MAC 1147 (PreCalc. Algebra & Trigonometry)
Course Syllabus Ref# 778568
MIAMI-DADE COLLEGE, North Campus
Department of Mathematics
MDC North Campus 11380 NW 27 AV Miami, FL 33167-3418
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MAC 1147 (PreCalc. & Trigonometry)
778568
2013-2 Spring 2014
MAC 1105 with a grade of “C” or better or
departmental permission.
5 Credits Semester Hours
Dr. Manuel Caramés, PhD, Associate Professor Senior
of Mathematics & Physics.
College Algebra and Trigonometry
9th Edition
by Michael Sullivan
Includes MyMathLab when purchased new.
M, W, F 08:25 AM - 09:50 AM/3117 North Campus
Room 7333
M 06:30 AM to 08:10 AQM
M, W, F 10:00 AM to 10:50 AM
T, R 07:00 AM to 07:50 AM
W, F 06:30 AM to 08:15 AM WEB
W 12:00 PM to 01:40 PM
Phone Number
305-237-1013
Email Address
mcarames@mdc.edu
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Make Up Policy
Attendance Policy
Academic Dishonesty
Policy
Course Compass ID
Chairperson of the
Dept of Math.
ADA
Math Center
Grading Policy
Course Competencies
There is not. NO REOPENING OF HW NEITHER
EXAMS
Students with 2 or more unexcused absences may be
withdrawn by the instructor. Students are still
responsible for withdrawing themselves if they want
to receive a “W”.
http://www.mdc.edu/policy/student_rights_and_respon
sibilities.pdf
carames04179
Dr. Vincent Bates vbates@mdc.edu 305-237-1291
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), all qualified students enrolled in this
course are entitled to reasonable accommodations.
Please notify the instructor during the first week of
class of any accommodations needed for this course.
For assistance, please contact your instructor during
advisement hours and/or visit the Math Center in
Room 2222. For Math Center hours of operation, call
305-237-1421.
Your final grade will have 4 components: home works
10%, in class exams 20%, midterm exam 30% & 40%
final exam. In order for you to pass the class you
need to have a 70% grade and finish ALL the HW &
exams.
5.3 Graph of a Rational Function
5.3 Graph of a Rational Function (Cont.)
5.5 The Real Zeros of a Polynomial
5.6 Complex Zeros; Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
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5.6
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.8
7.1
7.2
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
7.6
7.7
7.7
7.8
7.8
Complex Zeros; Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
Exponential Function
Logarithmic Functions
Properties of Logarithms
Logarithmic and Exponential Equations
Exponential Growth and Decay
Angles and Their Measure
Right Triangle Trigonometry
Right Triangle Trigonometry
Computing the Values of Trigonometric Functions of Ac
Trigonometric Functions of General Angles
Unit Circle Approach; Properties of the Trigonometric F
Graph of Sine and Cosine
Graph of Sine and Cosine
Graph of Tangent, Cotangent, Secant, Cosecant
Graph of Tangent, Cotangent, Secant, Cosecant
Phase Shift, Sinusoidal Curve Fitting
Phase Shift, Sinusoidal Curve Fitting
8.1 The Inverse Sine, Cosine, Tangent Function
8.2 The Inverse Sine, Cosine, Tangent Function
(Cont.)
8.3 Trigonometric Equations
8.4 Trigonometric Identities
8.5 Sum and Difference Formulas
8.6 Double and Half angle Formulas
8.6 Double and Half angle Formulas
9.2 Law of Sine
9.2 Law of Sine (Cont.)
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9.3 Law of Cosine
Tentative schedule
Subject to Change
with Written Notice”
should be included.
9.4 Area of a Triangle
10.1 Polar Coordinates
10.1 Polar Coordinates (Cont.)
10.3 The Complex Plane; De Moivre’s Theorem
10.3 The Complex Plane; De Moivre’s Theorem (Cont.)
10.4 Vectors
10.4 Vectors (Cont.)
10.5 Dot Product
11.2 Parabola
11.2 Parabola (Cont.)
11.3 Ellipse
11.3 Ellipse (Cont.)
11.4 Hyperbola
11.4 Hyperbola (Cont.)
12.3 System of Linear Equations: Determinants
12.5 Partial Fraction Decomposition
12.5 Partial Fraction Decomposition (Cont.)
13.1 Sequences
13.1 Sequences (Cont.)
13.2 Arithmetic Sequences
13.3 Geometric Sequences; Geometric Series
13.3 Geometric Sequences; Geometric Series (Cont.)
13.4 Mathematical Induction
M Jan. 06 Faculty Report to the University.
T 07
Classes begin.
