MAT 0020 48 Class Meetings
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DAY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
DATES
5/7
5/8
5/9
5/10
5/14
5/15
5/16
5/17
5/21
5/22
5/23
5/24
5/28
5/29
5/30
5/31
6/4
6/5
6/6
6/7
6/11
6/12
6/13
6/14
6/18
6/19
6/20
6/21
6/25
6/26
6/27
6/28
7/2
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
7/3
7/4
7/5
7/9
7/10
7/11
7/12
7/16
7/17
7/18
7/19
7/23
7/24
7/25
7/26
SCHEDULE
SECTION
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
Review; Test 1
1.5
1.6
1.7
Review; Test 2
2.1
2.2
No school
2.3
2.4
Review; Test 3
2.5
2.6
3.1
3.2
Review; Test 4
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
Review; Test 5
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
Review (6.5);
Test 6
7.1
No school
6.6
9.1
9.2
9.4
Review; Test 7
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
8.1
8.2 & 8.3
Review; Test 8
Instructor: N. Liu
TOPIC
Introduction to the Course
Number Sets and the Structure of Algebra
Fractions
Adding and Subtracting Real Numbers; Properties of Real Numbers
Multiplying and Dividing Real Numbers; Properties of Real Numbers
Exponents, Roots; Order of Operations
Translating Word Phrases to Expressions
Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
Equations, Formulas, and the Problem-Solving Process
The Addition Principle
The Multiplication Principle
Applying the Principles to Formulas
Translating Word Sentences to Equations
Solving Linear Inequalities
Set Up and Evaluate a Proportion
Percent Equation
Exponents and Scientific Notation
Introduction to Polynomials
Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
Exponent Rules and Multiplying Monomials
Multiplying Polynomials; Special Products
Exponent Rules and Dividing Polynomials by monomials
Greatest Common Factor; Factoring by Grouping
Factoring Trinomials of the form x2 + bx + c
Factoring Trinomials of the Form ax2 + bx + c, where a does not = 1
Factoring Special Products
Simplifying Rational Expressions
Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
Square Roots and Radical Expressions
Multiplying and Simplifying Square Roots
Adding and Subtracting Square Roots
The Rectangular Coordinate System
Graphing Linear Equations
Graphing Using Intercepts
Identify Slope and Intercepts, Graph Using Slope
Solve a System of Equations by Graphing
Solve a System of Equations by Substitution & by Elimination
State Exit Exam
Please note: This schedule may be altered in class at the discretion of the instructor. It is your responsibility
to verify dates and topics.
MAT 0020: Course Policies
Text:
Elementary Algebra by Carson/ Gillespie
Professor : ___N. Liu__________
Reference Number __400830________
E-mail __nliu@mdc.edu__
Office: 3245-6
Phone: (305) 237-0334
Office Hours:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
11:40am12:50pm
11:40am1:20pm
11:40am12:50pm
11:40am1:20pm
Friday
Saturday
Course prerequisites: MAT 0002 or equivalent, or appropriate scores on placement test (CPT).
Course scope : MAT 0020 is a combined college prep level algebra and arithmetic course intended to provide you
with a foundation in basic mathematics necessary for studies at the college level. This course will not provide you
credits toward your AA degree.
Attendance: It is your responsibility to attend each lecture and keep records of assignments and other information
delivered during class. Attendance will be recorded for administrative purposes and I reserve the right to count it
toward your final grade.
Classroom decorum: In order to optimize your learning experience, classroom interruption must be kept to a
minimum. Please make every effort to arrive on time and avoid causing an interruption if you need to leave early.
Please turn your cell phone to a silent mode and avoid using it during class. In an emergency, you may excuse
yourself and leave the classroom.
Academic dishonesty: Any instance of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of F for the course and can
carry an even more severe penalty such as suspension or expulsion. Take pride in your own achievements, an
unearned passing grade is not worth the paper it is written on.
Grading policy : There are three possible grades:
S – Satisfactory, which promotes you to the next course. )
P – Progress, which indicates that, although you have acquired some knowledge, you are not ready for the
next level yet.
U – Unsatisfactory, which indicates that you have not acquired the required basic skills and must repeat the
course.
In order to pass the course with an ‘S’, all of the following conditions must be met:
1) Complete all tests with an average of at least 70%.
2) Pass the State Exit Exam by attaining a score of at least 60%.
3) Complete 32 hours of math lab time.
If you miss an exam, the State Exit Exam will replace one score. The State Exit Exam is the only make-up
exam.
Calculator Policy: No Calculator is permitted in the class and on the State Exit Exam.
Online support:
Complete online course at
www.mymathlab.com
Addison-Wesley Math Tutor Center staffed by college math instructors offering tutoring by toll-free
telephone, toll-free fax, email, and the net. Students may access this feature through their MyMathLab
course.
On Campus Support:
The College Prep Math Lab, located in room 3319, is available to you as additional support for your academic
needs. Its operating hours are:
Monday – Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
IMPORTANT DATES:
Last day to drop without financial penalty: R. May 10th
Last day to withdraw with a grade of W:
Final Grades available in Star Service:
Holidays: M. May 28th, W. July 4th.
M. Jan. 25th
F. July 27th.