Frederick Community College

MA 091

ELEMENTARY ALBEGRA

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Course Description: Develops elementary algebra skills. Topics include linear equations, exponents, polynomials, graphing linear equations, systems of equations, radicals and problem solving. .

Credits: 0

Prerequisites: MA 090 or appropriate test score

Core Learning Outcomes: You will be able to

1. solve linear equations

2. graph linear equations

3. write equations of lines

4. apply the laws of exponents

5. add, subtract and multiply polynomials

6. solve systems of two equations

7. simplify, add, subtract, multiply, divide radical expressions

8. solve simple radical equations

9. apply algebraic methods to problem solving

Course Texts and Resources: Developmental Mathematics : 6th edition Bittinger and Beecher

A. Read each section of text and work the margin exercises when directed to do so. Work the assigned problems in each exercise set. If you are having trouble, see your instructor. DO NOT GO ON TO THE NEXT SECTION IF YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND THE SECTION YOU ARE WORKING ON.

B. Answers to margin exercises are in the back of the text.

C. Answers to all odd numbered exercises and all problems in the chapter review and test are in the back of the book. Answers to even numbered exercises are available in the Math Lab.

D. Solutions to the problems are in the Student's Solution Manual, (available in the bookstore or the Math Lab) and the Instructor Solution Manual (available in the Math Lab).

E. Video tapes may be viewed in the math lab or checked out.

F. Extra practice sheets are available for purchase in the book store or may be accessed online at http://frederick.blackboard.com login: mathlab password: algebra

G. Online tutoring and practice site, videos are available at www.mymathlab.com . You must use the pass code packaged with your textbook.

H. Drop-in tutoring is available. The schedule is posted in the math lab.

Instructional Methods: This course is a self‑pacing, individualized instruction course with a minimum mastery level of 80% of the material.

Evaluation:

Completion of chapters 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15 which includes 8 tests and a final exam with a cumulative average of 80%. See separate sheet “MA 091 Topical Outline” for material covered on each test.

You may be required to do other chapters and take those chapter tests based on a diagnostic pretest given the first day of class.

You may be exempted from specific chapter sections and tests based on a diagnostic pretest given the first day of class.

Testing:

After finishing the assigned problems and review work for a chapter, you are ready to take a test in the lab.

A. Tests may be taken at any time the lab is open. However, sufficient time should be allowed for completion, since the test will be graded on the work completed.

B. A cumulative average of 80% is required to pass this course. You may retest on a chapter if you are not satisfied with your grade. You have one retake per chapter. Depending on the number of chapters you are required to do, this could be up to 9 retakes. You may use your retakes any way you choose, but once they are used, you may not retake any other tests. Use them wisely. The highest grade for each chapter will be used to calculate your class average.

C. Answers to test questions are to be written on a separate sheet of paper. All written work done to obtain an answer must be turned in with your test. Number each problem on the work sheet.

D. Write your name, instructors name and class day/time and Chapter number and test form on all papers.

Final Grades:

You must have a cumulative average of 80% to pass this course.

Final grades will be assigned as follows: A, B, Z, or F

A. To receive a grade of A or B, complete all of the chapter tests and final exam. A: 90‑100, B: 80‑89

B. If you complete all required tests and your cumulative average is less than 80%, you may use all retests remaining to try to raise your average by retaking any chapter test(s). If the semester is over, you will get a Z grade and will need to enroll in the completion workshop or register for the next semester to retake tests that are less than 80%. In the following semester, you will again have 2 opportunities to test on each chapter.

C. A grade of Z will be given at the instructor's discretion to students who have not completed the course but who have met the following conditions:

1. Student has completed at least 4 tests.

2. Student has missed no more than 5 hours of class.

3. Student has put forth extra effort to complete the work (used class time and math lab resources effectively, asked for extra help, etc.).

E. The grade of F is assigned when fewer than four tests are completed or when a student does not satisfy the requirements for a Z grade.

F. A student who withdraws, fails, or receives a Z grade may enroll for the course the following semester and start where/he she left off, complete the remaining tests and then receive the grade earned. The student will have 2 opportunities to test on each chapter. If the course is not completed within the following 2 semesters, the student must start over again at the beginning of the course.

NOTE: Your grade in this course does not count in your GPA. However, this course is subject to satisfactory academic progress standards. Students who are identified as not having made satisfactory academic progress will be placed on academic probation.

