Syllabus for Math 380 Elementary Algebra
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Course: Math 380 Elementary Algebra |
Instructor: Kevin Yokoyama |
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Text:
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Office: PS 119E |
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Authors: CR Math Department |
Email: Kevin-Yokoyama@Redwoods.edu |
OBJECTIVE: This course covers the main topics found in beginning algebra including: the real number system, linear equations and inequalities, polynomial expressions and equations, graphs of linear equations and inequalities, radicals, quadratic equations, the quadratic formula, interpretation of graphs and problem solving techniques. This course is also designed to prepare you for Math 120 (intermediate algebra). The prerequisite for this course is Math 376 (prealgebra), or an appropriate score on the math placement test. We will be using graphing calculators extensively in this course. If you don't have a graphing calculator you will need to purchase one. We strongly recommend the TI 83 Plus graphing calculator. Click Here for the link to the official course outline.
Course Learning Outcomes:
These are the things a student will be able to do as a
result of successfully completing this course.
HOMEWORK: Homework will be assigned every class meeting, and is due at the beginning of the next class period. If you can't get the assignment in on time make sure that you know the material because you will still be held responsible for the information. Click here to see the homework assignment sheet.
QUIZZES: Quizzes will be given several times during the semester. The quiz questions will usually cover material given in the homework. MAKE-UP QUIZZES WILL NOT BE GIVEN.
CELL
PHONE USE: Cell phone use in class is
prohibited. If you are expecting an emergency call, please set your phone on
silent/vibrate mode. If you need to use your phone, please do so outside of
class.
TESTS: There will be four 100-point exams given over the semester, as well as a 100 point comprehensive final exam. MAKE-UP TESTS WILL NOT BE GIVEN unless you notify me in advance.
ATTENDANCE: One of the most important things that you can do to succeed in this course is to attend every class meeting. It is the policy of the math department to drop students for excessive absences. This means that if you miss more than six class meetings you may be dropped from this course! If you have to miss class, make prior arrangements to turn in your homework, as well as to get any notes or materials covered that day.
MATH 380L - The Math Lab for Elementary Algebra: All students in this class are encouraged to enroll in Math 380L - The Math Lab for Elementary Algebra. You may sign up for 0.5 - 1.0 units of credit. The Math Lab is located in the Academic Support Center in the new library, and is open every day. The Math Lab is a great place to study or do your homework. You can receive help from one of the instructors on your homework, study for exams, or brush-up on your study skills by using one of the many computer programs installed on the network.
GRADING
POLICY:
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Quizzes/Homework/Labs |
100 points |
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3 Tests (100 points each) |
300 points |
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Final |
100 points |
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Total |
500 points |
Grades will be
assigned as follows:
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90 - 100% = A |
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80 - 89% = B |
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70 - 79% = C |
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60 - 69% = D |
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Below 60% = F |
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Practice Exams Click here to work on practice exams.
Lecture Notes: Click here to download lecture notes.
TI-83 Help: Click here to go to Kevin’s the TI-83 tutorial site.
TI-89 Help: Click here to go to the TI-89 tutorial site (subscription cost).
Graph Paper
Click here to download graph paper, Adobe Acrobat Reader is required.
More Help: Click here to get helpful information for this
course.