American University of Iraq – Baghdad
College of Arts and Sciences
Course code - Name
Number of credits
Section
Time
Location
Academic Semester
: MTH 101—College Algebra
: 3 credits
:2
: 12:30 pm – 1:45pm ST
: COB_58_203
: Spring 2024
Course Instructor
Instructor
Office location
Office hours
: Dr. H. Sabbagh
: 00-103
: 11:00 pm – 12:30 pm ST
Email address
Phone Ext.
: Haidar.sabbagh@auib.edu.iq
:
Open door policy: Any time you find me in office.
Course Description
The course introduces the basic concepts of algebra. Linear equations, inequalities, complex
numbers, applications, and the graphs of linear and higher order equations are included.
Students’ Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
o apply the correct order of operations to real numbers;
o use the commutative, associative, distributive, and inverse properties;
o evaluate algebraic expressions;
o simplify algebraic expressions;
o understand and apply the rules of exponents;
o convert between standard and scientific notation;
o manipulate radicals and rational exponents;
o recognize and perform arithmetic operations on polynomials;
o perform operations on rational expressions;
o solve linear equations in one and two variables;
o understand the Cartesian coordinate system, plot lines, and find intercepts;
o find the distance between two points;
o find the equation of a line from two points;
o find the slope of a line;
o solve inequalities in one variable;
o Solve absolute value inequalities;
o perform basic operations on complex numbers
o find the inverse of basic functions
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Required Learning Resources
https://openstax.org/details/books/college-algebra College Algebra. This is a free pdf textbook.
Course Assessment and Grading
This course will be graded as follows:
• Two midterm tests, each one worth 20% of the course grade. The midterms will be held
concurrently for all sections of the course if space permits. The exact dates, and
further details will be announced in class within the first two weeks of classes. The
midterms will not be cumulative.
• A final examination, worth 35 % of the course grade.
To be held at the end of the semester. This will be a common examination for all
sections and will take place at the same time. The final examination will be cumulative.
• Section-Specific Assessments, worth 25 % of the course grade.
Each instructor will determine individually and announce in class how the students will
be evaluated.
Grading Key
Grade
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
DF
Description
Excellent
Very good
Good
Good
Good
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Low satisfactory
Poor
Poor
Poor
Fail
Quality Point Value
4
3.7
3.3
3
2.7
2.3
2
1.7
1.3
1
0.7
0
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Percentage Equivalent
93-100
90-92
87-89
83-86
80-82
77-79
73-76
70-72
67-69
63-66
60-62
Below 60
University Policies
Language of Communication
The language of communication at AUIB is English. Therefore, verbal, and written
communication with instructors and administrative officers should be done in English. All
course-related works should also be submitted in the English language.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend all classes, laboratory, studio, and workshop sessions on time as
per schedule. The maximum number of allowable absences for a course is equivalent to 15% of
the total number of sessions designated for that course. A student who exceeds the maximum
allowable absences will receive an ‘F’ grade. Late attendance is highly discouraged. Three
instances of late attendance count as one absence.
Illness/Injuries
In the case of illness, injury, or other extenuating circumstances, students must contact their
instructors as soon as possible to notify them of the reason for the absence. The departmental
dean may assist in the notification to instructors verifying the student's circumstances. When
granted by the instructor, accommodations for missed assignments may be given to students to
maintain their academic responsibilities.
Incomplete Grade Policy
The grade “I” is given to students who have justified verifiable reasons for not completing all
the course requirements during the semester and have reasonable expectations that they can
successfully complete them by the end of week 6 of the following semester (or 3rd week of the
summer session). This includes both coursework, final projects/essays, or final exams. If
approved, the instructor would then fill in the “incomplete grade form” and submit to the
registrar who will validate the authenticity of all documents and get back to the instructor with
confirmation.
Missed Final Exams
A student who misses a final examination for a legitimate reason and earns an incomplete “I”
grade on the course, should arrange for a makeup exam with the instructor of the course and
the department head, no later than the 6th week of the next semester. In the case where a
change of grade is not received by the Office of the Registrar within the set deadline as per
calendar, a grade of “F” shall be given for that course.
Academic Integrity
AUIB values academic integrity. Therefore, all students must understand the meaning of
plagiarism and the consequences of its various cheating forms.
AUIB expects all students to engage in all academic pursuits in a manner that is above reproach
and to maintain complete academic honesty and integrity in their academic experiences both in
and out of the classroom. The university may initiate disciplinary proceedings against a student
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accused of any form of academic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating on an
examination or other academic work, plagiarism, collusion, and/or the abuse of resource
materials. Definitions of cheating, plagiarism, collusion, and abuse of resource materials can be
checked in the Student Handbook.
All academic dishonesty cases must first be considered and reviewed by the faculty member. If
the faculty member believes that an academic penalty is necessary, he or she shall assign the
penalty. The faculty member shall also notify the student of his or her right to appeal the decision
to the department head and, if needed, to the college dean. At each step in the process, the
student shall be entitled to a written notice of the offense and/or of the administrative decision,
an opportunity to respond to the charges, and the right to an impartial disposition as to the merits
of the case. After the completion of the academic process, the academic officer making the final
disposition of the case will refer the matter to the “University Student Affairs” for any additional
disciplinary action that may be appropriate, as in the case of flagrant or repeated violations.
Depending on the type and gravity of the misconduct, one or more of the following disciplinary
actions/ sanctions, but not limited to, may apply in response to confirmed academic dishonesty:
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2.
First offense:
Second offense:
3.
Third offense:
Student will receive a minimum grade of “0” on the assignment.
Student will receive an “F” grade for the course and will be
Suspended the following Fall or Spring academic semester
(suspension for the Summer semester may also apply).
Student will be permanently expelled from AUIB with no option to
reapply or attend any other programs offered at the University.
Course-Specific Policies
• If you miss a midterm, your score on the final exam will be substituted for the missed
midterm. For an unexcused absence you will be penalized 10% on your midterm score.
• If you arrive for a midterm more than 15-minutes late you will not be allowed to take
the midterm.
• If you arrive more than 5-minutes late and there is a graded activity that day, you will
receive a 10% deduction. If you arrive more than 10-minutes late, you will not receive
credit for the activity.
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Course Schedule
Week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
14
15
Section
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
3.1
3.2
3.3
4.1
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.7
6.1
7.1
All
Topic
Algebra Essentials
Exponents and Scientific Notation
Radicals and Rational Exponents
Polynomials
Factoring polynomials
Rational Expressions.
The Rectangular Coordinate System and Graphs
Linear Equations in One Variable
Models and Applications
MIDTERM 1
Complex Numbers
Quadratic Equations
Other Types of Equations
Linear Inequalities and Absolute Value Inequalities
Functions and Function Notation
Domain and Range
Rates of Change and Behavior of Graphs
Linear Functions
Quadratic Functions
MIDTERM 2
Power and Polynomial Functions
Graphs of Polynomial Functions
Inverses and Radical Functions
Exponential Functions
Systems of Linear Equations: Two Variables
Review
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