Spring 2017 College Algebra

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YEAR COURSE OFFERED: 2017
SEMESTER COURSE OFFERED: Spring
DEPARTMENT: Mathematical and Computer Sciences
COURSE NUMBER: MTH 1110
NAME OF COURSE: College Algebra
NAME OF INSTRUCTOR: John Carter
CONTACT EMAIL*: [email protected]
OFFICE: SCI 1050

WEBSITE: http://sites.msudenver.edu/jcarte11

*My office phone is the absolute worst way to contact me, don’t use it. I will not answer email on weekends, after 5pm, or before 10 am. Feel free to email me outside of those times, I will get to it, just don’t expect an immediate answer.

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The information contained in this class syllabus is subject to change without notice. Students are expected to be aware of any additional course policies presented by the instructor during the course.

Office Hours:

Monday thru Thursday 11am-12:30 pm, or by appointment

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of MTH 1110 College Algebra, the student should be able to do the following:

  1. Solve linear, quadratic, and other nonlinear equations and be able to graph the solutions, using pencil and paper as well as the graphics calculator.
  2. Recognize equations and graphs involving the conic sections.
  3. Recognize graphs and properties of functions and their inverses and interpret data involving graphs.
  4. Perform operations and procedures on polynomials, rational expressions, and numbers (real and complex).
  5. Use exponential and logarithmic functions in practical applications.
  6. Solve systems of equations using two and three variables by various methods, including the graphic calculator.
  7. Perform factorial notations and the binomial expansion.

Major Assignments/Exams:

  • Midterm Exam(s)–20%
  • Final Exam–25%
  • Attendance/participation–10%
  • Daily Homework–20%
  • Quizzes–25%

Daily assignments:

You can find the daily assignments at http://sites.msudenver.edu/collegealgebraflip/

Required Reading:

TEXT: Michael Sullivan, College Algebra, 10th Edition, plus MyMathLab with eText, Pearson, (2016). ISBN: 0321979494.
MyMathLab can be purchased separately online. MyMathLab contains the eText and the Student Solutions Manual. You will have access to both MyMathLab and Blackboard on Tuesday, January 19, 2016.

Optional: Student Solutions Manual, 10th Edition, ISBN: 0321979583.
Graphing Calculator: A TI-84 Plus (or TI-83 or equivalent) graphing calculator is required for this course.

Official Syllabus:

https://mcs.msudenver.edu/syllabi

IMPORTANT DATES FOR SPRING 2017:

  • Mon. Jan 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Campus Open, No Classes)
  • Tue. Jan 17 Classes begin
  • Mon. Jan 23 Last day to drop full-term courses with 100% refund
  • Fri. Feb 3 Census Day
  • Fri. Feb 3 Last day to drop full-term courses with 50% refund and have classes deleted from your record.
  • Fri. Feb 3 Last day to request a Pass/Fail
  • Fri. Feb 3 Deadline to file Spring 2017  Application for Graduation
  • Fri. Feb 3 Deadline for application for certification
  • March 20-26 Spring Break (Campus Open, No Classes)
  • Wed. April 5 Last day to withdraw from full-semester classes and receive a ‘W’
  • Sat. May 6 Last day of classes
  • May 8-13 Finals Week
  • Fri. May 12 Commencement
  • Thu. May 18 Grades due from faculty by noon
  • Fri. May 19 Grades available online

IMPORTANT University Policies:

Students are responsible for full knowledge of the provisions and regulations pertaining to all aspects of their attendance at MSU Denver, and should familiarize themselves with the following policies:

  1. GENERAL UNIVERSITY POLICIES
  2. GRADES AND NOTATIONS including WITHDRAWAL FROM A COURSE, ADMINISTRATIVE WITHDRAWAL, and INCOMPLETE POLICIES Students should be aware that any kind of withdrawal can have a negative impact on some types of financial aid, including scholarships.
  3. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
  4. PROHIBITION ON SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
  5. ACCOMMODATIONS TO ASSIST INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
  6. CLASS ATTENDANCE ON RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS
  7. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION (STUDENT EMAIL) POLICY For a complete description of these policies go to https://mcs.msudenver.edu/policies