Progress Report: You should be keeping a record of your tests scores on the attached form so that you have a record of your progress in the course. If you follow the topical outline, you should have 3 test grades before the 6^th week of class.

Attendance Policy: The College attendance policy states: "Students are expected to attend all class sessions except in cases of emergency, religious holidays or participation in official College functions. In these cases, notification or verification, if requested, well be given to the instructor by the student."

You are expected to attend every class so that you can receive help from your instructor and stay on schedule. Missing more than 5 hours of class will affect your grade if you do not finish the course.

RECORD OF TESTS AND GRADES

Retests used 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 (cross off as retests are taken)

CHAPTER TESTS RETESTS

Test	Date/ Form	Grade	Retest Date/ Form	Retest Grade	Highest grade
Chap 8-1
Chap 9
Chap 10-1
Chap 10-2
Chap 13
Chap 14
Chap 15-1
Chap 15-2
Final

Fall 2003

MA091 Elementary Algebra

Topical Outline

This also shows the sections associated with each formal test!

DAY

CLASS TOPIC

HW ASSIGNMENT

Introduction to Course

Diagnostic Test

8.1: Solving Equations: The Addition Principle

8.2: Solving Equations: The Multiplication Principle

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 561 – 564, p. 567 – 570

8.1, p. 565 – 566 (1, 3, 7, 9, 15, 19, 23, 25, 27, 31, 33, 39, 47, 49)

8.2, p. 571 – 572 (1, 5, 7, 13, 17, 19, 21, 25, 31, 35, 37, 39)

8.3: Using the Principles Together

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 573 – 580

8.3, p. 581 – 584 (1, 5, 9, 11, 17, 23, 25, 27, 31, 35, 41, 45, 49, 53, 59, 67, 77, 83, 87, 89, 91)

Chapter 8- 1Review p. 637 – 638 (1 – 22)

Chapter 8-1 Test p. 640 (1 – 13)

Worksheet

9.1: Graphs and Applications

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 645 – 649

TEST – CH 8 - 1

(8.1 – 8.3)

You will need Graph Paper!

9.1, p. 650 – 653 (5, 7, 9, 19, 21 – 43 Odd)

9.2: Graphing Linear Equations

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 654 – 663

You will need Graph Paper!

9.2, p. 665 – 669 (3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 21, 25, 31, 35, 37, 39)

9.3: More with Graphing and Intercepts

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 671 – 675

You will need Graph Paper!

9.3, p. 676 – 681 (1, 3, 5, 11, 13, 17, 21, 29, 35, 39, 41, 43, 47, 49, 55, 57, 59)

9.4: Slope and Slope Applications

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 682 – 688

You will need Graph Paper!

9.4, p. 689 – 694 (1, 5, 7, 11, 13, 19, 23, 27, 29, 31, 33, 39, 47, 49, 51)

Chapter 9 Review: p. 695 – 698 (1 – 42)

Chapter 9 Test: p. 700 – 703 (1 – 32)

Worksheet

TEST – CH 9

(9.1 – 9.4)

10. 1: Integers as Exponents

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 707 – 712

10.1, p. 713 – 715 (1, 7, 13, 17, 23, 29, 35, 39, 41, 43, 45, 49, 53, 55, 59, 63, 69, 73, 75, 77, 79, 89, 95, 97, 99, 101, 103)

10.2: Exponents and Scientific Notation

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 717 – 724

10.2, p. 725 – 728 (1, 3, 5, 7, 13, 23, 31, 35, 39, 47, 49, 55, 61, 63, 65, 71, 75, 77, 79, 89, 91)

Chapter 10 - 1 Review, p.785 – 786 (1 – 17)

Chapter 10 - 1 Test, p.788 – 789 (1 – 21)

Worksheet

TEST – CH 10 - 1

(10.1 – 10.2)

10.3: Introduction to Polynomials

10.4: Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 730 – 737

p. 744 – 747

10.3, p. 738 – 742 (5, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 29, 33, 41, 45, 47, 51, 53, 61, 65, 69, 75, 77, 79, 83, 93, 97)

10.4, p. 748 – 750 (3, 7, 11, 17, 23, 27, 31, 33, 35, 41, 43, 47)

10.5: Multiplication of Polynomials

10.6: Special Products

10.7: Operations in Several Variables

(omit 10.8)

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 752 – 755

p. 759 – 764

p. 769 – 772

10.5, p. 756 - 757 (3, 9, 13, 19, 23, 27, 33, 35, 51, 53, 61, 69)

