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MATH 1314 College Algebra Syllabus
Instructor: Matthew Wickes Kilgore Office: ES 310 Longview Office: LN 205C
Email: [email protected] Phone: 903 – 988-7455
Prerequistes: Placement test score on TSI or MATH 0308.
Text: College Algebra Graphs and Models. 6h ed. By Bittinger, Beecher, Ellenbogen, Penna. Addison-Wesley.
My Math Lab: You will need an access code for the website. It is included if you purchase a new text book. If
your text book is used you will need to purchase an access code separately unless you are using the same book from
the previous semester. You may do so at the KC Bookstore or at www.coursecompass.com.
Calculators: An appropriate graphing calculator is required for this course. Appropriate calculators include the TI
83 and TI 84. The TI 89 calculator is NOT permitted. If a student uses any other calculator other than a TI 83 or TI
84 it is his or her responsibility to learn how to use it appropriately. The calculator that will be used in class lecture
will be the TI 84. Students are required to bring their calculators to class in order to fully participate when
demonstrations are being done. A cell phone is not a calculator, it is a cell phone.
Paper Format: The following format must be observed for any written work unless deemed otherwise. This
includes any homework, quizzes, and exams.
a. All papers are to be done in pencil only. NO PENS.
b. All work should be written out in a neat and organized manner. Work must be shown in order
to receive credit.
c. Clearly indicate your answers with a circle.
Grading System: Each student’s grade will be based on an exams, homework score, and a comprehensive final
exam. The weights of each component are given below.
Graded Component Weighted Percentage
Online Homework 15%
Exam 1 15%
Exam 2 15%
Exam 3 15%
Exam 4 15%
Final Exam 25%
Exams: There will be four or five major exams this semester. You must be present for every exam. There may be
some exams that have two parts, a calculator part and a non-calculator part. Obviously you may use your calculator
on the calculator part and may not use your calculator on the non-calculator part.
Re-Take Exams: There is no such thing as a “Re-Take” or “Re-do” Exam. This is college, what you make on your
exam is your grade for the exam. Please do not ask “ Can I retake the exam for a better grade?” or “May I correct
my exam mistakes to improve my grade?” The answer is no.
Final Exam: The final exam will be comprehensive and you will need a blue book, a scantron and a pencil.
Homework Score: All students are required to register for My Math Lab for the online component of this course.
Homework will primarily be assigned online although there may be an occasional written homework assignment
will be assigned. All homework for a given chapter will be due the night before the exam. “Lack of
preparedness on your part does not constitute and emergency on my part.” Any section of homework that is
not done by the due date results in a 0.
Attendance: It is the policy of Kilgore College to require attendance. I will call roll every day of class. If a student
is not present at the time roll is called he or she will be marked absent. If a student shows up late to class it is his or
her responsibility to notify the instructor that he or she was present. Six hours absence from class is considered
excessive and after such absences a student WILL be dropped from the class. In case of absence it is the sole
responsibility of the student to find out what was covered and make any necessary arrangements.
Cell Phones: Cell phones are prohibited from being used in class. Using a cell phone in class for any purpose may
cause the student to be dismissed from class for the day or invoke a penalty on the student’s next exam.
Cheating: Cheating includes, but is not limited to: plagiarism; dishonesty of any kind with respect to examinations
or written assignments (in or out of class); alteration of records; and illegal possession of examinations. Any student
caught cheating, aiding another student in cheating, or appropriating the words or work of others without proper
citation will be subject to academic discipline. It is the responsibility of the student not only to abstain from
cheating, but in addition, to avoid the appearance of cheating, and to guard against making it possible for others to
cheat. Penalties are given at the discretion of the instructor and range from dismissal from the course to receiving
non-replaceable zeros for that assignment/quiz/exam.
Drops: The student is personally responsible for dropping any class. While instructors may drop students for
excessive absences, the ultimate responsibility for withdrawing is on the student. However, if a student has had
excessive absences (over 6 classroom hours or 10 lecture/lab hours) and he or she has not been in frequent contact
with the instructor regarding attendance, he or she will almost surely be dropped from the course. Once a student
is dropped he or she will no longer be allowed to attend class. Students are encouraged to consult the instructor
before dropping, but it is not necessary. Students should go to the Registrar’s Office to drop classes. FAILURE TO
OFFICIALLY WITHDRAW BY THIS DEADLINE WILL RESULT IN A GRADE OF “F” FOR THE
SEMESTER.
Commitment/ Expectations: Students are expected to display a high level of professionalism in my classroom. It
is my job to, not only teach you the material in this course, but also prepare you for success in the workplace. I
strive to be consistent in every aspect of my teaching and create an atmosphere conducive to learning. You are
expected to come to class, listen, participate, take notes, study, do homework and thoroughly prepare for exams. It
is my job to provide the tools necessary for you to become successful; it is your job to put these tools to good use.
Students must make a commitment in class to take notes and work the given examples. Practice and reinforcement
is an essential part of learning and for this reason students must especially make a commitment to do homework
outside of class. Students must also make a commitment to seek help when the material is not fully understood.
Etiquette / Discipline Policy: Students will exercise appropriate classroom behavior at all times. Inappropriate
and/or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from the classroom. If such behavior
continues, a student may be dropped from the class. Students will be expected to observe the following
1. Be on time.
2. Stay until class is dismissed.
3. Get a drink of water, use the restroom, and sharpen pencils before class, not during.
4. Turn off cell phones and pagers.
5. Be attentive to the subject being presented. Do not sleep, study for other classes, or carry on personal
conversations during class.
