Syllabus for Intermediate Algebra

This syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.

Course Content: Welcome to Math 098! This course will include chapters 2 – 8.
Math 98 assumes that you have a working knowledge of beginning algebra.

Daily Schedule: Each class will begin with questions from the assigned
homework. Check your homework sheet for specific problems to solve. To
succeed at the study of Intermediate Algebra, you will need to attend class and
come prepared with homework completed. A new topic will be presented on a
daily basis. Attendance is taken on a regular basis.

Homework: Daily homework will be assigned and is to be done outside the
class period. Assigned homework is a beginning point only. Do more problems if
needed to fully understand the concepts. For 1 hour of class time, expect to do 2
hours of study. Homework that is to be turned in for credit must be on time. Late
homework assignments will not be accepted without a late voucher. A student is
given two late homework vouchers for the quarter and must follow the rules on
the voucher
. Further information on homework that is to be submitted for credit
will be given in class.

Supplies: All work must be done in pencil. Two 8.5 X 11 spiral bound notebooks
are required for this class. A good eraser is a necessity. Graph paper and a
ruler will be needed for work in Chapters 3, 4 and 8. Scientific calculators may be
used on all tests and homework. Cell phones are not allowed to be used as a
calculator for tests.

Cell phones: In consideration of others, turn ringers off and use cell phones
outside of the classroom. All cell phones must be turned off and put away during
test times . Cell phones may not be answered or used during a test.
Tests: Students must be present the day a test is given in class. Make-up
tests will be given only if I am notified within 24 hours of the test and the student
has an excuse that is acceptable to me. If a student misses a test and does not
meet the criteria for a make-up test, a grade of “0” will be given. The final exam
will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 from 8:00am-10:00am.

Grading: Math 98 is a graded course. The grade will be determined by the
number of points earned from homework submitted for credit, class participation,
and tests. There are approximately between 800 and 900 points possible for this
course. Tests and homework assignments will have a certain number of points.
The number of points earned will be added together at the end of the quarter and
divided by the total number of points possible to determine the percentage
earned. The quarter grade will be based on the following percentages:

percentage grade point

below 50

No Credit

Tutoring: Tutoring for Math 98 students is available in the Math Learning Center.
I urge students to take advantage of the MLC and to form study groups with other
members of the class.

Classroom Etiquette: Math 98 is taught in a college environment. Please
respect other students by allowing a learning environment that is both pleasant
yet mindful of the quiet necessary for others to focus on what the instructor is
teaching. During class, please refrain from any behavior that would be a
distraction for the other students or the instructor.

Math Anxiety Bill of Rights
I have the right to learn at my own pace and not feel put down or stupid
if I’m slower than some one else.

I have the right to view myself as capable of learning math.

I have the right to ask whatever questions I have.

I have the right to ask the teacher or tutor for help.

I have the right to say, “I don’t understand.”

I have the right to fell good about myself regardless of my abilities in the study of math.

I have the right to be treated as a competent adult.

I have the right to define success in terms of my own goals.

North Seattle Community College Math 098
Intermediate Algebra—Martin-Gay 4th Ed.

Homework Assignments:
Unless otherwise stated, the assigned problems are
the odd numbers only. EOO. is ‘every other odd problem’, 1, 5, 9, 13 . . . .

2.1 Linear Equations in One Variable 60-61 1 – 19, 23 – 33, 37–77
2.2 An Introduction to Problem Solving 67 – 73 1, 3, 7, 9, EOO: 27-55
2.3 Formulas and Problem Solving 79 – 82 1 – 25, EOO: 29 – 49
2.4
 
Linear Inequalities and Problem
Solving
92 – 94
 
EOO: 17 – 53, 57– 85,
 
2.5 Compound Inequalities 101 – 103 EOO: 13 – 31, 35 – 65
2.6 Absolute Value Equations 108 – 109 EOO: 1 – 71
2.7 Absolute Value Inequalities 114 – 115 EOO: 1 – 82
  Chapter 2 Test 126 all problems 1 - 18
3.1 Graphing Equations 140 – 141 1 – 53
3.2
 
