MAT 122 Intermediate Algebra
Section 15601
Fall 2013
Monday 7:00-8:15 Room D123
Instructor: John Grima
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What is it anyway?
MAT 122 - Intermediate Algebra, 3 credits: A combination of
intermediate algebra and a review of introductory algebra. Algebra
operations on polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic
functions; solve linear quadratic, rational and absolute value equations
and inequalities algebraically and graphically, solve systems of linear
equations algebraically and graphically; and real world applications
and use of current technology. May not receive credit for both MAT
120 and MAT 122.
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Contact information
Name: John Grima
E-mail john.grima@gccaz.edu
Phone 623-845-4193
Office D108 (In the instruction building on the far west end of campus)
Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or
better in MAT 090, MAT091,or
MAT 092, or equivalent, or
satisfactory score on District
placement exam.
Office Hours
M T W 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Th 7:00 – 8:00 AM
(If you can’t find me in my
office, look for me in the
tutoring center next to my
office.)
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What will we need?
1. Textbook- no textbook needed
2. Material for course can be downloaded at:
http://web.gccaz.edu/~jgrima/
3. Calculator – A Casio FX-115es Plus will be the best calculator for
this class. It should cost less than $20.
Cell phone calculators are not
permitted.
Calculators that perform
symbolic manipulation such as
the TI-89 and TI-92 are not
permitted.
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What will we do? How is it graded?
Homework - Homework will be assigned for each section covered in
class. See the end of the syllabus for detail. It is strongly recommended
that you do all of the homework assigned in order to insure your
success.
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Review – There will be a “practice test” (review) at the end of
each chapter. You should complete the practice test by yourself
before watching the video that shows how to complete the
chapter review.
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Exams- There are 5 tests and a comprehensive final exam
scheduled.
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Make –up Tests - If you take a test you are stuck with your
score and you may not take a make-up test. If you miss a test
you may take a make-up test. The make-up test will be more
difficult than the test given in class and will contain questions
from old chapters and have problems different / harder than the
review. Be sure you can solve all the problems on every old
test as well as all the problems in the current chapter so that
you will do well on a make-up test. You have 1 week to
complete your make up. After one week you will get a grade of
a 0 on your missed test. Please let me know if you want to take
a make-up and I will place a test in the testing center for you.
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Keep track:
Chapter 2 test_________
Chapter 3 test_________
Note Cards - You may use a 3 inch by 5 inch note card when
you take a test if you bring your completed chapter homework to
my office by the Thursday before the test. I will always be in
my office during my office hours. Send me an email if you can’t
make it during my office hours and we can find a better time for
you to show me your homework.
Chapter 4 test_________
(part 1 worth 50 points)
Chapter 4 test_________
(part 2 worth 50 points)
Chapter 5 test_________
Chapter 6 test_________
Total points before final
_____________
+ Final exam_________
(to replace lowest chapter
score)
- lowest test score ______
Final Exam – The final exam is comprehensive (see the last page
for the final exam date and time for your class). Your score on
your final exam will replace your lowest test score. I will drop
your score on the final exam if it is your lowest test score.
Grading
Exams
Final Exam (used to replace lowest test score
Grading Scale
A
450-500
B
400-449
C
350-399
D
300-349
F
Below 300
500
Total points__________________
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Where to get help
GCC North
There is free tutoring available in the instruction building. Hours will be
posted in class.
GCC Main – Math Solution
The Math Solution at GCC main offers free drop-in tutoring to all GCC
math students. It’s located at the northwest end of the Math building.
GCC Main MAT 108
Structured tutorial assistance and math study skills to help students
achieve success in a mathematics course in which they are currently
enrolled. Mathematics study skills emphasized. (2 credit hours)
Me
Feel free to stop in and see me during my office hours. See me if you
can’t make it during my office hours and we can arrange a time to meet.
