Find a Slope of A Line and Write Its Equations
Simplify Equations Involving Rational Exponents and Simplify Radicals
Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide Expressions involving Radicals and Solve
Radical Equations
Add, Subtract, Multiply and Divide Complex Numbers
Solve Quadratic Equations by Factoring, Completing the Square, Use of the
Quadratic Formula and the Square Root Property
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Graph Quadratic Functions and Inequalities
Solve Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
Solve Word Problems
Recognize Functional Notation and Evaluate Functions
Course contents:
Chapter 2 Linear Equations, Inequalities, and Applications
2.1 Linear Equations in One Variable
2.2 Formulas
2.3 Applications of linear equations
2.5 Linear Inequalities in One Variable
2.7 Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities
Examination I
Chapter 3 &4 Graphs, Linear Equations, Functions, & Systems of linear Equations
3.1 The rectangular Coordinate System
3.2 The Slope of a Line
3.3 Linear Equations in Two Variables
3.4 Linear Inequalities in Two Variables
3.5 Introduction to Functions
4.1 Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
Examination II
Chapter 5 Exponents, Polynomials, & Polynomial Functions
5.3 Polynomial Functions
5.4 Multiplying Polynomials
5.5 Dividing Polynomials
Examination III
Chapter 6 Factoring
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
Greatest Common Factors: Factoring by Grouping
Factoring Trinomials
Special Factoring
A General Approach to Factoring
Solving Equations by Factoring
Examination IV
Chapter 7 Rational Expressions and Functions
7.1 Rational Expressions and Functions: Multiplying and Dividing
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7.2
7.3
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Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
Complex Fractions
Equations with Rational Expressions
Applications of Rational Expressions
Examination V
Chapter 8 Roots, Radicals, and Root Functions
8.1
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Radical Expressions
Rational Exponents
Simplifying Radical Expressions
Adding and Subtracting Radical Expressions
Multiplying and Dividing Radical Expressions
8.7 Complex Numbers
Examination VI
Chapter 9 and Chapter 11 Quadratic Equations, Conic sections, and Nonlinear Systems
9.1 The Square Root Property and Completing the Square
9.2 The Quadratic Formula
9.6 More about Parabolas and their Application
9.7 Quadratic and Rational Inequalities
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 your lowest examinations will be cancelled, under no
circumstances may any make-up examination be given.
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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
F or FX=Below 60
Any student who drops this class by 4:30 PM 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 PM 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
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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.
Free Online Tutoring for all HCC Students: Registration is simple.
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Go to WWW.hccs.askonline.net
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Use your own email address
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Choose a user name and password You will remember
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Put your HCCS student ID number in the Comment box
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Submit questions and papers 24/7/365 and get an answer within 24 hours and usually
much faster; and
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Get help with Math, Science, and papers in all subjects.
Final Examination Date:
MW class 12:30-2:00 is on Wednesday, Dec. 14, from 12:00-2:00 PM
TR class 11:00-12:30 is on Tuesday, Dec. 13, from 11:00-1:00 PM
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