Math
104 – Algebra II: Modeling
Prerequisite: Math 101 or the equivalent (Algebra I, Beginning Algebra)
Class Meetings: Section
2395: Mon. – Thurs.
Section
2394: Mon. – Thurs.
Instructor: Maryl Landess Office Hours: Mon. – Thurs.
Office: Juniper 6
Phone: 588 – 5175 or by appointment
E-mail: landessm@yosemite.cc.ca.us
Required Materials: (please bring to class daily)
Ø Text: Beginning and Intermediate ALGEBRA, The Language and Symbolism of Mathematics by Hall & Mercer (we will cover chapters 6 -10 this semester)
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Graphing calculator (TI-83 Plus recommended)
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Engineering paper or graph paper
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Ruler
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Pencil (sharpened before class)
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Eraser
Course Description:
The ability to communicate precisely is an essential part of modern society. Algebra is the language we use to communicate ideas involving numbers. Its structure and rules allow us to simplify and solve complex quantitative problems. Problem solving will be explored in a variety of contexts: verbally, numerically, graphically and symbolically.
Student
Responsibilities:
Learning mathematics is not a spectator sport. It is your job to actively engage in the process of learning mathematics; I can only guide you in your efforts to learn.
You are responsible for
Ø All class announcements
Ø Participating in class discussions and lab activities
Ø Asking relevant questions, seeking appropriate help (as soon as questions arise!)
Ø Understanding all class lectures, discussions, activities and associated text material
Ø Solving problems on daily homework assignments and writing up your solutions in a neat and complete manner (expect to spend 2-4 hours per class meeting)
Ø Submitting assignments on time; late assignments will not be accepted
Ø Taking all quizzes and exams during the scheduled class period. Make-up quizzes and exams will generally not be given. You must contact me immediately if you believe your situation warrants exception to this policy.
Recommendations for success
Ø Read text sections prior to lecture.
Ø Start daily homework as soon after class as possible.
Ø Work with classmates on assignments.
Ø When you complete your homework, take some time to reflect on the assignment. Summarize for yourself the general concepts, types of questions and problems solving techniques presented in the reading, lecture and assigned problems.
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Seek help.
(SI Sessions, office hours, Math Lab,
Ø Do not fall behind. Most lessons build on the foundations of the previous lesson. The inability to understand and apply new material quickly snowballs.
Ø Keep lecture notes, assignments, quizzes and exams in an organized binder.
Ø Maintain a record of your grades.
Ø Start studying early for quizzes and exams.
Grading:
Your grade in the course is based on your overall weighted average
Homework /Labs 10% (four scores dropped)
Quizzes 20% (
Exams 50%
Final 20% (cumulative)
and the following scale:
90 -100 % A
80 – 89 % B
70 – 79 % C
60 – 69 % D
below 60 % F
FINAL EXAM: Section 2395 (am class): Wednesday, December 15,
Section 2394
(pm class): Monday, December 13, 2 – 4
p.m.
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Tentative Calendar – Math
104 (Landess) – Fall 2004
** Expect quizzes weekly!
Week 1: Course Into; Review Chapters 1 – 5; Lecture 6.1, 6.2
Week 2: Monday
Week 3: Lecture 6.5, 6.7; Review and Exam Ch. 6
Week 4: Lecture
7.1 – 7.3
Week 5: Lecture
7.4, 7.5
Week 6: Monday
Week 7: Lecture
8.2, 8.3
Week 8: Lecture 8.4, 8.5
Week 9: Lecture
8.6, 8.7; Exam Ch. 8
Week 10:
Lecture 9.1 –9.3
Week 11: Lecture
9.4 – 9.6
Week 12: Lecture
10.1 – 10.2; Exam Ch. 9
Week 13: Lecture
10.3 – 10.4
Week 14: Lecture
10.5 – 10.6
Week 15: Lecture
10.7
Week 16: Final Exam: Wednesday 4/28, 8 – 10 am