PALM BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PREPARATORY MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
BOCA RATON CAMPUS -- COURSE SYLLABUS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Course Title: Basic Algebra 2
Course Number: MAT0020
Term: Fall 2008
Reference number: 112025
Credit/Contact Hours: 3 Institutional
Credits/3 Hours Weekly
Class meets: TR 9:30am – 11:15am
Location: CB202
PROFESSOR’S INFORMATION
Name: Dr. Carol Warner
Office location: BK 107
Office hours: Before/after class (and by appointment)
Cell Phone: 479-652-7557
E-mail address: warnercm@pbcc.edu
PBCC Telephone: 561-862-4301
Personal Website: http://drcarolwarner.com
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Chair: Dr. Gladys Montalvo
Office Location: BT117
Email address: montalvg@pbcc.edu
Telephone: (561) 862-4464
COURSE INFORMATION
Catalog Description:
This course provides a solid foundation in algebra for the purpose of preparing students for credit
mathematics courses. It covers equations, inequalities, polynomials, graphing, rational expressions,
radicals with real applications integrated throughout.
Prerequisite: CPT (College Placement test) score between 45-71 or successful completion of MAT0012
Co-requisite: SLS 1501 if not completed with MAT0012
Transferability: Not transferable
Textbook: Introductory Algebra, Custom Edition for Palm Beach Community College, Edition 2, by Elayn
Martin-Gay, Copyright © 2007, Published by Pearson Custom Publishing (2007), ISBN: 0-536-81767-7
Course Objectives:
This course includes the arithmetic skills and basic algebra concepts and skills which are needed for
success in higher level mathematics courses. Topics include operations with real numbers, equations,
applications of percent, inequalities, polynomial operations, factoring, rational expressions, graphing
linear equations, and radical expressions.
Course Outline:
Ch. 1 Real Numbers and Introduction to Algebra
3.7 Dividing Polynomials
1.3 Exponents, Order of Operations, and Expressions
Ch. 4 Factoring Polynomials
1.4 Adding Real Numbers
4.1 Greatest Common Factor
1.5 Subtracting Real Numbers
4.2 Factoring Trinomials of the form x2 + bx + c
1.6 Multiplying and Dividing Real Numbers
4.3 Factoring Trinomials of the form ax2 + bx + c
1.7 Properties of Real Numbers
4.4 Factoring Trinomials by Grouping
1.8 Simplifying Expressions
4.5 Factoring Perfect Square Trinomials and
Differences of Squares
Ch. 2 Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving
4.6 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
2.1 Addition Property of Equality
4.7 Quadratic Equations and Problem Solving
2.2 Multiplication Property of Equality
2.3 Further Solving Linear Equations
Ch. 5 Rational Expressions
5.1 Simplifying Rational Expressions
2.4 Introduction to Problem Solving
2.5 Formulas and Problem Solving
5.2 Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
2.6 Percent Problem Solving
5.3 Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions with
Common Denominators
2.7 Solving Linear Inequalities
Ch. 6 Graphing Equations
Ch. 3 Exponents and Polynomials
6.1 Reading Graphs; Rectangular Coordinate System
3.1 Exponents
6.2 Graphing Linear Equations
3.2 Negative Exponents and Scientific Notation
6.3 Intercepts
3.3 Introduction to Polynomials
6.4 Slope
3.4 Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
6.5 Equations of Lines
3.5 Multiplying Polynomials
Ch. 8 Roots and Radicals
3.6 Special Products
8.1 Introduction to Radicals
8.2 Simplifying Radicals (Omit section D)
Ch. 9 Quadratic Equations
8.3 Adding and Subtracting Radicals (only
monomials)
9.3 Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic
Formula (optional)
8.4 Multiplying and Dividing Radicals
ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION
Grading Policy: There will be 3 exams, each worth 100 points; 13 homework assignments and quizzes,
each worth 10 points; and a comprehensive final exam worth 100 points. Of the 530 available points,
90-100% A (477-530 pts); 80-89% B (424-476 pts); 75-79% C (398-423 pts); and 0-74% N (0-397 pts)
Testing and Homework Policy: A doctor’s note is required to make up a test. No test may be retaken. I
will not accept late homework. NO EXCEPTIONS! Homework will not be acceptable if it does not follow
the “homework guidelines” that were given out on the first day of class. Make-up exams must be taken
in the PBCC Testing Center on the Boca Raton campus within one week of the missed test. The testing
center requires photo ID and may require a $5 fee for all make-up exams (Testing Center phone: 561862-4324). A missed quiz may not be made up for any reason and will result in forfeited points for that
quiz.
