Developmental Studies
Mat 100 Introduction to College Math
*This syllabus contains some different information from the traditional on campus course.
Fall Semester 2008
Instructor: Ellyn Gillespie Stewart
Office: AC 206
Telephone: Office: 822-3242
Departmental Assistant: Sandra Smith 822 - 3539
Department Chair: Tom Davis 822 – 3239
Math Coordinator: Bruce Prunty 822 - 3541
E-mail: stewarte@midlandstech.edu
Campus Mailbox: AC 212
Class Schedule:
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MAT-032-A05 (136170) Developmental Mathematic |
08/25/2008 - 12/17/2008: AC 216 T TH 09:35AM-11:00AM |
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MAT-032-A36 (136870) Developmental Mathematic |
10/20/2008 - 12/17/2008: AC 205 T TH 02:05PM-04:55PM |
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MAT-100-I01 (135208) Intro College Math |
08/25/2008 - 12/17/2008: OFST 85000. |
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MAT-100-I02 (135209) Intro College Math |
08/25/2008 - 12/17/2008: OFST 85000. |
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MAT-100-I81 (137003) Intro College Math |
09/23/2008 - 12/17/2008: OFST 85000 |
Office Hours: By appointment
Personal Website: http://www.midlandstech.edu/dvs/faculty/gillespiestewart/
Course Attendance: Since this is an online course, you are required to participate on the discussion board a minimum of twice a week. “Just checking in.”, “Me too.”, etc. do not count toward your discussion grade. You must post questions and answer my questions, as well as, other student questions. If you miss a test without contacting me, you will be dropped for non-attendance and your last day of attendance will be recorded as the last day you were in MyMathLab.
Course Requirements: You may work ahead in the course. You may not make-up work after the deadlines given. Everyone must take the final exam.
Course Grading: The final grade is determined as follows:
Participation 10%
Online Tests 30%
Online Homework 30%
Midterm examination 15%
Final examination 15%
Classroom Rules/Other: Everyone must take the midterm and final exams on Airport Campus in ASC 262. There will be NO MAKE-UP exams or homework.
Course Topic Outline/Course Calendar with Assignments:
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Chapter 1: Adding and Subtracting Integers and Polynomials |
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1.1 Variables, Exponents, and Order of Operations |
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1.5 Introduction to Integers |
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1.6 Addition of Integers |
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1.7 Subtraction of Integers |
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1.8 Polynomial Definitions and Combining Polynomials |
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TEST 1 |
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Chapter 2: Laws of Exponents, Products and Quotients of Integers and Polynomials |
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2.1 Multiplication of Integers |
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2.2 Multiplication Laws of Exponents |
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2.3 Products of Polynomials |
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2.5 Division of Integers and Order of Operations with Integers |
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2.6 Quotient Rule and Integer Exponents |
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2.7 Power Rule for Quotients and Using Combined Laws of Exponents |
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2.8 Division of Polynomials by Monomials |
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2.9 An Application of Exponents: Scientific Notation |
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TEST 2 |
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Chapter 3: Linear Equations and Inequalities |
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3.1 Addition Property of Equality |
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3.2 Multiplication Property of Equality |
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3.3 Combining Properties in Solving Linear Equations |
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3.4 Using and Solving Formulas |
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3.5 Solving Linear Inequalities |
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3.6 General, Consecutive Integer, and Distance Application Problems |
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3.7 Money, Investment and Mixture Application Problems |
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3.8 Geometric Application Problems |
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TEST 3 |
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Chapter 4: Graphing Linear Equations and Inequalities |
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4.1 Reading Graphs and the Cartesian Coordinate System |
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4.2 Graphing Linear Equations with Two Variables |
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4.3 Graphing Linear Equations Using Intercepts |
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4.4 Slope of a Line |
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4.5 Slope-Intercept Form of a Line |
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4.6 Point-Slope Form of a Line |
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4.7 Graphing Linear Inequalities with Two Variables |
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4.8 Relations and Functions |
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TEST 4 |
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Chapter 5: Factors, Divisors, and Factoring |
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5.2 Factoring Polynomials with Common Factors and by Grouping |
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5.3 Factoring General Trinomials with Leading Coefficients of One |
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5.4 Factoring General Trinomials with First Coefficient Other Than One |
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5.5 Factoring Binomials |
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5.6 Factoring Perfect Square Trinomials |
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5.7 Mixed Factoring |
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5.8 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring |
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TEST 5 |
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Chapter 9: Ratios, Percents, and Applications |
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8.1 Ratios and Rates |
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8.2 Proportions |
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8.3 Percent |
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8.4 Applications of Percent |
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8.5 Further Applications of Percent |
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TEST 6 |
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Review for Final |
PLEASE NOTE: Should change become necessary, the instructor reserves the right to adjust the requirements, pace, or scheduling of this course. Any change will be announced in class before it becomes effective
Math 100 Introduction to College Math
CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course covers the following topics: operations with integers, variable expressions, polynomials, integer exponents; solving linear equations including fractions and applications; factoring; the rectangular coordinate system; and percents
PREREQUISITE(S): Math 032 or placement exam
CREDIT HOURS: 5
DEPARTMENTAL WEBSITE: www.midlandstech.edu/dvs
TEXTBOOK(S): Integrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra, Fourth Edition by Jordan/Palow, Addison Wesley, 2009.
