Fall 2020 Course Syllabus Course: DMTH-0314- Section: 9C Foundations of College Algebra

Instructor Information
Instructor	Dr. Tobechukwu Ikegulu
E-mail	ikegulutn@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6229
Office	Location: Madison Monroe Education - Room: 228 Hours: LOCATION: Madison Monroe Education - Room: 228 || HOURS: N/A
Department	Inmate Instruction Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Course Information
Description	In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included.
Prerequisites	TSI Score 310-335 and ABE Score 3-6, or TSI Score 336-341
Learning Outcomes	Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1. Use appropriate symbolic notation and vocabulary to communicate, interpret, and explain mathematical concepts. 2. Define, represent, and perform operations on real numbers, applying numeric reasoning to investigate and describe quantitative relationships and solve real-world problems in a variety of contexts. 3. Use algebraic reasoning to solve problems that require ratios and rates in a variety of contexts using multiple representations. 4. Apply algebraic reasoning to manipulate expressions and equations to solve real-world problems. 5. Use graphs, tables, and technology to analyze, interpret, and compare data sets. 6. Construct and use mathematical models in verbal, algebraic, graphical, and tabular form to solve problems from a variety of contexts and to make predictions and decisions.
Core Objectives	* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. * Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	.Students will demonstrate mastery of the course by passing the TESTS and FINAL Exam with at least a grade of 70%. Course materials are from the Textbook: Pre-Algebra by Glencoe/McGraw Hill
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. TEXTBOOK: Beginning & Intermediate Algebra 6th edition by Elayn Martin-Gay
Lecture Topics Outline	Problems for all sections (1-57 every other odd) 1.4 Review Order of Operations 2.2 Review Equations using Add and Mult. Prop 2.3 Linear Equations 2.6 Percent and Mixture Problems Solving 2.8 Intro to Inequalities 9.1 Compound Inequalities 9.2 Absolute Value Equations 9.3 Absolute Value Inequalities 9.4 Graphing Inequalities 6.1 Factoring: GCF and Grouping 6.2 Factoring Trinomials 6.3 Factoring Trinomials and Squares 6.4 Factoring Trinomials by Grouping 6.5 Factoring Binomials: squares and cubes 7.1 Simplifying Rational Expressions 7.2 Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions 7.3 Adding and Subtracting Like-Term Rationals 7.4 Adding and Subtracting Un-Like Term Rationals 7.7 Complex Fractions 6.6 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring 6.7 Problem solving using Quadratic Equations 7.5 Rational Equations 7.6 Proportions and Problem Solving 10.1 Intro to Radical Expressions 10.3 Simplifying Radical Expressions 10.6 Radical equations and Problem Solving 11.1 Square Root Method and Completing The Square Method 11.2 The Quadratic Formula 12.1,12.5,12.6,12.7
Major Assignments Schedule	N/A
Final Exam Date	December 10, 2020 - 6:00 PM   Through  December 10, 2020 - 9:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Final Grade Tests and FINAL EXAM: 100%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between participation and college success. There will not be any makeup quizzes or makeup tests. A student's lowest test grade will replace a first missed test. A student will receive a zero for any missed quiz, a second missed test or missing the final exam. The final exam is required.
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between participation and college success. There will not be any makeup quizzes or makeup tests. A student's lowest test grade will replace a first missed test. A student will receive a zero for any missed quiz, a second missed test or missing the final exam. The final exam is required.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.