Tentative Syllabus

M 1170

College Algebra

4 cr. 

12:00 - 1:50 PM T Th 

 Prerequisite: 

Placement, M1100, M1110 or consent of instructor

 Text:

College Algebra Larson / Web Assign
A graphing calculator is required, TI-83 or higher is recommended.

 Final Exam:

The online BSU schedule for finals is always right.
http://www.bemidjistate.edu/academics/final_schedule/20155

Thursday, May 7

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

 

 Instructor

Dr. Glen Richgels
HS 360 755-2824 or 755-2880

Office Hours: 

other hours by appointment

 Topics


Chapter 1

Equations

Chapter 2

Functions and Graphs

Chapter 3

Polynomial Equations

Chapter 4

Rational Functions

Chapter 5

Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Chapter 6

Systems of Equations and Inequalities

Chapter 7

Matrices and Determinants

Assignments

Homework assignments will be made in class. Read and study all sections of the chapters and attempt assigned problems prior to class discussion.

Required

Attendance at all classes.

Evaluation

There will be 3-5 tests given throughout the quarter. Quizzes may be given frequently and may be unannounced. The content for the quizzes and tests will be based on assignments, classroom discussion and lecture, and textbook material.

Grades

Grades will be based on the homework, quizzes, tests, and final exam.

Quizzes, Homework

frequent, unannounced

one-sixth 

Tests 

approximately tri-weekly

one-half

Final

Finals: TBA

one-third

 A

90% - 100%

B

80% - 89%

 C

70% - 79%

 D

60% - 69

Academic Integrity: Students are expected to practice the highest standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in all of their academic work. any form of academic dishonesty (e.g. plagarism, cheating, misrepresentation) may result in disciplinary action. Possible disciplinary actions may include failure for part or all of a course, as well as suspension from the University. 

Upon request, this document and others distributed in this course can be made available in alternate formats. Please contact the instructor, Glen Richgels at 755-2824 or Kathi Hagen in the Office for Students with Disabilities at 755-3883 for assistance. 


updated 1-7-2015
by Glen Richgels