Math084 #49948 Syllabus

Course Syllabus: 18SP - Math84 Syllabus.pdf

Meet Your Instructor:  Lenie Galima

Course Description:   A combined course in algebra that includes systems of equations: inequalities; graphs and functions; radicals; quadratic polynomials; rational expressions; exponential and logarithmic functions; problem solving. Prerequisite: Math N48 or pass the qualifying exam.  

Textbook Information:  Elementary and Intermediate Algebra 3rd edition, Sullivan, Struve, Mazzarella, Pearson.

Additional Course Information:  You can either use the hard covered textbook or the e-version of the text. The e-version is included in the MyLabsPlus software.

• Software: MyLabsPlus-Required as all algebra assignments will be done and turned in within this program.
• Workbook: Strategies for Success, Second Edition, Marecek, Anthony-Smith, Pearson Education.
• Calculator: A scientific calculator such as a TI-30 II-S is recommended. Ti-84 calculators are permitted.
• Notebook: Please prepare your notebook according to the directions given in the Notebook Preparation worksheet (p.3) in Strategies for Success.

Course Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course:

• Students will be able to correctly apply properties of logarithms and solve logarithmic equations by the end of the semester.
• Students will be able to correctly solve linear systems of three equations and three unknowns by the end of the semester.