Topics in mathematics preparatory to Precalculus (MAT 160) are covered in this course. Students study linear and quadratic equations; absolute value and polynomial inequalities; coordinate geometry of the line and circle; linear and polynomial functions; techniques of graphing; exponential functions; logarithms; right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions of any angle; and fundamental trigonometric identities.
WHERE YOU POST: Google Classroom and the back of the room
1. The average of your four quarter grades 80%
2. Final exam 20%
All problems must be attempted and all work must be shown as demonstrated in class.
Unless absent, homework will not be accepted late.
Homework points will be disbursed as follows:
0=not turned in, incomplete, or late
1=incomplete or not corrected
2=complete and corrected.
1. Students are responsible for arriving in class on time and remaining in class for the entire period. Arriving late or leaving early is disruptive to the instructor and other students.
2. Students are responsible for complying with attendance requirements. Excessive absences contribute to poor student performance. If a student misses class, the student is responsible for lecture material, assignments, and handouts for the missed class or classes.
3. Classroom behavior should not interfere with the learning process. Inappropriate behavior during class includes not being respectful of the instructor and other students by leaving one’s seat, carrying on conversation with other students, using a cell phone in class, having a pager sound, and using foul language.
4. Students should come to class prepared. They should have the required textbooks and completed assignments, be prepared for exams and quizzes, and be prepared for active participation in class discussions where appropriate. Failure to prepare adequately not only puts students in jeopardy in regard to successful completion of the course, but also affects the progress of the entire class.
1. A sharpened pencil or a pen.
2. A three ring binder for notes and assignments. Your notebook should be kept in chronological order and separated into three sections. The first section will be for class notes, the second for homework, and the third for tests and quizzes.
3. Textbook
4. A graphing calculator is recommended (TI 84+).There are apps available for your phone. If you have a Galaxy check out Wabbitemu. For Iphone users there is Graphing Calculator X84.