Introduction to Functions
 
151– 156
 
1 – 9, 23 – 39, 55 –
69,95,97
3.3
 
Graphing Linear Functions
 
162 – 165
 
1 – 19, 23 – 32, 35 –
59
3.4
 
The Slope of a Line
 
177-180
 
EOO: 1 – 17, &
45 – 63, 67 – 87
3.5 Equations of Lines 189 – 192 EOO: 1 – 81,
3.6
 
Graphing Linear Inequalities
 
198 – 199
 
1 – 11, 23 – 33,
47 – 57
  Chapter 3 Test 187 – 188 1-20, 22-26
4.1
 
Solving Systems of Linear Equations
in Two Variables
225 – 227
 
EOO: 1 – 63
 
4.3
 
Systems of Linear Equations and
Problem Solving
243-245
 
1 – 15, & 23,25,35
 
  Chapter 4 Test 270 3-9
5.1 Exponents and Scientific Notation 282 – 284 EOO: 1 – 93, 105-121
5.2 More Work with Exponents and
Scientific Notation
289– 291
 
1 – 75
 
5.3 Polynomials and Polynomial
Functions
300 – 303
 
17 – 87
 
5.4 Multiplying Polynomials 311 – 313 EOO ; 1 – 85, 93
5.5
 
The Greatest Common Factor and
Factoring
by Grouping
318-319
 
9 - 65
 
5.6 Factoring Trinomials 327-329 EOO: 1 – 89
5.7
 
Factoring by Special Products and
Factoring Strategies
334-335
 
EOO: 1-65
 
5.8
 
Solving Equations by Factoring and
Problem Solving
350 – 352
 
EOO: 1 – 67, 71 - 83
 
  Chapter 5 Test 361 all problems, 1 – 29
6.1 Rational Functions and Multiplying
and Dividing Rational Expressions
372 – 375
 
EOO: 1 – 75
 
6.2 Adding and subtracting Rational
Expressions
381-383
 
1 – 9, EOO: 27 – 81
 
6.3 Simplifying Complex Fractions 389-390 EOO: 1 – 53 & 55
6.4 Dividing Polynomials 396-398 EOO: 1 – 49 & 59
6.6
 
Solving Equations Containing Rational
Expressions
408-409
 
1 – 47 & 59,63
 
6.7
 
Rational Equations and Problem
Solving
418-421
 
1-17 & 19, 35,43,55
.
6.8 Variation and Problem Solving 428-431 1 – 29 & 31,33
  Chapter 6 Test 442 1 – 14, 17-25
7.1 Radicals and Radical Functions 453 – 455 1– 83
7.2 Rational Exponents 462-463 EOO: 1 – 85
7.3 Simplifying Radical Expressions 469-470 1 – 71
7.4
 
Adding and Subtracting Radical
Expressions
474-475
 
EOO: 1 – 75
 
7.5
 
Rationalizing Denominators and
Numerators of Radical Expressions
481-482 odds: 1 -49
7.6
 
Radical Equations and Problem
Solving
492 – 496
 
EOO: 1 – 49 &
odds: 51-69
7.7 Complex Numbers 503-504 1 - 71
  Chapter 7 Test 513 1-31
8.1
 
Solving Quadratic Equations by
completing the Square
526-528
 
EOO: 1 – 73, &
99,101,105
8.2
 
Solving Quadratic Equations by the
Quadratic Formula
537-540
 
EOO: 1 – 61 & 51
 
8.3
 
Solving Equations by Using Quadratic
Methods
546-549
 
EOO: 1 – 53 & 63
 
8.4
 
Non-Linear Inequalities in One
Variable
557-559
 
EOO: 1 – 53
 
8.5 Quadratic Functions and Their Graphs 566-567 1-25
8.6
 
Further Graphing of Quadratic
Functions
574-576
 
1 – 11, EOO: 13 - 41
 
  Chapter 8 Test 521 – 522 1-20
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