Syllabus
Math 99 XY: Beginning Algebra with Geometry
Spring 2014
Course Title
Credit Hours
Length of course
Prerequisites
Section
Classes
Instructor
Beginning Algebra with Geometry
5
16 weeks (weekend classes: 14)
Placement test, or grade of C or better in Mathematics 98 consent of department chair
99 XY (section number: 55555)
Monday, Wednesday x:xx APM - xx:xx APM in Room 3333
John Doe
Office: Room 3333
e-mail: jdoe1@ccc.edu
phone.: (773) 907-xxxx
Office Hours
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Textbook
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Introductory and Intermediate Algebra for College Students Robert Blitzer, 4 th edition, Pearson, 2013.
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Attendance Policy modify if needed, the text below is just an example
Attendance is an essential part of the course. Regular attendance is expected of all students in the course.
Attendance will be taken each class period. Students are expected to be on time and to attend the entire session.
Please make every effort to arrive to class on time. If you arrive after attendance has been taken, check at the
end of class that your attendance record has been corrected. If you are absent, you are responsible for all work
and assignments covered in lecture that day.
No-Show Withdrawal (NSW)
Students who do not attend the first two class sessions will be withdrawn from the class by the instructor and
issued an NSW. For classes that meet once a week: Students who do not attend the first class session will be
withdrawn from the class by the instructor and issued an NSW.
Administrative Withdrawal (ADW)
Students will be administratively withdrawn at midterm if at least two of the following apply:
1. Less than 70% of assignments up to the midterm have been completed.
2. Less than 70% of quizzes and tests up to the midterm have been attempted.
3. Less than 50% of class sessions up to the midterm have been attended.
Withdrawal from the course modify if needed, the text below is just an example
Not attending classes does not constitute withdrawal from the course. After midterm, instructors can no longer
drop students from the course. If students stop attending classes after the midterm, the instructor can only assign
a grade of F. If you no longer attend classes, it is essential that you stop by at the registrar’s office and
officially withdraw from the course to protect your average. The last day for student initiated withdrawal is
Monday, April 7. Before withdrawing from the course, students are encouraged to consult the instructor.
Grading Policies
Grading Scale modify if needed, the text below is just an example
Grading of all assignments, quizzes, and exams will be based on the following scale.
90-100: A
80-89: B
70-79: C
60-69: D
0-59: F
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Midterm Grade modify if needed, the text below is just an example
The midterm grade will be the weighted average of the grades shown below with their weights.
Exam 1: 25%
Homework: 5%
Exam 2: 35%
Quizzes: 35%
Before determining the grade given for quizzes, the lowest quiz score will be dropped.
Final Grade modify if needed, the text below is just an example
The final grade will be the weighted average of the grades shown below with their weights.
Exam 1: 15%
Exam 4: 20%
Exam 2: 15%
Quizzes: 25%
Exam 3: 20%
Homework: 5%
Before determining the grade given for quizzes, the lowest two quiz scores will be dropped.
Makeup Policy modify if needed, the text below is just an example. Makeup policy is at the discretion of the
instructor.
Without exception, quizzes may not be made up. Permission to make up an exam is at the discretion of the
instructor, and will be granted only in cases of emergency. If an absence is anticipated, the student should notify
the instructor prior to the absence. Students need to present written documentation to make up an exam.
Homework modify if needed, the text below is just an example. Makeup policy is up to the discretion of the
instructor.
Homework is an essential part of the learning process; do not expect to do well in this course without keeping up
with the homework. Homework is expected to be turned in at the beginning of class, stapled, written neatly and
legibly. To earn full credit, always show all work. A solution turned in without work shown will receive a maximum
of 20% credit. Write as legibly as possible and circle your final answers. Homework assignments turned in late will
receive up to 50% credit. If an assignment is more than one week late, no credit will be given.
Academic Integrity modify if needed, the text below is just an example.
The CCC has no tolerance for violations of academic integrity. Plagiarism and cheating of any kind are serious
violations of these standards and will result, minimally, in the grade of F. All course work will be checked for
academic integrity. In this course, the first violation will result in an F for the assignment; the second violation will
result in course failure. Make ups and revisions are not available after an infraction of academic integrity. For
further information, please refer to the student policy manual at
http://www.ccc.edu/departments/Documents/studentpolicymanual.pdf
General Information modify if needed, the text below is just an example.
At all times, please treat the instructor, other students, and their opinions with respect. Before arriving to class,
please turn off all cell phones, pagers, and other loud devices. Please make every effort to arrive on time
for class.
Arrive to office hours prepared. If you have missed a class, be sure to obtain and read all class-related material
(handouts, text book section, and class notes). Have a list of specific questions. If you need help with a problem,
bring your work on the problem with you.
Please retain all class-related material until you receive your final grade for the course.
Students who register late are responsible for all course work they missed due to their absence.
If you wish to contact the instructor about grades or attendance or other administrative issues via email please
use your CCC student account. FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) is a federal law that protects
the privacy of student educational records: www.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.html. Faculty cannot
reveal information about students, or discuss student records over the phone or unsecure e-mail. CCC student
email meets FERPA requirements.
Academic Support Services
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Math Center: Room 1220. The Math Center is an active group learning environment covering the topics of
Foundational Studies, Math 98, and Math 99. Session Leaders will facilitate group activities to encourage deeper
understanding of the session topic. The Math Center will always be open for walk-in group study. Students are
strongly encouraged to visit the Math Center early on in the semester.
Student Success and Leadership Institute (SSLI): For students who need various other support services to
achieve their educational goals. Larry McKeon Bldg Room 162, (773) 907-4714,
www.trumancollege.edu/studentservices/ssli.