6. Remain silent while your instructor or fellow classmate is speaking.
7. Come prepared for class. Bring your notes, pencil, paper, and calculator to class.
8. Exercise academic honesty. Cheating will not be tolerated.
9. Allowing other students to ask questions and allowing the instructor to answer them, not another
student.
Treat your instructor and fellow classmates with respect. Foul language will not be permitted. Inappropriate and or
disruptive behavior will not be tolerated in the classroom. Should such actions occur, the instructor will first warn
the student. If such behavior continues the student may be dismissed from class. If such behavior still continues, the
student may be dropped from the course.
Student Accountability and Effort
“Students will demonstrate an effort to learn the objectives of the course by
a. attending class regularly and on time,
b. doing homework or in-class assignments on time (see instructor’s
syllabus for their policy regarding homework)
c. following the directions of the instructor, and
d. maintaining classroom behavior conducive to learning.
Failure to demonstrate an effort in the course may result in the student being dismissed
from the course.”
MATH 1314 – College Algebra
Departmental Syllabus
Catalog Description
MATH 1314. College Algebra
(3-3-0)
This course is an in-depth study and application of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and
logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences,
series, probability, and conics may be included. An instructor-approved graphing calculator will be
required. Prerequisite: TSI complete. F, Sp, Su (2701015419)
Textbook and Resources College Algebra, Graphs and Models,5th Ed, by Bittinger/Beecher/Ellenbogen/Penna, Pearson. An access
code to My Math Lab web-site is required.
Course Intent This course is intended for those students majoring in a variety of fields that require further study in
mathematics. College Algebra will satisfy the mathematics requirements for students majoring in liberal
arts or technical fields. This course will also help students attain logical thinking and problem solving
skills.
Scope of the Course
Unit 1: Introduction to graphing, linear equation and inequalities, linear functions, and applications.
Unit 2: Basic functions, algebra of functions, transformations, and variation.
Unit 3: Solving various types of equations and inequalities, analyzing quadratic functions, and
applications.
Unit 4: Graphing polynomial functions, theory of equations, graphing rational functions, and solving
inequalities.
Unit 5: Exponential and logarithmic functions.
Unit 6: Solving systems of equations; matrices
Learning Outcomes
The successful student in this course will be able to:
1. solve linear and quadratic equations and inequalities with applications.
2. model and explore graphs using technology.
3. write the equations of lines and circles given information about their graphs.
4. organize and analyze data using technology.
5. graph simple equations and basic functions
6. identify, explain, and illustrate transformations of basic functions such as shifting, reflecting,
compressing, and stretching.
7. apply the concept of a function
8. solve other types of equations such as quadratic form, radical, and absolute value equations.
9. graph quadratic, polynomial, radical and rational functions.
10. identify and list the real and complex solutions of polynomial equations using various theorems and
processes including technology
11. solve exponential and logarithmic equations with applications.
12. solve systems of equations; matrices.
Learning Activities and Assessment Students will attend and participate in lectures and group work, do homework on paper, and do on-line
activities (homework and/or quizzes). Student outcomes will be assessed by a combination of some or all
of the following: homework grades, quiz grades, major exam grades, and a comprehensive final exam.
See instructor’s syllabus for specific activities and assessments.
Throughout the semester the following Core Curriculum Objectives will be addressed:
1. Critical Thinking Skills – which may include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry,
and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information.
2. Communication Skills – which may include effective development, interpretation and
expression of ideas through written and visual communication.
3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills – which may include the manipulation and analysis
of numerical data or observable facts/data resulting in informed conclusions.
ADA Statement
Kilgore College is committed to making reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities in reaching their academic potential. If you choose to request accommodations for a documented disability which may impact your performance, attendance, or grades in this course, you must first register with the Office of Disability Services. Please note that classroom accommodations cannot be provided prior to your instructor’s receipt of an accommodation letter from the Office of Disability Services. For more information about accommodations, please contact the Disability Services Office on the second floor of the Devall Student Center: (903) 983-8206.
Course Schedule
Week Content Materials Assignment
1 Syllabus, linear functions, slope, equations Ch. 1 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 1
2 Math models, regression, zeros, linear inequalities Ch. 1 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 1
3 Extrema, piecewise functions, applications Ch.2 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Exam Chapter 1; Online
Homework Chapter 2
4 Algebra of functions, function composition,
difference quotients, symmetry
Ch.2 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 2
5 Function Transformations, Variation Ch.2 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 2
6 Complex numbers Ch.3 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Exam Chapter 2; Online
Homework Chapter 3
7 Quadratic functions, equations, models, vertex
form, vertex formula, rational and radical equations
Ch.3 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 3
8 Absolute value equations, inequalities Ch.3 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 3,
Exam 3
9 Inverses, 1-1 functions, composition, exponential
functions
Ch. 5 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 5
10 Euler’s number, applications, compound interest,
graphs
Ch. 5 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 5
11 Logarithms, logarithmic functions and properties,
applications, change of base formula
Ch. 5 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 5
12 Solving exponential, logarithmic equations,
exponential growth and decay
Ch. 5 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 5,
Exam 4
13 Polynomial functions, leading term tests, zeros,
intermediate value theorem
Ch. 4 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 4
14 Polynomial, synthetic division, remainder and
factor theorems, fundamental theorem of algebra,
rational zeros theorem
Ch. 4 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 4
15 Rational functions, asymptotes, domains,
inequalities, applications
Ch. 4 Notes packet, textbook,
graphing calculator
Online Homework Chapter 4
16 Final Exam Week Comprehensive Final Exam
Note: All items in the syllabus are subject to change and the students will be notified if such changes are made.
