| Instructor | Richard Martino B.S. Physics, B.S. Mathematics, Pennsylvania State University martino.richard@spcollege.edu, (727)341-4605 | ||
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| Textbook | Introductory Algebra, 10th Edition, Marvin L. Bittinger Addison Wesley Publishing Company, Pearson Education, Inc. More information at www.aw-bc.com | ||
| Prerequisite | MAT 0012 or appropriate score on the SPC mathematics placement test | ||
This course is a study of the basic skills & concepts of elementary algebra from the view of a college student who needs an understanding of basic algebra. Major topics include language & operations on sets, operations on signed numbers, simple linear equations & inequalities in one variable, operations on polynomials (including beginning techniques of factoring), integer exponents, brief introduction to radicals, introduction to graphing & applications.
In addition to the skills listed in the course description, the students will learn how to:
MAT 0024 requires that the student pass the official State of Florida test for algebra. Study guides are available in our campus bookstore. Required skills will be emphasized throughout the course.
Students will be taught through fifteen (15) of 2 hour and 40 minute lecture periods, one lecture period per week. Student participation is encouraged, welcomed and beneficial to one's grade. Real-life relatable examples will be emphasized. At least three scheduled tests will be given, and a few pop quizzes may be given. The final exam will be the State of Florida official algebra test. Active participation is expected.
Attendance will be taken at the start of each class, and will contribute to the student's grade. SPC official policy states that a student may have up to two (2) unexcused absences. Any unexcused absence after two absences requires the instructor to withdraw the student, if on or before the 60% point in the term, or to give the student a grade of WF if after the 60% point. Students in their third attempt at this course will be given a grade of WF at any point in the term. Excused absences do not count against the student.
Homework will be assigned & expected to be completed before the start of the next class. The student is expected to seriously attempt every homework problem. The teacher understands that not all students will complete all homework correctly. Therefore, it is the responsibility of each student to verify the correctness of his homework & to ask questions to learn the correct method(s). Time will be allocated at the start of each class to address homework issues. Homework will not be graded; however, tests & quizzes may be taken directly from homeworks.
History has shown that, to be successful in this course, the student should: show up, pay attention, do the homework, ask questions, and read the next lesson.
The final grade will be determined as follows:
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| # | Section | Subject | Exercise Set: Every Other Odd |
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| 1 | 1.1-1.4 | Real numbers, add, subtract, number line | §1.1:1-43, §1.2:1-65, §1.3:1-73, §1.4:1-103 |
| 2 | 1.5-1.8 | Real numbers, multiply, divide, properties, simplify | §1.5:1-75, §1.6:1-67, §1.7:1-113, §1.8:1-81 |
| 3 | 2.1-2.4 | Equations and formulas: addition, multiplication methods. | §2.1:1-51, §2.2:1-39, §2.3:1-91, §2.4:1-47 |
| 4 | 2.5-2.8 | Percentages, Inequalities: applications and methods of solution | §2.5:1-55, §2.6:1-45, §2.7:1-83, §2.8:1-49 |
| 5 | Test | Chapter 1 & 2 Test | Test A Test B |
| 6 | 3.1-3.5 | Stuff You Should Know Graphing linear equations, x- & y-intercepts | §3.1:1-61, §3.2:1-59, §3.3:1-55, §3.4:1-33, §3.5:1-29 |
| 7 | 4.1-4.4 | Stuff You Should Know Polynomials, exponents & scientific notation | §4.1:1-103, §4.2:1-91, §4.3:1-99, §4.4:1-63 |
| 8 | 4.5-4.8 | Polynomials: products, operations, division; Chapter 4 Quiz | §4.5:1-71, §4.6:1-101, §4.7:1-77, §4.8:1-41 |
| 9 | Spring Vacation - No Classes | ||
| 10 | 5.1-5.4 | Factoring Polynomials: trinomials, FOIL method, ac-method | §5.1:1-45, §5.2:1-63, §5.3:1-75, §5.4:1-93 |
| 11 | 5.5-5.8 | Polynomials: trinomial squares, difference of squares, quadratic equations | §5.5:1-83, §5.6:1-77, §5.7:1-65, §5.8:1-35 |
| 12 | Test | Chapter 5 Test | |
| 13 | 6.1-6.2 | Rational Expressions: simplify, multiply, divide, recripocals | §6.1:1-69, §6.2:1-35 |
| 14 | 8.1-8.6 | Radical Expressions: simplify, multiply, add, subtract | §8.1:1-61, §8.2:1-85, §8.3:1-75, §8.4:1-63, §8.5:1-51, §8.6:1-29 |
| 15 | Test | Chapter 6 & 8 Test | |
| 16 | Review | Comprehensive review, emphasize State of Florida algebra test | |
Mr. Martino is available in room SA-213 forty minutes before class starts.
| Valencia Community College | http://valenciacc.edu/east/mathcenter/statetest/ |
| www.AlgebraHelp.com | www.PurpleMath.com |
| Words for Operations | http://www.jamesbrennan.org/algebra/problems/words_for_operations.htm |