Math 60 Intermediate Algebra Fall 2017

Instructor: Jeff Butler Phone: (760) 744-1150, ext. 5016 Time: MW 5:30 PM. – 10:00 PM NS-359 E-mail: [email protected] Class no. 73640 Web site: http://www2.palomar.edu/users/jbutler

Text: Intermediate Algebra; Martin-Gay, 7th edition

Materials: You will need a scientific calculator - that is one which can calculate logarithms. A graphing calculator (such as the TI-83) is recommended but not required.

Grading Policy: Comprehensive final exam (2 hour) - 200 points 4 midterm exams (1 hour, 100 points each, lowest score dropped) - 300 points Homework (14 assignments, 8 points each) - 112 points ------Total - 612 points

Cutoffs: A - 90% B - 80% C - 70% D - 60%

These cutoff points may be lowered. They will not be raised. Special emphasis may be given to excellent scores on the final exam.

Exams need to be taken at the scheduled time unless there is a good reason (such as illness). Exceptions should be cleared with me in advance.

Homework: There will be homework assigned at the end of each class (14 assignments total). They will be graded at 8 points each, more for completeness than correctness. Homework relevant to each exam should be completed and turned in before the exam, otherwise a penalty may be assessed. For each assignment turned in, please write your name and the assignment number at the top of the first sheet.

Expectations: Please keep the class periods focused and productive by refraining from extraneous conversation and other disruptive behavior. Your cooperation on this point is much appreciated, not only by me, but by other students who are trying to concentrate.

Suggestions: To succeed in this class, the recommended approach is to make a steady effort for the entire semester, attending class consistently and completing each homework assignment in a timely manner. You should show your work on homework and exams and strive to keep them neat and legible. Collaborating on homework assignments is encouraged, but be aware that each team member must turn in their own assignment. Bring your textbook to class as well as paper and something to write with. Take notes and keep them in a notebook. Seek help when you need it. Don't hesitate to ask questions.

Tentative Course Outline:

Week Material Topics 1: 8/21 1.2 - 1.4, 2.1 - 2.4 Numbers, equations and inequalities 8/23 2.5 – 2.7, 3.1 – 3.3 Absolute value equations, functions 2: 8/28 3.4 – 3.7, 4.1 – 4.2 Linear functions 8/30 4.3, 5.1 – 5.3 Test #1 Systems of equations 3: 9/4 Holiday Labor Day 9/6 5.4 – 5.7 Polynomials and factoring 4: 9/11 5.8, 6.1 – 6.3 Rational expressions, complex fractions 9/13 6.4 – 6.7 Test #2 Rational equations and applications 5: 9/18 7.1 – 7.4 Radical expressions, rational exponents 9/20 7.5 – 7.7 Radical equations, complex numbers 6: 9/25 8.1 – 8.3 Test #3 Quadratic equations 9/27 8.4 – 8.6 Graphing quadratics, optimization 7: 10/2 9.1 – 9.5 Exponential and log functions 10/4 9.6 – 9.8 Exponential and log equations. 8: 10/9 10.1 – 10.2 Test #4 Conic Sections 10/11 Review / Final Exam

Final exam date: Wednesday, October 11, 8:00 – 10:00 P.M. (preceded by review)

Other dates: Last day to qualify for refund: Sept. 3 Last day to add: Aug. 29 Last day to drop with no grade notation: Aug. 29 Last day to change to P/NP grade option: Sept. 6 Last day to drop with a "W" grade: Sept. 18

Student Learning Outcomes:

1) Determine and implement an appropriate method of solution for a variety of problems involving contemporary applications of linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, and rational functions. Such applications include, but are not limited to, bacterial growth, exponential decay, earthquakes, compound & simple interest, and variation.

2) Graph linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions.