MTH 098, ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA

1. *INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

a. Name:

b. Office:

c. Office phone number:

d. E-mail address:

e. Office hours:

2. COURSE INFORMATION

a. Course name, number and credit hours:
MTH 098 Elementary Algebra -- 4 Semester Credit Hours.

b. *Section number and reference/synonym number:

c. *Class meeting time (days, time, location):
Please refer to current semester schedule of classes for days, time, and
location of class.

NOTE: Students should expect to spend several hours per week in the
Developmental Mathematics Computer Lab at the Decatur Campus as
necessary to complete their weekly course work.

d. Prerequisite:
A grade of “C” or better in MTH 090 (Basic Mathematics) or appropriate
mathematics placement score.

e. Course description:
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MTH 090 (Basic Mathematics)
or appropriate mathematics placement score.

This course is a review of the fundamental arithmetic and algebra
operations. The topics include the numbers of ordinary arithmetic and
their properties; integers and rational numbers; the solving of equations;
polynomials and factoring; and an introduction to systems of equations
and graphs.

f. Course Objectives:
To provide a solid foundation in algebra for students who have had no
previous experience in algebra and for those who need a review of basic
algebraic concepts.

Topic Outline

MTH 090 MATERIAL

CHAPTER 1 WHOLE NUMBERS
1.1 Standard Notation
1.2 Addition
1.3 Subtraction
1.4 Rounding and Estimating; Order
1.5 Multiplication and Area
1.6 Division
1.7 (Omit)
1.8 (Omit)
1.9 Exponential Notation and Order of Operations

CHAPTER 2 INTRODUCTION TO INTEGERS AND ALGEBRAIC
EXPRESSIONS
2.1 Integers and the Number Line
2.2 Addition of Integers
2.3 Subtraction of Integers
2.4 Multiplication of Integers
2.5 Division of Integers and Order of Operations
2.6 Introduction to Algebra and Expressions
2.7 Like Terms and Perimeter
2.8 (Omit)

CHAPTER 3 FRACTION NOTATION: MULTIPLICATION AND DIVISION
3.1 Multiples and Divisibility
3.2 Factorizations
3.3 Fractions and Fraction Notation
3.4 Multiplication of Fractions
3.5 Simplifying
3.6 Multiplying, Simplifying, and More with Area
3.7 Reciprocals and Division
3.8 (Omit)

CHAPTER 4 FRACTION NOTATION: ADDITION, SUBTRACTION,
AND MIXED NUMBERS
4.1 Least Common Multiples
4.2 Addition, Order, and Applications
4.3 Subtraction, Equations, and Applications
4.4 (Omit)
4.5 Mixed Numerals
4.6 Addition and Subtraction of Mixed Numerals; Applications
4.7 Multiplication and Division of Mixed Numerals; Applications

CHAPTER 5 DECIMAL NOTATION
5.1 Decimal Notation
5.2 Addition and Subtraction of Decimals
5.3 Multiplication of Decimals
5.4 Division of Decimals
5.5 More with Fraction Notation and Decimal Notation
5.6 (Omit)
5.7 (Omit)
5.8 (Omit)

CHAPTER 6 PERCENT NOTATION
6.1 Ratio and Proportion
6.2 Percent Notation
6.3 Percent and Fraction Notation
6.4 (Omit)
6.5 (Omit)
6.6 (Omit)
6.7 (Omit)
6.8 (Omit)

MTH 091 MATERIAL

CHAPTER 9 INTRODUCTION TO REAL NUMBERS AND ALGEBRAIC
EXPRESSIONS
9.1 Introduction to Algebra
9.2 The Real Numbers
9.3 Addition of Real Numbers
9.4 Subtraction of Real Numbers
9.5 Multiplication of Real Numbers
9.6 Division of Real Numbers
9.7 Properties of Real Numbers
9.8 Simplifying Expressions; Order of Operations

CHAPTER 10 SOLVING EQUATIONS AND INEQUALITIES
10.1 Solving Equations: The Addition Principle
10.2 Solving Equations: The Multiplication Principle
10.3 Using the Principles Together
10.4 Formulas
10.5 Applications of Percent
10.6 Applications and Problem Solving
10.7 Solving Inequalities
10.8 Applications and Problem Solving with Inequalities

CHAPTER 11 GRAPHS OF LINEAR EQUATIONS
11.1 Graphs and Applications of Linear Equations
11.2 More with Graphing and Intercepts
11.3 Slope and Applications
11.4 Equations of Lines
11.5 Graphing Using the Slope and y-Intercept
11.6 Parallel and Perpendicular Lines (Optional)
11.7 Graphing Inequalities in Two Variables

MTH 092 MATERIAL

CHAPTER 12 POLYNOMIALS: OPERATIONS
12.1 Integers as Exponents
12.2 Exponents and Scientific Notation
12.3 Introduction to Polynomials
12.4 Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials
12.5 Multiplication of Polynomials
12.6 Special Products
12.7 Operations with Polynomials in Several Variables
12.8 Division of Polynomials

CHAPTER 13 POLYNOMIALS: FACTORING
13.1 Introduction to Factoring
13.2 Factoring Trinomials of the Type x² + bx + c
13.3 Factoring ax² + bx + c, a ≠ 1: The FOIL Method
13.4 Factoring ax² + bx + c, a ≠ 1: The ac-Method
13.5 Factoring Trinomial Squares and Differences of Squares
13.6 Factoring: A General Strategy
13.7 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
13.8 Applications of Quadratic Equations

CHAPTER 14 RATIONAL EXPRESSIONS AND EQUATIONS
14.1 Multiplying and Simplifying Rational Expressions
14.2 Division and Reciprocals
14.3 Least Common Multiples and Denominators
14.4 Adding Rational Expressions
14.5 Subtracting Rational Expressions
14.6 Solving Rational Equations
14.7 Applications Using Rational Equations and Proportions
14.8 Complex Rational Expressions
14.9 (Omit)

g. Course Sequencing Statement:
This course is a prerequisite for MTH 100. This course is basically a
combination of MTH 090, MTH 091, and MTH 092.

h. Course Applicability Statement:
This course is not required in any program of study. Students should
consult the current College Catalog for specific course requirements in their
major/program of study.

i. Course Transferability Statement:
This course does not transfer. For specific information on transferability of
courses, please contact the institution to which you plan to transfer.