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North campus tutoring hours
(I hope to have tutoring during
these times)
M – Th 10 AM – 3 PM
(hours will be posted in class)
Main campus Math Solution
Hours:
M-Th 8 am – 8:30 pm
F 8 am – 4 pm
Sat 10 am – 2 pm
Any fine print tips for success?
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Do the work: Make a commitment to preparing for and participating in class, doing assigned
homework and asking questions when you don’t understand.
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Do your own work:
consequences.
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Disability Statement: If you have a disability that may have some impact on your work in this class
and for which you may require accommodations, please notify Disability Services located in TDS100 on the GCC Main campus. Telephone (623) 845-3080
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Stay the Course: Withdrawals may affect your scholarship/financial aid. Please see me if you are
having problems that are preventing you from completing this course. If you decide you need to
withdraw from the class, please fill out the paperwork to complete the process. You may be
dropped from the class after 4 absences. Don’t assume that you will be dropped from the class if
you stop attending. If you do not withdraw from the class you may receive a grade of an F.
(November 25th
is the last day you can withdraw from this class.)
Do not cheat or allow anyone to cheat from you. See student handbook for
Any surprises?
While no changes in the course requirements or policies as outlined in this syllabus are anticipated, I
reserve the right to vary from this course outline to meet the needs of the class. Any changes will be
announced in class, and it will be your responsibility to make note of those changes whether you are in
attendance or not.
I look forward to being your teacher this semester. Please feel free to contact me any time with your
feedback or questions
Calendar
Day
August 19th
August 26th
September 2nd
September 9th
September 16th
September 23rd
September 30th
October 7th
October 14th
October 21st
October 28th
November 4th
November 11th
November 18th
November 25th
December 2nd
Monday
December 9th
Wednesday
December 11th
Activity
Go over syllabus / how class works
Answer chapter 2 questions / complete mini
review
No Class – Labor Day
Chapter 2 Test
Answer chapter 3 questions / complete mini
review
Chapter 3 Test
Answer chapter 4 questions / complete mini
review
Chapter 4 Test – covers sections 4.1 – 4.5
Answer chapter 4 questions / complete mini
review
Chapter 4 Test – covers sections 4.6 – 4.10
Answer chapter 5 questions / complete mini
review
Chapter 5 Test
No Class – Veterans Day
Answer chapter 6 questions
Answer chapter 6 questions / complete mini
review
Chapter 6 test
Final exam – given in room A-107 8:00 – 9:50
(the final is optional and you may take it at either
of the listed times)
Final exam – given in room D-123 7:00 – 8:50
(the final is optional and you may take it at either
of the listed times)
What to complete in each section:
Problems
Chapter 2
2.1
1-45 odds
2.2
1-33 odds
2.3
1-49 odds
2.4
2.5
2.6
Chapter Review
Chapter 3
3.1
3.2
1-44 odds
1-29 odds
1-11 odds
all
1-7 odds, 17-33 odds, 43-51 odds
1-13 odds
3.3
3.4
3.5
Chapter Review
Chapter 4 (section 1 – 5
test)
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
Chapter 4 review (section
1 – 5 test)
Chapter 4 (section 6 – 10
test)
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
Review
Chapter 5
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
Chapter 5 Review
Chapter 6
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
Chapter 6 Review
Final Exam Review
Section 3.3 #1-53 odds
1-19 odds
1-27 odds
All
1-41 odds
1-37 odds
1-73 odds
1-51 odds
1-51 odds
1-12
1-27 odds
1-35 odds
1-13 odds, 23-29 odds
1-39
1-55 odds
Rest of the Chapter 4 Review
1-27 odds, 39,41,43,45,51,53,55
1-31 odds
1 - 1,3,7,11,13,15,21,2347 odds
1,3,5,7,13
Finish section 5.5
1,2,3,4a,4b,4d,5,6,7,9
1-37 odds
1 – 23 odds
1-21 odds, 27, 29
1-53 odds
1-31 odds
1-51 odds
1-37 odds 39 – 51 odds, 61, 63
all except 32
All