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Fall 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: MATH-1314 (Section: 3C, CRN: 92551) College Algebra |
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| Instructor | Dr. Joyce Alexander | ||||||||
| alexanderj@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6337 | ||||||||
| Office | Madison Monroe Educational - Room: 228 | ||||||||
| Office Hours | None | ||||||||
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| 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. | ||||||||
| Required 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. |
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites | Successful completion of MATH 0332 or satisfactory score on approved test. | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of properties of functions, including domain and range, operations, compositions, and inverses. (PSLO 1, 3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework labs as well as pretest and post-test. 2. Recognize and apply polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions and solve related equations. (PSLO 1, 3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework labs and pretest and post-test. 3. Apply graphing techniques. (PSLO 3) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework labs. 4. Evaluate all roots of higher degree polynomial and rational functions. (PSLO 1, 2,3) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, homework labs and group discussion. 5. Recognize, solve and apply systems of linear equations using matrices. (PSLO 3) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes or homework labs. | ||||||||
| Core Objectives | PSLO ALPHA: Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: 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. PSLO 2: Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. PSLO 3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. | ||||||||
| Lecture Topics Outline |
Linear Equations and Inequalities Linear Equations Linear Equations with Fractions Linear Inequalities Absolute Value Equations Absolute Value Inequalities Systems of Equations Functions & Symmetry Domain- Range Inverse of a function Composite functions Even and Odd functions Graphing Linear Functions Graphing Quadratic Functions Given a point, find points symmetric with respect to x-axis, y-axis and the origin Given an equation of a function, determine if the function is symmetric to the X-axis, Y-axis and the origin Quadratic Functions: Factor quadratic functions Solve Quadratic Functions Use vertex and axis of symmetry to Graph Quadratic Function Solve quadratic Functions with solutions that are complex numbers Find the discriminate of a quadratic function Graph Quadratic Functions Radicals Simplify Radicals (Square Roots) Simplify Radicals (Cubic Roots) Solve Radical Equations Complex Numbers Add and subtract complex numbers Multiply and divide complex numbers Circles Given an equation of a circle, find the center and radius of the circle Use completing the square to write an equation of a circle, and determine the center and radius of a circle Graph circles given an equation of a circle, or the radius and center of a circle Exponents & Logarithms Define exponents Convert and exponent to a logarithm Convert a logarithm to an exponent Solve simple equations with exponents Solve simple logarithmic equations Rules for adding and subtracting logarithms Rules for multiplying and Dividing logarithms Cubic and Quartic Functions Determine the degree of the functions Determine if the function is even or odd Determine the end behavior of an even or odd function Graph simple cubic and quartic functions |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
Because this course is for Correctional Education students' Instruction, all assignments and tests will be given directly to students in class. Below are approximate dates for assignments and tests: Below are approximate dates for assignments and tests for Fall - 2023 Week 4: Date: September 26, 2023, Assignment: Test 1 and Test 1 Review Worksheet Week 8: Date: October 24, 2023, Assignment: Test 2 and Test 2 Review Worksheet Week 12: Date: November 21, 2023, Assignment: Test 3, and Test 3 Review Worksheet Week 16: Date: Decembe12, 2023, Final Exam |
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| Final Exam Date | December 12, 2023 - 12:30 PM Through December 12, 2023 - 3:00 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
Tests - 60% Assignments - 30% Participation - 10% |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies | I will discuss your grades during class only; as this course will be held face-to face in a Federal Bureau of Prisons Education facility. | ||||||||
| Attendance Policy |
Research has shown a cause-and-effect relationship between attendance and college success. Students with more than three absences from the course will receive an academic penalty (which is spelled out by the instructor). While there are no makeup tests or make up assignments, students will be allowed to drop their lowest grade for one missed test and one missed assignment. If a student misses more than one assignment or test, the student will receive a zero for that assignment or test. |
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| Additional Information | |||||||||
| Institutional Policies | |||||||||
| MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA. | ||||||||
| Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| COVID 19 Information | The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||
| Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect | As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual. | ||||||||
| Title IX and Sexual Misconduct | LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website. | ||||||||
| Clery Act Crime Reporting |
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website. |
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| Grievance / Complaint / Concern | 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. | ||||||||
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