Churubusco Senior High School
Ivy Tech Community College-Fort Wayne
Dual Credit Course Syllabus
Course Information:
High School Course Title: Precalculus: College Algebra (136)
HS Credits: 1.0
Ivy Tech Course Title: MATH 136: College Algebra
Ivy Tech Credits: 3.0
Length of Course: 1 semester
Semester Registered: Fall-Only Class (Aug to Dec 2015)
High School Prerequisites: Algebra II and instructor approval.
Ivy Tech Prerequisites: MATH 111 Intermediate Algebra or demonstrated competency through appropriate
assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in MATH 035 Fundamentals of Algebra II or MATH 043 Essentials of
Algebra II.
High School Faculty Information:
Name: Todd Lortie
Office Location: Room 110
Contact Information: (260) 693-2131 ext. 1233
Catalog Description:
Presents an in-depth study of functions, quadratic, polynomial, radical, and rational equations, radicals, complex
numbers, systems of equations, matrices, rational fractions and exponential and logarithmic functions. MATH 136
and MATH 137 together comprise a standard two-semester college algebra and trigonometry course.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
1. Determine, evaluate, and graph functions.
2. Simplify and perform operations on complex numbers.
3. Simplify rational expressions.
4. Simplify and perform operations on radicals.
5. Solve radical equations.
6. Solve quadratic and rational equations and inequalities.
7. Apply the concepts of ratio, proportion and combined variation.
8. Apply the properties of logarithms to solve exponential and logarithmic equations.
9. Solve polynomial equations and graph polynomial functions.
10. Graph exponential and logarithmic functions.
11. Graph rational functions.
12. Solve systems of equations with three variables.
13. Solve a variety of application problems in the above areas.
14. Use a scientific and/or graphing calculator proficiently as related to coursework.
15. Use computer technology, which may include the Internet, the Web, e-mail or computer tutorials to enhance
the course objectives.
Course Content:
Topical areas of study include –
Functions
Quadratic, polynomial, rational, and radical equations
Variation
Exponential and logarithmic functions
Radicals and rational expressions
Graphs of equations and functions
Complex Numbers
Systems of equations
Required High School Textbook:
Precalculus. Robert F. Blitzer. 4th edition. Pearson. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-136221-5.
Grading and Evaluation:
Course grades are available for students by logging into Ivy Tech’s online student system, Campus Connect, at the
following address: http://cc.ivytech.edu/. Ivy Tech will not distribute grades by mail. There may be a waiting
period of 30 to 60 days from the end of the high school semester to obtain grades through Campus Connect.
Methods of Evaluation:
Assessments….……………………………….80%
Assignments/Other.………….………………...20%
Grading Scale:
A+=98-100, A=93-97, A-=90-92, B+=87-89, B=83-86, B-=80-82, C+=77-79, C=73-76, C-=70-72, D+=67-69, D=63-66,
D-=60-62. Below 60-No Credit.
Final Withdrawal Date and Responsibility for Withdrawal:
Each course withdrawal requires the student to obtain his/her instructor’s signature to record the last date of
attendance. The last date to withdraw from this course will be in November.
Virtual Library:
The Ivy Tech Virtual Library is available to students on and off campus, offering full-text journals and books and
other resources essential for course assignments. The Virtual Library can be found under the “Library” tab of
Campus Connect.
Assignments and Tentative Course Schedule:
Assignments are due as directed by the instructor.
Tentative Course Schedule:
Chapter P: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts of Algebra
Sections 1-6 (1 week)
Chapter E&I: Equations and Inequalities
Sections 1-7 (3-4 weeks)
Chapter 1: Functions and Graphs
Sections 1-10 (3-4 weeks)
Chapter 2: Polynomial and Rational Functions
Sections 1-8 (3-4 weeks)
Chapter 3: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Sections 1-5 (3-4 weeks)
Materials:
You will need paper, pencil, textbook, and a scientific and/or graphing calculator (no cell phone calculators).
General Information:
Tardy:
You will receive a tardy if you are not in the room before the bell rings. If you need to go to your locker to get
something you should have brought to class with you, then you will receive a tardy or need to get permission from
me to go get the item. See student agenda for tardy policy.
Expectations:
• When we are in class, you will be expected to be on task.
• Communicate with me...questions, comments, concerns. Contribute to class discussions.
• Typical day outlook:
• Notes/Lecture/Learning Activity
• Assignment
• Brief review
• We will have quizzes, chapter tests, and/or quarterly assessments.
Cheating:
Cheating in any form is completely unacceptable, including websites that solve math problems for you. Although it
can be beneficial to work with another student while doing homework, blatantly copying another student’s work is
unacceptable and will result in a zero on the assignment in addition to other discipline. Cheating on a quiz or test
will result in a zero, in addition to other discipline. Second offense of cheating could include, but is not limited to,
a failing grade for the quarter and/or semester.
Behavior:
 Students are expected to be respectful and responsible.
 No food or drinks are allowed without my permission.
 Students are expected to remain in their seats until the teacher dismisses them.
 All handbook policies apply in the classroom.
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Level 1:
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Level 2:
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Students that are disrupting class, not paying attention, sleeping, or falling behind in class.
Consequences: Verbal Warning; Meeting with student; Eye contact; Stand next to Student
Students that repeatedly break Level 1, multiple tardies, or disrespectful to teacher/substitute.
Consequences: Move seat; No passes; Lunch Detention; ASRS; Sending to Office; Contact
Parents
Level 3: Students that continue to break Levels 1 and 2, physically abusive, or bully.
• Consequences: Students will be sent to office; Parent Contact ASRS