W 09
Syllabus & couseCompass
F 11
13.1
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13.2
W 15
13.3
F 17
13.4
M 20
University is closed (Holyday)
W 22
13.5, ex#1Chapter13
F 24
12.3
M 27
12.4
W 29
12.5 ex#2Chapter12 11.2
F 31
11.3
M Feb. 03
11.4, ex#3Chapter11
W 05
7.1
F 07
7.2
M 10
7.3
W 12
7.4
F 14
7.5
M 17 Holiday
7.6
W 29
7.7
F 21
7.8, ex#4Chapter7
M 24
8.1
W 26
8.2
F 28
8.3
M March 03
8.4
W 05
8.5
F 07
No classes
8.6
M 10
8.7, ex#5Chapter8
W 12
9.1
F 14
9.2
M 17
W 19
9.3
F 21
9.4, ex#6Chapter9
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W 26
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M 31
W April 2
F 04
M 07
W 09
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W May 01
F 03
Learning Outcomes
10.1
10.2
10.3
5.2,
5.4,
6.1,
6.3,
10.4 , ex#7Chapter10
R6, 5.1
5.3
5.5
5.6, exam#8Chapter5
6.2
6.4
6.5, 6.6
6.7
6.8, exam#9Chapter6
Last Day of Classes
Final Exam 8:00 to 9:30 AM
Last Day for the Finals
Purpose: Through the academic disciplines
and co-curricular activities, General
Education provides multiple, varied, and
intentional learning experiences to facilitate
the acquisition of fundamental knowledge
and skills and the development of attitudes
that foster effective citizenship and life-long
learning.
As graduates of Miami Dade College, students
will be able to:
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1. Communicate effectively using listening,
speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Professor will address this outcome trough all
assessments described in the syllabus.
2. Use quantitative analytical skills to
evaluate and process numerical data. In this
course students will need to read and identify
data from graphs and charts. Students will
also learn to develop quantitative skills to
interpret data from graphs. Also, students will
solve algebraic equations and inequalities
and manipulate data through unit analysis.
3. Solve problems using critical and creative
thinking and scientific reasoning. In the
process of solving mathematical problems,
students will need to use critical thinking
skills to interpret solutions. Creativity in
solving problems is constantly encouraged in
this course and viewed as an important skill
in mathematics. Critical skills are heavily
emphasized in this course.
4. Formulate strategies to locate, evaluate,
and apply information.
In this course students will often need to
solve real-life word problems which apply the
mathematical concepts presented. Students
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will work to solve these problems and identify
relevant information in the problems in order
to be able to solve them.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of diverse
cultures, including global and historical
perspectives.
In this course, whenever possible, students
will be introduced to the use of mathematics
through diverse cultures as well as historical
notes on the mathematical concepts you
learn.
6. Create strategies that can be used to fulfill
personal, civic, and social responsibilities.
This outcome is heavily reinforced in this
course. I constantly teach them that: It is
they personal, civic and social responsibility
to take education seriously by putting forth
the effort needed for them to succeed. In this
class, as in life, only you are responsible for
your actions and the end result of them. Do
not put the blame on anyone other than
yourself. One should not subscribe to the
“Book of Excuses”. "Opportunity is missed by
most people because it is dressed in overalls
and looks like work." Thomas Alva Edison. In
truth, everyone has the same opportunity and
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should look for answers within themselves to
find solutions to their own problems. Being
respectful of others indicates you respect
yourself. Do this by speaking intelligently,
dressing appropriately and admitting your
weaknesses truthfully. Education makes you
strong; it remains in your brain and no one
can take it away from you. Select a major
that fulfills your personal goals but that also
addresses society’s need to answer certain
burning questions.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of ethical thinking
and its application to issues in society. This
outcome is not reinforced in this course.
8. Use computer and emerging technologies
effectively. In this course students will be
frequently informed about their progress in
the course via email.
9. Demonstrate an appreciation for aesthetics
and creative activities.
This outcome is not reinforced in this course.
10. Describe how natural systems function
and recognize the impact of humans on the
environment. This outcome is heavily
reinforced in this course. Every time that we
talk about a solution of a "Real World
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Problem" it is because we were able to
recognize how it functions.
NOTES:
I. This is a course where the professor has no time to go
more than once over the material. In case of questions,
use the office hours that are included in this document
or the MathLab.
II- The Professor will solve no more than one example of
each topic. The rest of the problems, the student need to
do by him/herself and in case of questions, use the office
hours that are included in this document or the MathLab.
III – I recommend this course for students that love Math,
have strong background of Algebra, and have an “A” in
MAC 1105
IV- The schedule showing here is tentative and is subject to
any change at the discretion of the Professor.
V.
