Dr. Bennett

Intermediate Algebra #2841

Spring 2001

Tobey & Slater, 3rd ed.

COURSE TITLE: Intermediate Algebra

COURSE NUMBER: MATH 112 SEMESTER: Spring 2001

REFERENCE NUMBER: 2841

TIME AND ROOM: MTR 12-12:50, G218

PREREQUISITE: Algebra for College or placement exam

INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Deborah Bennett

OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday 2-3, 4-6, Thursday 2-4

TELEPHONE NUMBER: (201) 200–2201

E-MAIL ADDRESS: dbennett@njcu.edu

OFFICE: Grossnickle 227

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course contains many topics usually taught in a second-year algebra course including functions and relations. It is an advanced review of algebra designed for students who desire sufficient knowledge for Pre-Calculus and Calculus. It is a useful aid for increasing one’s ability to solve problems in business, nursing, education, and science. (3 credits)

COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Students will briefly review the fundamental concepts of a previous course in introductory or elementary algebra.
2. Students will become familiar with polynomials, rational expressions, rational exponents and roots.
3. Students will explore applications of algebra concepts to word problems in business, science and engineering.
4. Students will acquire the ability to read, write, and communicate mathematically.
5. Students will analyze other topics such as quadratic equations and inequalities, conic sections, and logarithms as a base for pre-calculus.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Reading should be completed before each section is covered in class. Homework will be assigned at each class and should be completed prior to the next class. Students are responsible for any work missed due to absence. Bring a scientific or graphics calculator to class. There will be several exercises in class carried out in a cooperative learning format. Everyone is expected to participate.
 
 

COURSE CALENDAR/DEADLINE DATES:

Assigned Reading:

1.3–1.6 Basic Concepts

2.1–2.8 Linear Equations and Inequalities

3.1–3.4 Equations, Inequalities and Functions

EXAM 1 Monday, February 19

3.5 Concept of a Function

4.1, 4.3, 4.6 Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities

5.1–5.8 Polynomials

6.1–6.5 Rational Expressions and Equations

EXAM 2 Monday, April 2

7.1–7.7 Rational Exponents, Radicals, and Complex Numbers

8.1–8.2, 8.5 Quadratic Equations

1. Distance Formula and the Circle

1. Function Notation

FINAL EXAM Wednesday, May 9, 10:30-12:30

EVALUATIONS AND GRADING: There will be 12 unannounced 10-minute quizzes. The 10 best quizzes will count as one exam grade (worth 17.5%). There will be three class exams (each worth 17.5%) plus a final exam (worth 30%). There are no make-up quizzes and no make-up exams. Your final course grade will be determined from your numerical average: 90–100 is an A, 80–89 is a B, 70–79 is a C, 60–69 is a D, and below 60 is an F.
 
 

Last revised  1/21/2001
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