OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
GENERIC COURSE SYLLABUS
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II.
Course
Prefix
Course
Number
Course
Name
MAT
070
Elementary Algebra
Credit
Lecture
Lab
4
4
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Prerequisite:
MAT 060 or appropriate score on Mathematics Placement Test.
III.
Course (Catalog) Description:
Course prepares students for an intermediate algebra course by covering the fundamental
concepts, operations, and applications of basic algebra. Algebraic topics include linear
equations and inequalities, polynomial operations, graphing equations and inequalities in
two variables, and systems of equations. Course objectives will be achieved using
computer-assisted learning, group discussions, and individual tutoring.
IV.
Learning Objectives:
Module 6 Objectives:
Solve and graph first degree equations in one variable.
Solve formulas for specific variables.
Solve applied problems involving first degree equations in one variable.
Solving and graph first degree inequalities in one variable.
Module 7 Objectives:
Simplify expressions using the laws of exponents.
Calculate using Scientific Notation.
Perform addition and subtraction of polynomials.
Perform multiplication of polynomials including some special products.
Perform division of a polynomial by a monomial.
Module 8 Objectives:
Factor out the greatest common factor from a polynomial.
Factor trinomials successfully.
Factor polynomials using the difference of squares.
Solve quadratic equations by factoring.
Module 9 Objectives:
Solve and graph first degree equations in two variables.
Calculate slope and intercepts of linear equations in two variables.
Solve applied problems involving slope.
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Solve and graph first degree inequalities in two variables.
Module 10 Objectives:
Recognize and apply concepts involved pertaining to functions.
Solve problems involving direct and indirect variation successfully.
Solve systems of two equations using Graphing, Substitution, and Addition methods.
Recognize and apply concepts regarding applied problems involving systems of two
equations.
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Academic Integrity:
Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate
academic integrity and follow Oakton’s Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:
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cheating,
plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation),
falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
helping others to cheat,
unauthorized changes on official documents,
pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you,
making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and
any other behavior that violates academic integrity.
There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton’s
policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against
you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the
assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of
the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.
Details of the Code of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.
VI.
Outline of Topics:
Module 6: Linear Equations and Inequalities in One Variable
9.2 Addition and Multiplication Property of Equality
9.3 Further Solving Linear Equations
9.4 Further Problem Solving
9.5 Formulas and Problem Solving
9.6 Linear Inequalities and Problem Solving
9.7 Percent and Mixture Problem Solving
Module 7: Polynomials
10.1
Exponents
10.2
Negative Exponents and Scientific Notation
10.3
Introduction to Polynomials
10.4
Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
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10.5
10.6
10.7
Multiplying Polynomials
Special Products
Dividing Polynomials with Monomials
Module 8: Factoring Polynomials
11.1 The Greatest Common Factor
11.2, 11.3, 11.4 Factoring Trinomials
11.5 Factoring Perfect Square Trinomials and the Difference of Two Squares
11.6 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
Module 9: Graphing Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables
13.1
Reading Graphs and the Rectangular Coordinate System
13.2
Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables.
13.3
Intercepts
13.4
Slope and Rate of Change
13.5
Equations of Lines
13.7 Graphing Linear Inequalities in Two Variables
Module 10: Functions, Direct and Indirect Variation and Systems of Equations
14.1 Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Graphing
14.2 Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Substitution
14.3 Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Addition
14.4 Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving
VII.
Methods of Instruction:
Methods of instruction include one-on-one and/or small group discussion, and required
website ancillaries. Calculators/computers will be used.
VIII.
Course Practices Required:
This course will be taught by a classroom instructor with the use of an interactive computer
website. Course participants must attend scheduled class hours as well as one computer lab
hour per week. Students may be dropped from the course if they miss more than three class
sessions or three lab hours.
Each of the first four modules must be completed with the minimal post-test score as
prescribed by the department to proceed to the final module for the course. All course work
must be completed in a notebook.
Course may be taught as face-to-face, media-based, hybrid or online course.
Students may complete a course at any time during the semester. Upon completion of a
course, the student can start the next sequential course. A new access code must be
purchased at that time. If all modules of a course are not successfully completed within a
3
semester, the student can re-enroll in the same course the following semester beginning with
their first uncompleted module.
IX.
Instructional Materials:
Note: Current textbook information for each course and section is available on Oakton's
Schedule of Classes. Within the Schedule of Classes, textbooks can be found by clicking
on an individual course section and looking for the words “View Book Information”.
Textbooks can also be found at our Mathematics Textbooks page.
A scientific calculator is required.
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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
As determined by department and individual instructor
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XI.
Other Course Information:
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be
entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request
accommodations or services, contact the Access and Disability Resource Center at the
Des Plaines or Skokie campus. All students are expected to fulfill essential course
requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course
or degree program.
Effective beginning term:
Fall 2013
(term) (year)
Ending term: ___________
(term) (year)
Syllabus prepared by:
M. Farquhar, A. Roach
R. McClarren
Reviewed by Dept/Program Chair: Julia Hassett
Date: 10/1/2012
Approved by Dean:
Date: 10/12/2012
Robert Sompolski
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Date: 10/12/2012