COURSE SYLLABUS. Intermediate Algebra DMTH Lecture - Lab - Credit. Prerequisite

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1 COURSE SYLLABUS Intermediate Algebra Lecture - Lab - Credit Prerequisite Beginning Algebra or a MATH THEA/ACCUPLACER score at the Remediation Standard This syllabus has been reviewed and is current on the date indicated. Prepared By Date Robert Peterson 6//2012 Reviewed By Division Director/Designee Date

2 Course Syllabus Page 2 I. Instructor Information Name: Robert Peterson Phone office/cell: / Campus Office: Pevehouse robert.peterson@tstc.edu im: robertpeterson1953@yahoo.com Office Hours: 10am 12pm, 1pm 3pm M Th; 8am 12pm, 1pm 5pm F Department Chair: Dana McElroy Chair dana.mcelroy@.tstc.edu II. III. IV. Class Times, Location 9:00 9:55am, 4:00 4:55pm M Th, Pevehouse 128 Program Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will have acquired the skills necessary to enter MATH 1314 (College Algebra). Students will develop problem solving, listening, work ethic, and integrity skills. Course Description & Introduction This course is designed to continue the fundamental concepts of algebra. Algebraic fractions, exponents, polynomials, factoring, radicals, quadratic equations, and complex numbers will be studied. V. Learning Outcomes The student will: A. Simplify algebraic fractions B. Calculate exponents C. Perform operations on polynomials D. Simplify radical expressions E. Write quadratic equations F. Write complex numbers G. Build employability skills such as critical thinking, reading and work ethic VI. Assessment Methods & Grading Policy 1. Completion of online assignment 33% 2. End of chapter project 34% a. Minimum grade (0) for correct answers. b. Additional points (up to 30) for use of Word Documents, Excel Spreadsheets and Graphs, etc. These points do not count toward the minimum required in item a. c. All work must be submitted in electronic form. 3. Written test 33%

3 Course Syllabus Page 3 Grades are the accumulative average of the online work, end of section/chapter project and written tests. Written tests are open book/notes/computer that must be completed in a maximum of 2 (two) hours. The final average will give the grade listed here. Notice that an average less than 0% is not a passing grade. A: B: C: 0-9 F: 69 and below Makeup policy: Make ups for tests and end of chapter projects may be allowed on the discretion of the instructor on a case-by-case basis. It should be noted that make up tests are more difficult than regularly scheduled ones. The online assignments have firm due dates. A student passing ACCUPLACER or THEA while enrolled in this class shall immediately be awarded a letter grade A, provided that the student exhibits a document that shows his/her test scores and testing date. The testing date must run concurrent with the present semester in order to receive an A. Evaluation of Instruction At the end of the semester, each student will have the opportunity to fill out an anonymous online survey of this instructor and this course. The instructor will not be given access to the information until after all grades are posted. The evaluation is used to identify strengths and weaknesses of the instructor, the course, and the learning environment so that we may constantly improve. VIII. IX. ebook/reference Materials Introduction to Technical Mathematics, 5/E; Alyn J. Washington, Mario F. Triola, Ellena E. Reda; Prentice Hall, 2008 Additional Resources & Supplies Notebook Pencil X. Class Participation Policy & Student Conduct Overview of Course The time spent on working through this course becomes the responsibility of each student. In order to master the course objectives, the student must remain on pace. Overseeing the Foundations Math lab are instructors who will assist you and give you the reinforcement needed in order for you to be successful in this class. Attendance Instructors will monitor your attendance. Active participation is the way to success. Satisfactory attendance will be used as extra credit. Academic Integrity

4 Course Syllabus Page 4 Taking full advantage of your educational opportunity requires that all your work must be your own. Calculators are permitted. A graphing calculator is not required but would be very useful. Cell phones/pagers The use of cell phones or pagers is prohibited by college policy during class or lab times. Please be sure these devices are turned off before class or lab starts. Tobacco Products The use of tobacco products in this class is prohibited. XI. Safety Campus building occupants are required to evacuate buildings when a fire alarm activates. Alarm activation or announcement requires exiting and assembling outside. Familiarize yourself with all exit doors of each classroom and building you may occupy while receiving instructions. The nearest exit door may not be the door you used when entering the building. Students requiring evacuation assistance should inform the instructor during the first week of class. In the event of evacuation, follow the faculty s or class instructor s instructions. Do Not re-enter a building unless given instructions by the Fire Department, Campus/Local Police, or Fire Prevention Services. XII. Special Needs If you have a documented disability that will impact your work in this class, please contact the ADA Coordinator, so that appropriate arrangements for your accommodations can be made. The counselor on your campus can assist you in this process. In accordance with the federal law, a student requesting accommodations must provide documentation of his/her disability to the ADA Coordinator. For more information call (325) or donnie.armstrong@tstc.edu.