TRiO Student Support Services: For low-income students, first generation college students, or students with
disabilities who need academic support. Larry McKeon Bldg Room 162, (773) 907-4797,
www.trumancollege.edu/trio. Registration is required at the start of each semester.
Disability Access Center: Verifies needs pursuant to the American Disabilities Act (ADA), determines student
academic accommodations, and issues accommodation letters. Larry McKeon Bldg Room 162, (773) 907-4725,
www.trumancollege.edu/studentservices/dac. Registration is required at the start of each semester.
The Wellness Center is located in room 162 in the Larry McKeon Building. Current hours: Monday-Thursday
9am-5pm, Friday 9am-12pm, and later appointments available until 7 pm at least 2 evenings each week.
Contact: (773) 907-4786 for an appointment or information. Services include: Personal, individual counseling,
support groups, stress and time management coaching, referrals to community resources, special support for
victims of relationship violence and sexual assault includes one-on-one counseling; safety planning; and referrals
to medical care, legal services, and emergency child care.
The Writing Center offers free writing assistance to Truman students enrolled in any credit course. Writing
consultants, who are also professors at the college, provide feedback and instruction on any stage of the writing
process in any class subject. Students can visit the Center to make half-hour or one-hour appointments with
writing consultants for tutoring sessions on essays or other writing assignments, as well as resume or cover letter
assistance, placement test preparation, and writing workshops on various topics. The Writing Center is located in
Room 1435 of the main building and is open Monday-Thursday from 9am to 7pm and Friday-Saturday from 11am
to 2pm.
GradesFirst is a student support system that will be used by faculty, advisors and tutors to help students achieve
success in their classes. Use GradesFirst to schedule tutoring or advising appointments, or to see
communications about your course progress generated by me or your other professors.
Course Outline
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Please note that the course outline is subject to change.
Monday
Wednesday
Week 1
Review of Sections 2.1-2.5
2.6
Week 2
Holiday*
Review of Sections 3.1-3.4
Week 3
3.5
Week 4
4.4
Review of Sections 4.1 and 4.2
4.3
Exam
Week 5
8.1, 8.2
9.1, 9.2
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Monday
Wednesday
Week 6
Holiday*
9.3, Ch 5 Review (all except for 5.6)
Week 7
Ch 6 Review (all sections)
10.1, 10.2
Week 8
Exam Review
Midterm Exam
Week 9
10.3, 10.4
10.5
Week 10
10.6
10.7
Week 11
11.1
11.2
Week 12
11.3
Exam
Week 13
11.4
7.1, 7.2
Spring Break
Week 14
7.3
7.4, 7.5
Week 15
7.6, 7.7
Final Review
Week 16
Final Review
Final Exam
Last day for student initiated withdrawal: Monday, April 7
Course Information
Course Description: Intermediate Algebra with Geometry Algebraic operations involving rational exponents,
including scientific notation. Algebraic expressions , including radical and rational expressions. Solutions of
quadratic, quadratic in form, rational, radical, and absolute value equations. Solutions of compound linear
inequalities. Solutions and manipulations of literal equations. Graphical and algebraic solutions of systems of
linear equations in two variables. Graphs of linear and quadratic equations. Geometry topics: perimeter, area of
geometric figures, triangles, rectangles, and circles; volume of sphere, cylinder and pyramid. Pythagorean
Theorem and distance formula. Similarities and proportions. Applications of problem-solving skills are
emphasized throughout the course. Student should be exposed to graphing calculator technology and/or
computer algebra systems. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
Students the Course is Expected to Serve: This course is intended to prepare students for college-level
mathematics. It is a prerequisite for transferable college mathematics courses.
Course Objectives:
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Develop the algebraic skills necessary for problem solving.
Develop the ability to model linear, quadratic, and other nonlinear relations, including the use of graphing
techniques and geometrical principles as tools, for the purpose of solving contextual (real-world)
problems.
Manipulate and apply literal equations for the purposes of solving contextual (real-world) problems.
Writing and communicating the results of problem solving appropriately.
Use technology as one aide for the purposes of solving contextual (real-world) problems.
Student Learning Outcomes: Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to:
Simplify expressions containing rational exponents.
Perform operations on and simplify radicals.
Perform operations on complex numbers.
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Perform operations on and simplify rational expressions.
Solve quadratic equations with real and complex solutions, including the use of the quadratic formula.
Solve rational equations.
Solve absolute value equations of the form |ax + b|=c.
Solve radical equations.
Solve compound linear inequalities.
Solve systems of linear equations in two variables.
Formulate and apply an equation, inequality or system of linear equations to a contextual (real-world)
situation.
Solve and evaluate literal equations, including nonlinear equations.
Formulate and apply nonlinear literal equations to a contextual (real-world) situation.
Graph linear and quadratic equations.
Determine equations of lines, including parallel and perpendicular lines.
Determine whether given relationships represented in multiple forms are functions.
Determine domain and range from the graph of a function.
Formulate and apply the concept of a function to a contextual (real-world) situation.
Interpret slope in a linear model as a rate of change.
Apply formulas of perimeter, area, and volume to basic 2- and 3-dimensional figures in a contextual (realworld) situation.
Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to various contextual (real-world) situations.
Apply the concepts of similarity and congruency of triangles to a contextual (real-world) situation.
Truman College General Education Goals - The course addresses the following Truman College General
Education Goals:
· The student communicates effectively in both written and oral formats.
· The student demonstrates the ability to think critically, abstractly, and logically.
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