Final Exam: The final exam in this class will be on Thursday, December 11, 9:30-11:30am.
Attendance Policy: Should you decide to quit coming to class, you need to drop this course yourself,
otherwise you will receive an N for the semester grade.
Assignments: A separate handout lists each assignment. Due dates for homework will be announced in
class and listed on my website.
Math Lab: The math lab should be one of your primary resources for preparation and remediation of
topics covered in this course.
Assessment: In addition to understanding the course objectives, each student will, to the satisfaction of
the instructor, demonstrate a fundamental understanding of basic computer operations through various
instructor-determined exercises and/or assignments. A pre- and post-test will be given in this class.
Caveat: I reserve the right to make changes to the policies as necessary during the semester, but if I do,
you will be notified of the changes.
COLLEGE POLICIES
Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty includes the following actions, as well as other similar conduct aimed at making
false representation with respect to the student's academic performance:
(1) Cheating on an exam,
(2) Collaborating with others on work to be presented, if contrary to the stated rules of the course,
(3) Submitting, if contrary to the rules of the course, work previously submitted in another course,
(4) Knowingly and intentionally assisting another student in any of the above actions, including
assistance in an arrangement whereby work, classroom performance, examination, or other activity is
submitted or performed by a person other than the student under whose name the work is submitted
or performed,
(5) Plagiarism.
Please refer to the Palm Beach Community College Student Handbook for further information.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all courses and course activities for which they are registered. Any class
meeting missed, regardless of cause, reduces the opportunity of learning and may adversely affect a
student's achievement in the course. Class attendance policies are set by individual professors and/or
departments. An accurate record of attendance will be kept for each class. Students are expected to
adhere to the policies set by each Professor.
Students, when officially representing the College, such as on a field trip, shall not be counted absent,
provided their professors are given prior notification and any missed assignments are subsequently
completed to each professor's satisfaction.
Students will be granted excused absences in the case of a substantiated emergency such as a confining
illness, a serious accident or the death of an immediate relative. Professors decide on the validity of the
excuses and provide opportunities for students to complete any required make-up work. Students are
responsible for immediately informing their professors when they must miss class sessions for
emergency meetings.
Classroom Etiquette and Student Behavior Guidelines
Students will demonstrate respect for professors and fellow students. Behavior that is disruptive to a
positive learning environment reported by the professor will result in a warning on the first instance; the
second instance might result in expulsion from the course or campus.
Disability Support Services
Students with disabilities are advised, in compliance with federal and state laws, that accommodations
and services are available through the office of Disability Support Services (DSS). It is the student's
responsibility to contact Disabled Student Services Advisors at this location and to submit appropriate
documentation prior to receiving services.
Disability Support Service Contact Numbers
College-Wide Coordinator
Belle Glade
Boca Raton
Lake Worth
Palm Beach Gardens
Susan Lang
John Pierson
Susan Mills
Jelecia Kirk
Ken Swain
langs@pbcc.edu
868-3375
piersonj@pbcc.edu
993-1125
millss@pbcc.edu
862-4316
kirkj@pbcc.edu 868-3046
swaink@pbcc.edu
207-3193
Eating, Drinking and Smoking
Eating and drinking are confined to areas designated on the campus. Smoking is not permitted in any
College building.
Student Responsibility Policy
When a student attends the College, s/he becomes subject to its jurisdiction. Students are expected to
conduct themselves in a responsible manner, in all areas of campus life. By enrolling, they pledge to
obey the rules and regulations of the College and are responsible for observing all College policies and
procedures as published in the student handbook, the College catalog and other College publications.
The student will be responsible for preparing for class, participating in class, and completing
assignments on time.
PBCC Websites of Interest
Home Page
Advising
Catalog
Career Center
Disability Support Services
Distance Learning
Financial Aid
Honors
Library Learning Resource Center
PantherWeb/Registration
Programs of Study
SLC/VPI
Student Services
Testing Center
http://www.pbcc.edu
http://www.pbcc.edu/advising.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/catalog.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/career.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/disabilities.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/dl.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/financialaid.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/honors.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/library.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/pantherweb.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/programs.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/slc.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/studentservices.xml
http://www.pbcc.edu/testing.xml
Withdrawal Policy for Individual Courses
The last day to withdraw from this College course with a W is November 17, 2008. It is the responsibility
of the student to complete and submit the necessary forms to the Registrar's Office. An official
withdrawal would entitle the student to a grade of "W" in the course.