OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
GENERIC COURSE SYLLABUS
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II.
Course
Prefix
Course
Number
MAT
114
Course
Name
Applied Mathematics I
Credit:
Lecture
Lab
4
4
0
Prerequisite:
None.
III.
Course (Catalog) Description:
In this course concepts from arithmetic, elementary algebra, geometry and scientific notation are
reviewed, extended and applied to problems from areas of technology, including electronics,
architecture, facilities operation, fire science and building energy systems.
IV.
Learning Objectives:
A. Apply the fundamental operations of arithmetic with respect to integers, fractions, decimals, and
percents.
B. Apply the concepts of the elements of measurements and conversions.
C. Solve algebraic equations, inequalities, and systems of equations.
D. Evaluate, manipulate, and factor polynomial and rational expressions.
E. Graph straight lines and apply the concept of linear slope in problems from technology.
F. Manipulate radical expressions and solve quadratic equations.
G. Apply the concepts of ratio, proportion, and variation.
H. Solve applied problem in Geometry.
V.
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:
A. Arithmetic
1. Operations on whole numbers.
2. Applications and problem solving
3. Fractional notation and mixed numerals
4. Decimal notation
5. Applications
B. Measurements
1. English system
2. Metric system
3. Conversions between the English and metric systems
4. Rates
5. Temperature
6. The decimal number system and powers of ten
7. Operations with measurements
C. Algebra
1. Introduction to real numbers
2. Solving equations and inequalities
3. Graphs of equations
4. Polynomial operations
5. Polynomial factoring
6. Rational expressions and equations
7. Graphs, slopes, and applications
8. Systems of equations
9. Radical expressions and quadratic equations
10. Ratio, proportion, and variation
D. Geometry
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VII.
Length and area
Perimeter
Areas of parallelograms, triangles, and trapezoids
Circles
Pythagorean Theorem
Angles and triangles
Solids and volumes
Methods of Instruction:
(To be completed by instructor)
Methods of presentation can include lectures, discussion, demonstration, experimentation, audio-visual,
group work, and regularly assigned homework. Calculators / computers will be used when appropriate.
Course may be taught as face-to-face, media-based, hybrid or online course.
VIII.
Course Practices Required:
(To be completed by instructor)
IX.
Instructional Materials:
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.
X.
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
(To be determined and announced by the instructor)
Evaluation methods can include assignments, quizzes, chapter or major tests, individual or group
projects, computer assignments and/or a final examination.
XI.
Other Course Information:
Individual instructors will establish and announce specific policies regarding attendance, due dates
and make-up work, incomplete grades, etc.
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
Ending term ___________
(term) (year)
(term) (year)
Syllabus prepared by: Chair: S. Hamed; B. Anderson,
M. Farquhar, G. McClarren, A. Roach,
C. Shapero, J. Strehler, D. Zak,
Date
4/2012
Reviewed by Dept/Program Chair: J. Hassett
Date
4/2012
Approved by Dean: R. Sompolski
Date
4/2012
Applied Mathematics I
Suggested Time Allotment for
Mathematics 114
Your times may vary, but all topics must be covered.
Weeks
A. Arithmetic (Total Time: 2.5 Weeks)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Operations on whole numbers
Applications and problem solving
Fractional notation and mixed numerals
Decimal notation
Applications
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
B. Measurements (Total Time: 3 Weeks)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
English system
Metric system
Conversions between the English and metric systems
Rates
Temperature
The decimal number system and powers of ten
Operations with measurements
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.25
0.25
0.5
C. Algebra (Total Time: 8 Weeks)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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9.
10.
Introduction to real numbers
Solving equations and inequalities
Graphs of equations
Polynomial operations
Polynomial factoring
Rational expressions and equations
Graphs, slopes, and applications
Systems of equations
Radical expressions and quadratic equations
Ratio, proportion, and variation
0.5
1
1
1
1
1
0.5
0.5
0.5
1
D. Geometry (Total Time: 2.5 Weeks)
1.
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6.
7.
Length and area
Perimeter
Areas of parallelograms, triangles, and trapezoids
Circles
Pythagorean Theorem
Angles and triangles
Solids and volumes
0.25
0.25
0.5
0.25
0.25
0.5
0.5
Total: 16 Weeks