EQUIPMENT: Scientific Calculator TI-30X IIS is recommended. Calculators are not permitted until chapter 3. A Student Solutions Manual is available in the bookstore and online, but is not required.
GRADING SCALE: 90-100 A Superior Work
80-89 B Good Work
75-79 C Average Work
below 75 F Unsatisfactory Work
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course the student will be able to: perform operations with integers, variable expressions, polynomials, and exponents, solve linear equations, factor, describe and use the rectangular coordinate system, and calculate percent applications.
COURSE OUTCOMES AND COMPETENCIES:
Intended Course Outcome: Students will demonstrate an overall knowledge of the learning
objectives for introductory algebra including integers, expressions, equations, basic
graphing, and factoring.
Course Competency: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Perform operations with integers, variable expressions, polynomials, and exponents
2. Solve linear equations
3. Factor
4. Describe and use the rectangular coordinate system
5. Calculate percent applications
Performance Measurement Instrument and Success criteria: Students will demonstrate course competency by responding to questions on the standardized final exam which includes the following individual competencies:
1. Perform operations with integers, variable expressions, polynomials, and exponents
2. Solve linear equations
3. Factor
4. Describe and use the rectangular coordinate system
5. Calculate percent applications
College Policies
Students are expected to read the student handbook and abide by its policies. Copies of the hand book may be obtained at various locations on campus and is located on the web: http://www.midlandstech.edu/planner/
Academic Dishonesty: The Student Code addresses what constitutes academic dishonesty. All forms of dishonesty including, but not limited to, cheating on tests, plagiarism, collusion and falsification, will call for discipline.
CHEATING ON TESTS includes:
§ Copying from another student’s paper.
§ Using materials during a test not authorized by the person giving the test.
§ Collaborating with any other person during a test without permission.
§ Knowingly obtaining, using, buying, selling, transporting, or soliciting in whole or part the contents of any un-administered test.
§ Bribing any other person to obtain information about tests.
§ Substituting for another student, or permitting another student to substitute for oneself.
PLAGIARISM is the appropriation of any other person’s work and unacknowledged
incorporation of that work in one’s own work offered for credit.
Campus Emergency Protocol: Students and employees are asked to report safety concerns or suspicious activities to Campus Security at 7199 (on campus) or 738-7199 (cell phone or off campus). In the event of an emergency, student and employee protocol is to immediately call Campus Security or local 911. If an emergency occurs, the college will use a variety of methods to communicate additional information and instructions including the MTC Information Centers, campus loud speakers, MTC Alerts! (http://www.midlandstech.edu/Phone_Alert.htm ),voice mail, email, college Intranet, and the MTC website homepage.
Inclement Weather Policy: In the event weather conditions or other emergencies cause the closing or a delayed start of Midlands Technical College, announcements will be made over local radio and TV stations, on the MTC Web site, and on the college’s information line (803.738.8234). Notices will be sent to student Campus Cruiser Mail when applicable. Separate announcements may be made for day and evening classes as weather conditions change during the day.
If the college closing or reopening means that there is at least 30 minutes of a class remaining, plan to attend that class. For example, if the college opens at 10:00 a.m. in TTH, classes that normally meet at 8:00 a.m. will not meet. If the college closed at 8:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. classes would meet for their regular time, but 7:35 p.m. classes would not meet since there are fewer than 30 minutes remaining in class.
Student E-Mail Accounts: All MTC students are assigned a college e-mail account upon admission to the college. This account is called “Campus Cruiser Mail.” Campus Cruiser Mail is the primary mode by which the college communicates with students. Students are responsible for checking their college e-mail on a regular basis for important information and announcements about registration, financial aid, cancelled classes, emergency announcements and other notices. Students can use their college e-mail accounts to communicate with faculty, staff, fellow students, and others, in support of their educational pursuits. In addition to e-mail, students will also have access to maintaining personal calendars and “tasks lists” through their Campus Cruiser e-mail account.
Student Evaluation of Instruction: Students have the opportunity to evaluate this course. The confidential evaluation process is conducted through MTC On-Line using the individual student’s username and password. Announcements will be made during the term concerning how and when to complete the online evaluation. Students are encouraged to participate in this process.
Students Requiring Special Accommodations: If special accommodations are needed for a student with a disability, the student should go to Counseling Services on Beltline or Airport Campus for assistance. Documentation regarding a specific disability is required in order for special arrangements to be made. Confidentiality of information received will be maintained.