10.6, 765 – 767 (1, 7, 11, 19, 27, 37, 43, 51, 61, 63, 67, 79, 85, 93, 95)

10.7, p. 773 – 776 (3, 7, 9, 11, 17, 23, 27, 29, 35, 39, 43, 49, 59, 73)

Chapter 10 - 2 Review, p. 786 – 787 (18 – 48)

Chapter 10 - 2 Test, p. 788 – 789 (22 – 43)

Worksheet

TEST – CH 10 - 2

(10.4 – 10.7)

omit 10.8

(Omit Chapters 11 and 12)

13.1: The Slope – Intercept Equation

13.2: Graphing Using Slope and the y-Intercept

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 947 – 951

p. 954 – 956

13.1, p. 952 – 953 (1, 3, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 23, 27, 31, 33)

You will need Graph Paper!

13.2, p. 957 – 959 (1, 5, 11, 13, 21, 25)

13.3: Parallel and Perpendicular Lines

(Omit 13.4)

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 961 – 963

13.3, p. 964 (1 – 23 odd)

13.5: Direct and Inverse Variation

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 973 – 978

13.5, p. 979 – 983 (1, 5, 9, 11, 13, 17, 21, 23, 29, 31, 33, 35, 39)

Chapter 13 Review, p. 985 – 987 (1 – 19, 26 – 33)

Chapter 13 Test, p. 988 (1 – 14, 19 – 24)

Worksheet

TEST – CH 13

(13.1 – 13.3, 13.5)

omit 13.4

14.1: Systems of Equations in Two Variables

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 993 – 997

You will need Graph Paper!

14.1, p. 998 – 999 (3, 7, 11, 13, 17, 23, 25)

14.2: Substitution Method

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 1000 – 10003

14.2, p. 1004 – 1006 (3, 7, 9, 11, 15, 19, 23, 27, 29, 31, 33)

14.3: Elimination Method

(Omit 14.4 and 14.5)

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 1007 – 1013

14.3, p. 1014, 1016 (1, 3, 7, 11, 15, 19, 25, 29)

Chapter 14 Review, p. 1037 – 1038 (1 – 24)

Chapter 14 Test, p. 1040 (1 – 10)

Worksheet

TEST – CH 14

(14.1 – 14.3)

omit 14.4, 14.5

15.1: Introduction to Radicals

15.2: Multiplying and Simplifying Radical Expressions

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 1045 – 1049 (omit # 31, # 35)

p. 1053 – 1056 (omit # 7, # 11)

15.1, p. 1050 – 1052 (3, 7, 13, 17, 19, 23, 27, 37, 43, 45, 49, 51, 53, 55, 57)

15.2, p. 1057 – 1059 (1, 3, 7, 13, 17, 19, 23, 25, 35, 37, 39, 41, 45, 47, 49, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61, 65, 67, 77, 79, 81, 83, 85)

15.3: Quotients Involving Radical Expressions

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 1061 – 1064

15.3, p. 1065 – 1067 (1, 3, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19 23, 27, 29, 31, 35, 37, 41, 43, 45, 47, 55, 59, 69, 71, 73, 75)

Chapter 15 - 1 Review, p. 1093 – 1094 (1 – 41)

Chapter 15 - 1 Test, p. 1096 – 1097 (1 – 24)

Worksheet

TEST – CH 15 - 1

(15.1 – 15.3)

15.4: Addition, Subtraction, and More Multiplication

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 1069 – 1072 (omit # 5, 13 – 18)

15.4, p. 1073 – 1075 (1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 17, 19, 21, 25, 31, 35, 37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 49)

15.5: Radical Equations

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 1077 – 1082 (omit # 4 – 6)

15.5, p. 1083 – 1085 (1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 43, 47)

15.6: Applications with Right Triangles

READ AND DO THE MARGIN EXERCISES

p. 1087 – 1089

15.6, p. 1090 – 1092 (1 – 27 odd)

Chapter 15 - 2 Review, p.1094 - 1095 (43 – 49, 52 – 55)

Chapter 15 - 2 Test, p. 1096 – 1097 (25 – 28, 30, 31, 35)

Worksheet

TEST – CH 15 - 2

(15.4 – 15.6)

STUDY FOR FINAL

Worksheet

FINAL

RETAKE FINAL IF NECESSARY

HAVE A GREAT BREAK!