Instructor: Jonathan Freedman


Spring 03

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.Course Information:

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Course Description:

Math 122 covers the first half of intermediate algebra (Math 123 covers the second half).

Syllabus:

Math 122
Intermediate Algebra I
Jonathan Freedman
Office: 2307

Spring 2003
MWF 10:10–11:00

Office Hrs:MW 12:30–1:45                                 TTh 11–12:30
Bldg/Rm: 1218
Ph: 650 738–7032

Important Dates:

Last day to Add this course:

Last day to Drop this course without a W:

Last day to Withdraw from class:

Holidays:

Final Exam (comprehensive):

 

Monday, January 27

Friday, February 6

Wednesday, April 23

1/20; 2/14; 2/17; 4/14 - 4/18

Monday, May 19   8:10 – 10:40 (am)

 

Introductory Notes

Course Objectives: We will cover the majority of Chapters 6 through 8 as well as some supplemental materials.

In completing this course you can expect to have done the following:

• Develop and apply critical thinking skills

• Develop facility with symbolic representations and apply them in solving applied problems

• Recognize the limitations of calculators and correctly employ the concept of significant digits

• Develop competence in each of the fundamental algebra topics detailed in the course content list (sufficient to earn an AA degree)

• Develop skills necessary for further work in mathematics beyond elementary algebra.

In particular, we will study chapters 6 through 8 of the text which include exponents and their properties, polynomials: multiplication and factoring, and rational algebraic expressions (fractions with variables).

 

 

Materials:

A TI–83 graphing calculator is required for this course. Other graphing calculators may perform the same functions and may be acceptable but see me about this. If you have a TI–89, TI–92, or other technology that can perform symbolic manipulations you will not be allowed to use it on any form of assessment.

Prerequisite:

Math 110, 112 or equivalent with C or better, or appropriate score on placement test.

Required Text:

Hubbard, Elizabeth, and Ronald D. Robinson. Elementary & Intermediate Algebra, Discovery and Visualization. 3rd ed. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company, 2002. (red and black cover).

 

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Tutoring:

The Learning Center (TLC) is an outstanding resource for free tutoring in all of your classes. You should visit TLC at the slightest sign of confusion or just as a place to sit and work in a supportive environment. The Learning Center staff is well trained and dedicated solely to your success, so don't waste this resource!

Assistance:

In Coordination with the DSP&S office, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified students with disabilities. If you have an accommodation letter, please meet with me during my office hours to discuss your needs. For more information, please contact DSPS office in building 2 at 738-4280.

 

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Grading Information

Assignments (homework, classwork, quizzes) (20%)

3 – 5 Tests (60%)

Final (20%)

I will drop your worst test score (Not the final). There will be no makeup tests. If you are late for a test you will have only the remaining time to complete the test (so don't be late). If you know you are going to miss a test date, contact me at least three days in advance and we can arrange an alternate test.

I will omit one late assignment or if you submit all assignments on time, I will drop your lowest score.
I will give quizzes often. I will drop your two worst quizzes. There will be no makeup quizzes.

Grading Scale:
                      A ≥ 90%
                      80% ≤ B < 90%
                      70% ≤ C < 80%
                      60% ≤ D < 70%
                      F < 60%

 

 

 

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