MASTER SYLLABUS

2020-2021

A.	Academic Division: Liberal Arts

B.	Discipline: Mathematics

C.	Course Number and Title: MATH 0065 – Algebra for Applied Geometry & Trigonometry

D.	Course Coordinator: Sara Rollo

Assistant Dean: Dr. Steve Haynes

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E.	Credit Hours:

Lecture: 1 credit hour. (Two hours a week for 8 weeks.)

F.	Prerequisites: MATH 0072 or MATH 0073 with a minimum of C- grade or qualifying placement test score

Co – requisite: MATH 1070

G.	Syllabus Effective Date: Fall 2020

H.	Textbook(s) Title: Instructor handouts will be provided

Workbook(s) and/or Lab Manual: TI-83 or TI-84 required

J.	Course Description: This course is designed to enhance students’ knowledge of algebraic methods and procedures that will be used in Applied Geometry and Trigonometry. The topics will include demonstrations in using the calculator, scientific notation, order of operations, polynomials, inequalities, exponents, radicals, solving equations, graphing, factoring, and rational expressions.

K.	College-Wide Learning Outcomes:

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met& When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

L.	Course Outcomes and Assessment Methods:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met &When it is met
Convert decimal numbers to scientific notation and vice versa.	In-class assignments and/or homework Weeks 1-8
2. Change algebraic expressions using properties of exponents.	In-class assignments and/or homework Weeks 2-8
3. Apply the knowledge of order of operations when simplifying algebraic expressions and solving equations.	In-class assignments and/or homework Weeks 3,5-8
4. Add, subtract, multiply and divide polynomials.	In-class assignments and/or homework Weeks 3-8
5. Demonstrate the knowledge of inequality symbols while solving inequalities.	In-class assignments and/or homework Weeks 4-8
6. Label the slope and y-intercept on a graph and draw the line.	In-class assignments and/or homework Weeks 6-8
7. Evaluate exponential and variable expressions.	In-class assignments and/or homework Weeks 5-8
8. Factor binomials and trinomials.	In-class assignments and/or homework Weeks 7-8
9. Use addition, multiplication, division and order of operations to simplify expressions.	In-class assignments and/or homework Week 8

M.	Topical Timeline (Subject to Change):

Topic	Week
How to use the graphing calculator	1
Scientific notation	1
Properties of exponents, roots and radicals	2
Order of operations	3
Polynomials	3-4
Solving equations/inequalities	4-5
Variable expressions	5
Slope and y-intercept	6
Factoring	7
Rational expressions	8

N.	Course Assignments:

Assignments will be provided during class time and will be done during the class period. Outside homework assignments will be provided, as necessary.

O.	Recommended Grading Scale:

The course will be evaluated as Pass/Fail based on attendance and participation. Participation includes, but is not limited to, completing in-class work and outside homework assignments.

P.	Grading and Testing Guidelines:

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R.	Class Attendance and Homework Make-Up Policy:

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S.	Classroom Expectations:

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T.	College Procedures/Policies:

Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at

http://catalog.ncstatecollege.edu/mime/download.pdf?catoid=5&ftype=2&foid=3