Syllabus for Introduction to Algebra, Elementary Algebra and Intermediate Algebra
This packet contains almost everything you need to know
about taking this online course from
Umpqua Community College. Don‘t lose this as it will demonstrate its usefulness
throughout
the course.
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Included in this document:
• Course Descriptions
o Introduction to Algebra: Math 060
o Elementary Algebra: Math 065
o Intermediate Algebra: Math 095
• Assessments
• Required Material
• Required Technological proficiencies
• Before the first day of class…
• Is an online class right for you.
• Selected Umpqua Community College academic polices.
| UMPQUA COMMUNITY COLLEGE MATH 060 COURSE DESCRIPTION: |
This course is intended for students who wish to start at
the very beginning of algebra. Basic concepts,
definitions, and procedures are
stressed as are practical applications. An emphasis of the course will be on
problem solving skills. This course will introduce basic operations with
integers, exponents, scientific notation,
algebraic expressions, linear
equations, geometry, ratio and proportion, and percent, operations with
polynomials,
and factoring polynomials.
After completion of this course, you will be able to.
• Use order of operations to evaluate an algebraic expression.
• Write and solve linear equations for some real-life problems (involving
geometry).
• Solve literal equations for a given variable.
• Perform basic operations with polynomials,
• Work with integer exponents and scientific notation.
• Factor certain types of polynomials,
• Brag to all of your friends that you understand Algebra.
Prerequisites for Math 060: Per the UCC Catalog, Math 20 or equivalent with a
grade of ―C‖ or better.
| UMPQUA COMMUNITY COLLEGE MATH 065 COURSE DESCRIPTION: |
This course in algebra is intended for the student who has
familiarity with beginning algebra and geometry
concepts. This course includes
solving quadratic equations by factoring and using quadratic formulas,
applications
of linear and quadratic equations, algebraic solutions involving
radicals, graphing lines with applications, and
solving a system of equations in
two variables using elimination or substitution with applications in systems.
After completion of this course, you will be able to.
• Sketch the graphs of linear equations and determine the slope and intercepts.
• Create the equation of a line from given conditions.
• Solve a system of linear equations using substitution and addition methods.
• Factor polynomials.
• Solve compound inequalities and express the solution in interval notation.
• Solve quadratic equations using factoring, the square root property, and the
quadratic formula.
• Gain the applause and admiration of the mathematical community of the world.
Prerequisites for Math 065: Per the UCC Catalog, Math 060 or equivalent with a
grade of ―C‖ or better.
It‘s possible that even though you have the prerequisites for this course, you
still may not be ready
academically for Math 65. If you feel that you are ready
for Elementary Algebra, you will be required to
pass a prerequisite proficiency
test during the first week of the course. If you perform poorly on this
proficiency, you may be advised to take a different course.
| UMPQUA COMMUNITY COLLEGE MATH 095 COURSE DESCRIPTION: |
This course assumes some prior exposure to algebra.
Whereas basic fundamental concepts will be stressed, the
pace of the course will
be faster than an introductory course. The course covers the usual topics of
elementary
algebra including graphing, rational expressions, and rational
exponents. The student entering this course should
already be comfortable with
solving linear equations, working with integer exponents, and factoring. The
course
will emphasize problem solving and applications.
After completion of this course, you will be able to.
• Use dimensional analysis to convert units.
• Perform simple operations and solve equations with rational expressions.
• Work with rational exponents.
• Simplify radicals, and solve equations with radical expressions.
• Cross the Pons Asinorum
Prerequisites for Math 095: Per the UCC Catalog, Math 065 or equivalent with a
grade of ―C‖ or better.
It‘s possible that even though you have the prerequisites for this course, you
still may not be ready
academically for Math 95. If you feel that you are ready
for Intermediate Algebra, you will be required
to pass a prerequisite
proficiency test during the first week of the course. If you perform poorly on
this
proficiency, you may be advised to take a different course.
| YOUR GRADE WILL BE DETERMINED BY… |
Midterm and Final Exams: You will have two on-campus
proctored exams administered through MyMathLab
(Please bring
photo-identification). The midterm will occur during the sixth week of the term.
During the fifth
and tenth week you will need to schedule a testing time with
Clara Smithey, ,
541/440-4715. Currently, the testing
lab is located on the UCC campus in the Educational Skills Building (ESB)
room
15A. The final will be during the eleventh week of the term. You are not
permitted to use notes of any
kind during these exams. However, you may use a
calculator. YOU MUST SCHEUDLE DURING THE FIFTH
AND TENTH WEEK. IF YOU FAIL TO DO
SO YOU MAY LOSE UP TO 10% OF YOUR GRADE. (Please, it
is important that you think
in advance during the midterm and final week. Plan ahead to give yourself plenty
of
time to complete the weekly assignments and study time before your scheduled
testing time).
Quizzes: You will have two quizzes that may be completed at a location of your
choice (I would probably choose
home). You will be permitted to start the quiz
two different times, and I will record the higher of the two scores.
Proficiency Review Quiz (Math 65 and Math 95): Due midnight of the first week of
the term, this quiz is
designed to bring to mind and reinforce the skills you
have shown proficiency of during your previous course.
This quiz is available in
your course‘s ―take a test‖ tab. You may take it as many times as you wish.