5 Course Syllabus Page 5 XIII. Course Schedule The following activities/assignments are subject to change; however, reasonable time will be given.

6 Course Syllabus Page 6 End-Of-Course Learning Outcomes Activities/s Due Dates Week #1: Exponents & Polynomials Write exponents in expanded form, use product, power and quotient rules of exponents, change negative exponents to positive exponents 1. Evaluate exponential expressions, use product, power and quotient rules 2. Define polynomials, polynomial functions, simplify, add and subtract polynomials Week #2: Exponents & Polynomials (cont.) 3. Multiply polynomials 4. Special products, FOIL, square binomials, product of sum and difference Week #3: Exponents & Polynomials (cont.) 5. Simplify negative exponents, convert numbers from standard to scientific notation and from scientific to standard 6. Divide polynomials using long division Week #4: Exponents & Polynomials (cont.). Use synthetic division to divide polynomials, evaluate polynomials using remainder theorem 5 Skills Validation 1 Skill Validation Written Test/ End of chapter project End-Of-Course Learning Outcomes Activities/s Due Dates Week #5: Factoring Polynomials Find greatest common factor, factor binomials and trinomials, solve quadratic equations and problems by factoring 1. Find greatest common factor, factor polynomial by grouping 2. Factoring polynomials of type x 2 + bx + c Week #6: Factoring Polynomials (cont.) 3. Factoring perfect square polynomials 4. Factoring polynomials of type ax 2 + bx + c Week #: Factoring Polynomials (cont.) 5. Factoring binomials 6. Solving quadratic equations by factoring Week #8: Factoring Polynomials (cont.). Solving problems using factoring 8. Quadratic equations and problem solving Week #9: Factoring Polynomials (cont.) Skills Validation 2 Skill Validation Written Test/ End of chapter project 8

7 Course Syllabus Page End-Of-Course Learning Outcomes Activities/s Due Dates Week #10: Rational Expressions Simplify rational expressions, add/subtract/multiply/divide rational expressions, solve equations with rational expressions, simplify complex fractions 1. Find domain of rational expression, simplify rational expressions 2. Multiply and divide rational expressions 3. Add and subtract rational expressions w/common denominator, find least common denominator of rational expressions 4. Add and subtract rational expressions with unlike denominators Week #11: Rational Expressions (cont.) 5. Solve equations containing rational expressions 6. Proportions and problem solving Week #12: Rational Expressions (cont.). Simplifying complex fractions Skills Validation 3 Skill Validation Written Test/ End of chapter project 9 Week #13: Rational Exponents. Radicals Identify radical expressions, add/subtract/multiply/divide radical expressions and complex numbers 1. Find square and cube roots, simplify radicals, add/subtract/multiply/divide radical expressions 2. Rationalize denominators of radical expressions, Week # 14: Imaginary and Complex Numbers 1. Imaginary numbers 2. Add/subtract/multiply/divide complex numbers Skills Validation 4 Skill Validation Week #15: Quadratic Equations and the Quadratic Formula 3. Solving quadratic equations by End of completing the square Semester 4. Solving quadratic equations using End of the quadratic formula Semester Skills Validation 5 Skill Validation End of Semester All assignments/tests must be completed by 5pm Friday, December, 2012 XIV. Instructor CV

8 Course Syllabus Page 8 Robert C. Peterson, PE (325) (325) robert.peterson@tstc.edu Education Bachelor of Science December 1982 New Mexico Institute of Mining & Technology Major: Mining Engineering Bachelor of Science June 195 Oregon State University Major: Geology Minor: Naval Science Military Service Midshipman, United States Naval Reserve, Commissioned Officer, United States Navy, Certification Professional Engineer, State of Texas Employment March 2000 to Present June 1991 to March 2000 January 1985 to November 1990 Instructor, Texas State Technical College Safety Engineer, Lone Star Industries Mining Engineer, Domtar Industries Professional Awards W.R. Potter Mark of Teaching Excellence June 2006 D.E.S.I.R.E Employee of the Month