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TEXTBOOK: Intermediate Algebra 9th Edition

AUTHOR:      Lial, Hornsby & McGinnis

 

Prerequisites: Math 0306 and Math 0308 or equivalent test score.

 

 

Course Intent:  This course is the final course in the developmental sequence.  Its purpose is dual in nature:  (1) to complete the final phase of TASP readiness; and (2) to prepare students for College Algebra.

 

 

 

Catalog Description:  Topics include factoring techniques, radicals, algebraic fractions, complex numbers, graphing linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, systems of equations, graphing quadratic equations and an introduction to functions.  Emphasis is placed on algebraic techniques, in order to successfully complete Math 1314 (College Algebra).  A departmental final examination must be passed with a score of 60% or more to pass this course.

 

MyMathLab

MyMathLab is a textbook specific on-line supplement. The student can access MyMathLab by using the code that comes with their textbook. Students are encouraged to use MyMathLab to practice tests, lessons, worksheets, links, animations, video tutorials, or assignments. Addison Wesley offers free tutoring through MyMathLab. You can learn more about the tutor center at http://aw-bc.com/tutorcenter/math.html.

 

 

 

GRADING:  There will be four in-class exams and a departmental final exam. There are also three required assignments on the computer. You will also have quizzes during the class and these quizzes/assignments will make a 6th grade. There are no makeup quizzes or exams.  If you miss a quiz you just missed the opportunity to get those points.  If you miss one exam then your final exam grade will be doubled.  Students who have less than a 70 average and who have not received an IP before will receive the grade of IP (In

 

 

Progress).  The IP grade requires the student to retake the class because they have not satisfied the minimum requirements for the class. If you have received an IP before you can receive a D or F. The student may receive an F if they have not withdrawn from the course but not completed the course by taking the examinations. Anyone caught cheating on an exam will receive an F on that exam and is subject to suspension. No calculators are used on graded exams.

 

 

Examination Schedule

[Dates for the examination are content-driven]

 

Tentative Test Schedule

Test (1) ---- Chapter 2

Test (2) ---- Chapter 3, Chapter 4 (4.1), Chapter 5 (5.1,5.4,5.5)

Test (3) ---- Chapter 6, Chapter 7

Test (4) ---- Chapter 8(8.1-8.5,8.7) Chapter 9 (9.1,9.2)

 

Final Exam:  December 15    12:00

 

Final Grade = Test(1)+Test(2)+Test(3)+Test(4)+Quiz/Lab Assignments+Final

                                                      6

 

90 – 100 =   A

80 -  89  =   B

70 -  79  =   C

 0 -   69  =  IP*

 

* unless the student has already received an IP then they can/will receive the D or F.

 

 

Classroom Policies: You are allowed 4 unexcused absences.  After the fourth absence, you can/will be dropped from the course. The last day to drop is November 11. No talking on cell phones in class.

 

 

Resources: The Math Lab is located in Room 300.  There are tutors available for homework and conceptual assistance. There are videotapes and computer software are also available. Additional help is also available in the Learning Resource Center and through Student Support Services. During the semester, there will be free review/study sessions led by instructors.

 

 

 

 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The Houston Community College System is committed to providing the least restrictive environment for all students. HCCS promotes equity in academic access through the implementation of reasonable accommodations as

required by the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title V, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) which will enable students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from all post-secondary educational activities. Students needing accommodations due to a documented disability should contact the

ADA counselor for their college at the beginning of the semester.  The faculty is authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office..