There are HW whose topics will not be covered in
classes (you should know them already). You need to do
those HW and they will be graded as the rest. In the same
manner, you will get questions in your exams about those
topics
VI. Cell phones and any sounding devices are totally
prohibited. The instructor may ask the student to leave
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VII.
VIII.
IX.
X.
XI.
XII.
XIII.
the class for the first time. If the indiscipline is
repeated the instructor may withdraw the student from
the course. This rule is REINFORCED during the whole
semester.
Coming to the board when student is asked for is
mandatory. NO EXCEPTIONS!!.
If for serious reasons you cannot attend the office hours
shown in this syllabus, please, let me know and we
together, will find a time and a place to clarify your
doubts.
Please, read the syllabus!!
Every time you email me, specify, please, what class
are you in.
RIGHT ANSWER MEANS NOTHING!!
The registration to courseCompass begins Monday
January the 6th and finishes Monday January the 20st .
You need to be registered in this period of time. NO
EXCUSES!! You may be dropped from the class if you
don’t comply with this policy. Please, if you have
financial problems see Professor Ibrahim Abuchieva at
the Math. Department.
Cell phones and any sounding devices are TOTALLY
PROHIBITED. They need TO BE OFF BEFORE YOU
ENTER THE CLASS. The instructor may ask the student
to leave the class for the first time. If the indiscipline is
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XIV.
XV.
XVI.
XVII.
XVIII.
XIX.
repeated the instructor may withdraw the student
from the course.
Coming to the board when student is asked for, is
mandatory.
NO EXCEPTIONS!!.
Home works could be taken as many times as you want
and the system will record your best grade. Exams
could be taken once and they are timed. Students are
expected to complete the test in one session. Make
sure you do your home works and exams in the school
in order for you to avoid problems with the internet.
These are examples of not good excuses: “Professor at
home the internet was gone”; “Professor, please,
reopens the exam for me, I submit it before I finish”;
“Please, reopen the exam, I hit the wrong key” etc, etc,
etc.
NO REOPENNINGS AT ALL .
Punctuality. You will not be allow to enter the class is
you are late. ONE SECOND IS LATE!!
My voice is laud, please, DO NOT BE AFRAID!!
ANY ABSENCE IS INEXCUSABLE. I believe you; the
problem is that you missed the class!!
I understand that in our University we do not have a
dressing code policy but to come to my class you must
dress professionally and appropriately. What does it
mean? Male students CAN NOT wear neither pants nor
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shorts showing their underwear or sleeve less T-shirts.
Female students CAN NOT wear camisoles or shorty
shorts.
XX.
Come to the school to do HW & Exams. The phrase: “I
could not finish because my computer BLA, BLA, BLA…,
is not a good excuse!!
Instructions on How to Register For MyMathLab
1. Before you start, make sure you have these 3 things:
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A valid e-mail address
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The MyMathLab course ID from your instructor: carames77249
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A student access code, which should have come packaged with
your textbook.
Sample: MMLST-TAROK-THOLE-PICON-SHRIK-PRAWN
2. Go to http://students.pearsoned.com and click the Register button.
3. Read the information, then click Next on the bottom of the screen.
4. On the screen that appears:
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Enter the student access code that should have come packaged
with your textbook or purchase one.
Under Do You Have an Account?, select No, I am a new user.
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Click Next.
5. Enter the course ID and click Next.
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6. Enter your name, e-mail address, and school zip code (33167) and
click Next.
7. Select your school from the drop-down list and click Next.
8. On the next screen:
Enter a login name and password, which you will use from now
on to access your MyMathLab course.
 Select a question from the drop-down list that the system can
ask you for security reasons if you ever forget your login name
and password. Type in the answer to the question.
 Under License Agreement, check the box next to I agree.
 Click Next.
9. You have now registered and enrolled in your MyMathLab course!
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Print your Confirmation and Summary screen so you will have a
record of your login name and password!
10.
To enter your MyMathLab course, click the Log in now! button on
your Confirmation and Summary screen, which will take you to
http://students.pearsoned.com. (From now on, you can enter your
MyMathLab course from this site, so it’s a good idea to bookmark
this page. You will not have to register again for this course.)
11. Click the Log in button and log in using your login name and
password.
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12.
You will see your MyMathLab course title under Courses you are
taking. Click the course title to begin exploring MyMathLab!
Inside MyMathLab
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On the Announcements page, be sure to use the MyMathLab
Installation Wizard to install the plug-ins on a home computer.
This needs to be done only once.
Click the Course Documents button to find content that is
organized by chapter and Learning Units and for other resources
that span across multiple chapters.
For Technical Support, call Toll Free 1-800-677-6337, Monday
through Friday 9AM – 6PM EST
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