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MIAMI DADE COLLEGE
WOLFSON CAMPUS
SYLLABUS
MAT 1033
Instructor: Dr. Belarmino Gonzalez
E-mail:bgonzal5@mdc.edu
Reference Number: 468070
Room: 2219
Meeting days/times: MWF: 8:00- 8:50 AM
Term: FALL 2008
Office Room: 1534
Office hours: Posted in my office door
TEXTBOOK: Beginning &Intermediate Algebra, 4th edition by Elyan Martin-Gay.
PREREQUISITE: MAT 0020 or MAT 0024 with grade of S, or appropriate placement score.
Course Description
A continuation of algebra containing topics such as factoring; operations with rational expressions,
absolute value; exponents, radicals and roots; complex numbers; linear and quadratic equations
and linear inequalities; graphs; systems of equations and inequalities; and functions, all with
applications throughout the course.
How do the course objectives relate to the Miami-Dade Learning Outcomes?
What follows below is a list of the ten learning outcomes that have recently been prepared by
Miami Dade faculty and administrators.
As graduates of Miami Dade College, students will be able to:
1. Communicate effectively using listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
2. Use quantitative analytical skills to evaluate and process numerical data.
3. Solve problems using critical and creative thinking and scientific reasoning.
4. Formulate strategies to locate, evaluate, and apply information.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of diverse cultures, including global and historical perspectives.
6. Create strategies that can be used to fulfill personal, civic, and social responsibilities.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of ethical thinking and its application to issues in society.
8. Use computer and emerging technologies effectively.
9. Demonstrate an appreciation for aesthetics and creative activities.
10. Describe how natural systems function and recognize the impact of humans on the
environment.
Each course taken at the college addresses some of these learning outcomes. Intermediate Algebra
(MAT 1033) addresses outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 8.
 Communicate effectively using listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
This course requires reading and understanding the material covered in the textbook.
Students will need to pay attention in class and may periodically be asked to explain a
concept discussed in class.
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Use quantitative analytical skills to evaluate and process numerical data.
In this class, you will have to be able to read and identify numerical information (data) in
different real world problems and applications. You will be required to manipulate the datainformation using models, equations.
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Solve problems using critical and creative thinking and scientific reasoning.
Critical thinking is an essential skill for all professionals. When solving problem it is
necessary to understand the problem and to determine which method may be used to solve
the problem. Then one must also decide whether or not the result(s) make sense. Critical
thinking and scientific reasoning are part of the methods or procedures that you may need to
use solving problems or real world problems in this course.
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Formulate strategies to locate, evaluate, and apply information.
In the real world applications students have the opportunity to locate, evaluate and apply
information in the solution of problems.
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Use computer and emerging technologies effectively.
Most homework assignments and quizzes will be posted on line on the Course Compass/My
Math Lab website. Students will develop the ability to use these computer resources to
monitor their progress in the course and to help them reach a better understanding of the
concepts, ideas and applications discussed in the course. They will also have the opportunity
to use the external links posted on the website to explore topics related to the course goals
and objectives.
Attendance and Homework
Regular attendance and completion of homework assignments are extremely important for students
who want to pass this course. Keep in mind that one learns mathematics only by doing
mathematics. Consequently, students with excessive absences may be dropped from the class.
Homework will be assigned on a regular basis. Assignments will usually consist of reading the
sections covered in class as well completing the on line homework. Some exercises from the
textbook will also be assigned.
GRADING POLICY
Your grade will be based on the results of four unit’s assignments and a Final Exam. The Final
Exam will count as 30%, the average of the units as the 70% of your grade.
Your grade will be distributed as follow per unit:
Homework online: 10 % of your unit’s grade.
One in-class Quiz: 10 % of your unit’s grade.
One in-class Test: 80 % of your unit’s grade.
Online homework: You will need to log into www.coursecompass.com; there, you will find the
complete textbook online, along with videotapes and homework tutorial assignments and quizzes.
All you would need to purchase is the access code to the site. Follow the instructions to register.
When completing the registration, they will ask you for the COURSE ID. The Course ID for this
class is gonzalez61062.
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No exceptions will be made about the due date for the online homework, which will be on the
day before of each unit’s test.
If you miss a test or a quiz, please notify the instructor as soon as possible. If the reason for
missing the test is “acceptable”(according to policy) you may make up the work according to the
instructor’s discretion. If you miss an exam and you don’t see your instructor that will be
automatically become a zero.
The Final Exam consists of questions based on the material discussed on class.
Grading scale (based on total points):
A: 90 -- 100:
B: 80 --- 89:
C: 70 --- 79:
D: 60 --- 69:
F: 59 --Below
At the discretion of the instructor, the Final Exam score may be used to replace the lowest unit’s
score, for the students who pass the Final Exam.
Incomplete:
The grade of “I” (Incomplete) is given in the rare case that a student is PASSING a class but for
some extenuating circumstance is unable to complete the last part (usually the final exam) of the
class. If you are not passing your class, it is not possible for your instructor to give you an I. Note
that you will have one full term (Fall or Winter) to complete the requirements of your Incomplete
contract. If you do not complete your requirements in that time, the “I” generally will
automatically change to an F on your records. The instructor makes the determination as to
whether you are eligible for an Incomplete.
