MASSASOIT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Fall 2012
INSTRUCTOR: Dolores Shea
Office:
T 326
Tutoring Hours: MWF: 10 – 1PM, TR:9AM – 1 PM
Phone:
1-508-588-9100 ext. 1078
Email:
dshea@massasoit.mass.edu
COURSE TITLE/NUMBER:
Introductory Algebra:
11074 MATH101 L1 (MWF 9:00AM – 9:50AM)
Classroom: T 541
GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to provide the fundamental concepts of algebra and examine
some simple applications of these concepts, i.e. word problems. Topics include signed
numbers, algebraic expressions, linear equation and inequalities in one variable, the
Cartesian coordinate system, linear equations and inequalities in tow variables, systems
of equations, and descriptive statistics (e.g. mean, median, mode, and reading graphs).
Note: Credits earned in this course cannot be applied toward graduation.
Prerequisite: C- or better in Fundamentals of Mathematics (MATH010) or waiver by
placement testing results or Department Approval.
TEXT:
Aufmann & Lockwood, Introductory Algebra: An Applied Approach 8E- AIM,
Houghton Mifflin Company 2011.
TEACHING PROCEDURE: Each class will begin with a discussion of the previously
assigned homework problems. New material will be presented in the form of lecture,
group work and sample problems.
GETTING HELP: If you are having trouble with the coursework, you are encouraged to
seek additional help. I am available in the tutoring room (T 432) for tutoring (my hours
are listed above). Seek help as soon as you find yourself falling behind in your class
work.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: “ Students with disabilities who believe that they
may need accommodations in the classroom are encouraged to contact a disability
counselor as soon as possible. Students with learning disabilities should contact Andrea
Henry, at extension 1805. Students with physical disabilities should contact Mary Berg,
at extension 1425. All students at the Canton Campus should contact Mary Berg at
extension 2132. Students at the Middleboro campus should contact Andrea Henry at ext.
1805.”
NO MAKE-UPS WILL BE GIVEN on hour exams unless you know in advance that you
will be absent and make arrangements with the instructor. The lowest test grade will be
dropped, however, if you miss a test that grade will be the one dropped.
CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR: In order to create an effective learning and teaching
environment, appropriate and courteous student classroom behavior is expected at all
times. Disruptive or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. You are expected to
fully comply with all college rules and regulations outlined in the Student Handbook.
ATTENDANCE: A students’ attendance will count as 10% of the final grade. In order
to receive a satisfactory grade in this course, a student should miss no more than six
classes. The following absences will be equivalent to a numerical grade: 1 absence =
93%, 2 absences = 86%, 3 absences =79%, 4 absences = 73%, 5 absences = 66%, and 6
absences = 58%.
COURSE POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
1. Students are encouraged to attend all classes. In the event that a student must
miss a class, it is the responsibility of the student to do all homework
assignments.
2. There will be four hand-in assignments which will be graded and counted as
one test grade (10%).
3. There will be seven in class tests, but the lowest test grade will be dropped
(60%).
4. Attendance will count as one test grade (10% see above for calculating).
5. 80% of the final grade will result from the test grades, hand-in assignments,
and attendance.
6. Final Exam will count as two test grades (20%).
GRADING SYSTEM: Grades are reported using a 4.0 system
A
4.0 93 and above: Excellent
C1.7 70-72
A3.7 90-92
D+
1.3 67-69
B+
3.3 87-89
D
1.0 63-66: Unsatisfactory
B
3.0 83-86: Good
D0.7 60-62
B2.7 80-82
F
0.0 Below 60: Failure
C+
2.3 77-79
I
Incomplete is given at the
C
2.0 73-76
discretion of the professor.
COURSE TOPICS: (Test dates are tentative)
I Chapter 1: Pre-Algebra Review
1.1
Integers: p. 6 #3-63 odd
1.2
Add & Subtract Integers: p. 12 #3-73 odd
1.3
Multiply & Divide Integers: p. 21 #1-57 odd
1.4
Order of Operations Agreement: p. 27 #1-19 odd, 33-63 odd
1.6
Add & Subtract Rational Numbers: p.41 #43-77 odd, 83-103 odd
1.7
Multiply & Divide Rational Numbers: p. 51 #1-33 odd, 37-55 odd
Percents: p. 53 #85-103 odd
TEST: September 12, 2012
II Chapter 2: Variable Expressions
2.1
Variable Expressions: p. 47 #1-205 odd
2.2
Simplify Variable Expressions: p. 88 #3-141 odd
2.3
Translate Variable Expressions: p. 96 #1-55 odd
** Descriptive Statistics Packet
Circle, Line, and Bar Graphs
Mean, Median, and Mode
TEST: Sept 21, 2012.