3. TEXTBOOK AND COURSE SUPPORT MATERIALS

a. Textbook:
Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra, Custom Edition for Calhoun
Community College, by Marvin L. Bittinger and David J. Ellenbogen,
Pearson Custom Publishing. (Taken from Prealgebra and Introductory
Algebra, 2^nd Edition by Marvin L. Bittinger and David J. Ellenbogen, Pearson
Education, Inc., 2008.) (Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14.)

b. *Laboratory manual(s) and/or additional notes/materials/supplies:

c. CD/DVD:
CD/DCD lecture presentations that accompany the textbook may be
available for viewing online or in the Developmental Math Lab.

4. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS

a. MyMathLab is the software used for this course. Students complete
homework, quizzes, and tests on the computer. The textbook, along with
video lectures, animations, step-by-step examples, and many other
resources are available with the software.

b. Lab Assistants are available in the Developmental Mathematics Computer
Lab at the Decatur Campus to help students with their course work during
hours of operation.

5. *GRADING PLAN

To include information on the number and type of evaluation methods (exams,
quizzes, labs, homework, papers, etc.) with point or percentage values for each.

6. GRADE SCALE

IP as a letter grade indicates IN PROGRESS and may only be assigned to
institutional credit courses, practicums, and internships. The awarding of an
IP is the option of the instructor, provided the student has been in regular
attendance and has demonstrated conscientious effort yet has not achieved
course mastery. Students who receive an IP must repeat the course; it is not
satisfactory completion.

7. *WEEKLY OR DAILY LIST OF ASSIGNMENTS

To include required submissions of course requirements as shown in the
Grading Plan. (Note: Instructors should ensure that at least one major course
requirement (exam/paper/project) has been completed, graded, and returned
for student review prior to the end of the withdrawal period).

NOTE: Homework and quizzes for this course may be taken as many times as
the student wishes to do so, but Unit Tests and the Final Exam can only be
taken once.

8. *DATE, TIME, AND LOCATION OF FINAL EXAM

9. ATTENDANCE POLICY

Class attendance is required. The attendance policy is set by the college and
is in effect from the first time a class meets. If a student registers during the
drop/add period, attendance is counted from the first class meeting following
registration. Students whose absences exceed twice the number of weekly class
meetings in a regular 15-week semester can be involuntarily dropped from the
class roll by the instructor with a grade of W (withdrawal). The maximum
number of absences for an eight-week mini semester is two (2); for 10-week or
five-week summer courses, three (3); and for weekend courses, two (2).
Distance education students can be involuntarily withdrawn by the instructor if
the student has not communicated with the instructor by phone, email, or in
person within the first two weeks of a semester.

Students are responsible for activities missed during any absence, and make-up
work will be governed by the instructor as stated in the course syllabus. It is
the student’s responsibility to keep a record of his/her absences and to
understand specific policies detailed in each course syllabus. Communication
with the instructor concerning absences is essential. Appeals of involuntary
withdrawals are made at the divisional level to the division chairperson.

Military personnel who are involuntarily called to active duty for unscheduled
and or emergency situations and those individuals called for jury duty will be
excused. Official documentation will be required. College-related events such
as field trips, athletic competitions, and drama productions, which are
documented by the college, will also be excused. Official documentation will be
required.

Each course syllabus will contain a makeup policy, a statement of the
maximum number of absences allowed in the course and if the instructor
will be assigning the grade of W if the maximum number of absences is
exceeded.

10. *MAKEUP POLICY/HOW TO MAKE UP MISSED WORK

Students are allowed one make-up test which must be taken during the last
week of regular classes.

11. DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT STATEMENT

The College and the Alabama State Board of Education are committed to
providing both employment and educational environments free of harassment
or discrimination related to an individual’s race, color, gender, religion, national
origin, age, or disability. Such harassment is a violation of State Board of
Education policy. Any practice or behavior that constitutes harassment or
discrimination will not be tolerated.

12. WITHDRAWAL POLICY

Effective from the day after the Drop/Add period through the last day of classes
(prior to final examinations), students may withdraw and receive a grade of W or
faculty may initiate a withdrawal and assign a grade of W if the student exceeds
the number of absences in the college’s attendance policy.

13. DISABILITY STATEMENT

If you have a disability that might require special materials, services, or
assistance, please contact Calhoun’s Disability Services Office in the Chasteen
Student Center, Second Floor, Room 220 (Decatur Campus) or call (256) 306-
2630 or (256) 306-2635.

14. *GENERAL COMMENTS BY INSTRUCTOR

a. Children are not allowed to attend classes with students or faculty. No
minors should be left unattended in any building of Calhoun Community
College.

b. Calhoun Community College will communicate campus-wide information via
SPACE student e-mail.  Your username is: first initial, last name,
and last four digits of your student ID number (Example: jsmith1234).
Your initial password is 'cal'. You will be prompted to change the
password.

c. Notice—Student Schedules/Grades:
Calhoun Community College will no longer mail a student’s schedule or
grades.  A student user name and password is needed to access
Web Advisor.

d. *

*To be completed by the instructor for this course.

THIS SYLLABUS IS EFFECTIVE SPRING SEMESTER, 2009.