Support Services
Should you encounter any difficulties with a section or chapter, seek help right away. Stop by and
see me during office hours, stop by the math lab, seek the help of a tutor. In the Math Lab, Room
2223, you will find videos and computer software that may be of assistance to you. You may also
come to the Math Lab to interact with other students of mathematics, seek help in solving
homework problems or to ask questions concerning the material in the text. Please note that the
tutors in the lab must help all students and take turns; they cannot work with one student for a
prolonged period of time. The hours for the Math Lab are posted on the door at the entrance of the
Lab. The services provided in the Lab are free.
Classroom and Laboratory Etiquette and Discipline
Students should make every effort to come to class on time. Students are also expected to depart
when the class ends and to treat others respectfully. All beepers and cell phones must be turned
off before class as a courtesy to your instructor and your classmates.
Withdrawal Policy
A student may withdraw from the course and receive a grade of "W" up until the last day to drop,
which is NOV 4/2008 for this term (2008-1). The student who decides to withdraw from the
course must fill out a "Drop Card" available at the registrar's or the academic advisement office. It
is the student's responsibility to do so.
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MAT 1033 Intermediate Algebra
Beginning and Intermediate Algebra, 4th Edition by Elayn Martin-Gay
Week
1
2
3
Date
Aug. 27
Aug. 29
Sept. 1
Sept. 3
Sept. 5
Sept. 8
Sept. 10
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5
Sections
3.1
Cont 3.1
3.2
Holiday
Cont 3.2
3.3
3.4
Sept. 19
QUIZ#1
Cont 3.4
3.5
Cont. 3.5
Practice
exercises
4.1
Sept. 22
Sept. 24
TEST #1
4.2
Sept. 12
Sept. 15
Sept. 17
Sept. 26
6
Sept. 29
Oct. 1
Oct. 3
7
Oct. 6
Oct. 8
Oct. 10
8
9
10
Oct. 13
4.3
4.5
QUIZ #2
Cont 4.5
9.4
TEST #2
Factoring
review
6.6
7.1
Oct. 15
7.2
Oct. 17
QUIZ #3
7.3
Oct. 20
7.4
Oct. 22
Oct. 24
Cont 7.4
7.5
Oct. 27
7.5
7.6
Cont 7.6
Oct. 29
Oct. 31
7.7
Topics
Rectangular Coordinate System
Recommended Additional Exercises
1 – 10 all, 17-35 odd, 39-65 odd
Graphing Linear Equations
1 – 53 odd
Intercepts
Slope and Rate of Change
1 – 51 odd
1 – 69 odd
Integrated Review: Pg. 213 #1 – 15 odd
Equations of Lines
1 – 73 odd
Review of chapter
Solving System of Linear
Equations by Graphing
1 – 51 odd
Solving System of Linear
Equations by Substitution
Solving System of Linear
Equations by Addition
Problem Solving
1 – 35 odd
Graphing Linear Inequalities in
two Variables
1 – 6 all, 7 – 41 alternated odd, 43 - 71
odd
Solving Quadratic Equations by
Factoring
Simplifying Rational Expressions
1 – 51 odd
Integrated Review: Pg. 267 #1 -21 odd
1 – 21 odd, 35, 37
Integrated Review Pg 402
1 – 99 odd
1 – 75 odd
1 – 55 odd
Multiplying and Dividing Rational
Expressions
Adding and Subtracting Rational
Expressions with Common
Denominators
Adding and Subtracting Rational
Expressions with unlike
Denominators
1 – 57 odd
Solving Equations containing
Rational Expressions
Problem Solving
1 – 53 odd
Integrated Review: Pg. 471 #1- 21 odd
1 – 27 odd, 31 – 37 odd, 43, 47 – 51 odd,
57, 61, 65 – 69 odd
Simplifying Complex Fractions
1 – 49 odd
1 – 61 odd
1 – 67 odd
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12
13
14
15
16
Nov. 3
Nov. 5
Nov. 7
Nov. 10
Nov. 12
Nov. 14
TEST #3
10.1
10.2
10.3
Cont 10.3
10.4
Nov. 17
Nov. 19
QUIZ #4
Cont 10.4
10.5
Nov. 21
Nov. 24
Nov 26
Nov. 28
Dec. 1
Dec. 3
Dec. 5
Cont 10.5
10.6
Cont 10.6
Holiday
10.7
TEST #4
11.1
Dec. 8
11.2
Dec. 10
Dec. 12
Cont 11.2
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Radicals
Rational Exponents
Simplifying Radical Expressions
1 – 75 odd
1 – 97 odd
1 – 71 odd
Adding, Subtracting and
Multiplying Radical Expressions
1 – 71 odd
Rationalizing Denominators and
numerators
Radical Equations
1 – 34 alternated odd, 35-47 odd, 49 –
66 alternated odd
Integrated Review: Pg. 615 #1 – 37 all
1 – 61 odd
Complex Numbers
1 – 23 odd
Solving Quadratic Equations by
Completing the Square
Solving Quadratic Equations by
the Quadratic Formula
1 – 73 alternated odd
1 –57 odd
Review for Final Exam
Classes begin
First day that lab hours can be accumulated in College Prep courses (MAT 0002,
MAT 0020, MAT 0024)
Last day for drop with W (regular 16 week classes only)
Last day that lab hours can be accumulated in College Prep courses
Last Day of Classes
Final Exam Week
Holidays or days there are no classes and the Math Lab is closed
W Aug 27, 2008
W Aug 27, 2008
T Nov 4, 2008
F Dec 12, 2008
F Dec 12, 2008
Dec 13 – Dec 19,
2008
Aug 30, 31, Sep 1
Nov 27, 28, 29, 30,
2008