III Chapter 3: Solving Equations
3.1
Introduction to Equations: p 125 # 1-145 odd
3.2
General Equations I: p. 139 #1-103 odd
3.3
General Equations II: p. 149 #3 -53 odd
TEST: Oct. 4, 2012
NO CLASS: Oct. 8, 2012 (Columbus Day – Monday)
9.2
Equations with Inequalities: p. 457 #1-33 odd, 43-81 odd
9.3
Solve General Inequalities: p. 463 #1-19 odd
3.4
Translating sentences into Equations: p. 157 #1-23 odd
3.5
Mixture Problems: p. 173 #1-9 odd
6.6
Ratio & Proportions: p. 322 #1-29 odd
6.7
Literal Equations: p. 328 # 1-39 odd
TEST: October 26, 2012
IV Chapter 7: Linear Equations in Two Variables
7.1
The Rectangular Coordinate System: p.360 #1-27odd
7.2
Linear Equations in Two Variables: p.370 #1-35 odd
7.3
Intercepts & Slopes of Straight Lines: p. 380 #1-45 odd, 49-69 odd
No Class: Monday: November 12, 2012 Veterans’ Day
 Last day to withdraw for a class is November 13, 2012
TEST: November 16, 2012
Thanksgiving Recess: November 22-25, 2012
6.4
Equations of Straight Lines: p. 388 #7-45 odd
9.4
Graphing Linear Inequalities: p. 467 #1-25 odd
8.1
Graphing Linear Equations: p. 408 #1-39 odd
Perpendicular and Parallel found here
TEST: Nov.28, 2012
V Chapter 8: Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
8.2
Solving Systems of Equations by Graphing and by the Substitution
Method: p. 418 #3-31odd, 37-45 odd
8.3
Solving Systems of Equations by the Addition Method: p. 426 #1-35
8.4
Application Problems in Two Variables: p. 432 #1-13 odd, 15, 17
TEST: December 12, 2012
*Last Day of Class December 14, 2012
FINAL EXAM: December 19, 2012 8AM – 10 AM
OUTCOMES BASED LEARNING MATRIX
Course: MATH101 Introductory Algebra
Department: Mathematics
Course Description: This course is designed to provide the fundamental concepts of algebra and examine
some simple applications of these concepts, i.e. word problems. Topics include signed numbers, algebraic
expressions, linear equations and inequalities in one variable, the Cartesian coordinate system, linear
equations and inequalities in two variables, systems of equations, and descriptive statistics (e.g. mean,
median, mode, and reading graphs). Note: Credits earned in this course cannot be applied to graduation.
Prerequisite: C- or better in Fundamentals of Mathematics (MATH010) or waiver by placement testing
results or Departmental Approval
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES:
COURSE OUTCOMES
OUTCOMES ACTIVITIES
At the end of this course, students will be able
to
Apply the rules of signed numbers, the order of 1. Add, subtract, multiply and divide signed
operations agreement, and the rules for
rational numbers. (W,R,CT,QS)
simplifying algebraic expressions in order to
2. Simplify numeric expressions according to
have the basic skills necessary for successful
the order of operations. (emphasis on
completion of the other topics in this course
integers) (W,R,CT,QS)
and related topics in other courses.
3. Evaluate variable expressions.
(W,R,CT,QS)
4. Simplify algebraic expressions using the
distributive law. (W,R,CT,QS)
5. Combine like terms. (W,R,CT,QS)
Solve first degree equations and inequalities in 1. Determine whether a given number is a
one variable in order to solve problems that
solution of an equation/inequality.
can be modeled by these types of relationships.
(W,R,CT,QS)
2. Solve equations/inequalities of the form
ax  b, x  a  b, ax  b  c, ax  b  cx  d.
(W,R,CT,QS)
3. Solve equations/inequalities containing
fractions and parentheses. (W,R,CT,QS)
Plot points and graph linear equations and
inequalities on the Cartesian coordinate system
in order to use these skills to solve related
problems in this and related courses.
Determine an equation of a given line in order
to solve application problems in this and
related courses.
Solve systems of linear equations in order to
solve applications problems in this and related
courses.
Solve simple descriptive statistics problems in
order to analyze and interpret data in real word
situations.
Strengthen Core Competencies** in order to
increase success in this and other courses and
in the workplace.
4. Solve literal equations. (W,R,CT,QS)
5. Solve proportions. (W,R,CT,QS)
6. Translate and solve number problems,
percent problems, ratio and proportion
problems. (W,R,CT,QS)
1. Plot points and find the coordinates of a
given point. (W,R,CT,QS)
2. Graph an equation/inequality by plotting
points, by finding the x-, and y-intercepts,
and by using the slope-intercept method.
(W,R,CT,QS)
3. Graph an equation/inequality of the form
y  mx  b, Ax  By  C, y  b, x  a.
(W,R,CT,QS)
1. Find the slope of a line given two points or
given an equation of the line. (W,R,CT,QS)
2. Write an equation of a line given a point
and the slope, two points, or information
about parallel and perpendicular lines.
(W,R,CT,QS)
3. Determine when two lines are parallel,
perpendicular or neither.(W,R,CT,QS)
1. Solve a system of linear equations in two
variables by graphing, the substitution
method, and the addition method.
(W,R,CT,QS)
2. Determine if a system of linear equations is
inconsistent or dependent. (CT,QS,W,R)
3. OPTIONAL: Solve a system of linear
equations using Cramer’s Rule.
(W,R,CT,QS)
4. Solve mixture, current, distance, and
number word problems. (W,R,CT,QS)
1. Read and interpret bar graphs, pie graphs,
and line graphs. (W,R,CT,QS)
2. Calculate the mean, the median, and the
mode for a given set of data. (W,R,CT,QT)
Reference above
**Indicate the Core Competencies that apply to the outcomes activities and assessment
tools: Critical Thinking (CT); Technology Skills (TS); Oral Communications (OC);
Quantitative Skills (QS); Reading (R); Writing (W).