MAT 051 Generic Course Syllabus

MAT 051 GENERIC COURSE SYLLABUS

Effective Date: Fall 2007

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Course Prefix

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051

Algebraic Foundations and Elementary Algebra

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Prerequisites:

MAT 045 or an appropriate score on the Mathematics Assessment Test.

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Course Description:

Course prepares students for an introductory algebra course by covering the fundamental concepts, operations, and applications of arithmetic in basic algebraic contexts, including linear equations and graphing. Arithmetic topics include integers, fractions, decimals, percents, measurement and signed numbers. This is an introduction to sets, signed numbers, equations, exponents, polynomials, factoring and graphing.

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Course Objectives:

A. Perform the fundamental operations with integers.

B. Perform the fundamental operations with fractions.

C. Perform the fundamental operations with decimals and percents.

D. Use the techniques of arithmetic to solve application problems.

E. Graph and interpret points on a Cartesian coordinate system.

F. Calculate measurements of geometric figures.

G. Solve simple linear equations using fractions, decimals and integer numbers.

Academic Integrity:

Students, Faculty and administration at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton's Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:

cheating,
plagiarism (turning in work not written by you or lacking proper citation),
falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
helping others to cheat,
making unauthorized changes in official documents,
pretending to be someone else or having someone else to pretend to be you,
making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and any other behavior that violates academic integrity.

There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students with a fair hearing if a complaint is made. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.

Details of the Code of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.

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Outline of Topics:

A. Integers and Algebraic Expressions

1. Integers on the number line
2. Addition and subtraction of integers
3. Multiplication and division of integers
4. Order of operations
5. Exponential notation
6. Introduction to algebraic expressions
7. Like terms
8. Solving equations using integers

B. Fractions

1. Understanding fractions
2. Equivalent fractions
3. Factors, multiple, primes, and divisibility rules
4. Multiplying and dividing
5. Adding and subtracting
6. Operations with mixed numerals
7. Comparing and ordering
8. Solving equations using fractions
9. Applications

C. Decimals

1. Understanding decimals
2. Place value: reading and writing decimal numerals
3. Comparing and ordering
4. Rounding and estimating
5. Adding and subtracting
6. Multiplying and dividing
7. Conversions: fractions, mixed numerals, decimals
8. Solving equations using decimals
9. Applications

D. Ratio and Proportion

1. Introduction to ratios
2. Rates and unit prices
3. Proportions
4. Applications

E. Percent

1. Understanding percent
2. Conversions: fractions, decimals, percent
3. Solving percent problems using equations
4. Solving percent problems using proportions
5. Applications

F. Introduction to graphing

1. Tables and pictographs
2. Bar graphs and line graphs
3. Ordered pairs and linear equations in two variables

G. Geometry and Measurement

1. Perimeter
2. Area
3. Volume

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Methods of Instruction:

(To be completed by instructor)

Methods of presentation can include lectures, discussion, demonstration, experimentation, audiovisual aids, group work, and regularly assigned homework. Calculators / computers will be used when appropriate.

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Course Practices Required:

(To be completed by instructor)

Course practices include attending class, completing homework assignments, participating in discussions and taking quizzes and exams.

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Instructional Materials:

Required Textbook:
Introductory Algebra by K. Elayn Martin-Gay, 2^nd Edition, Prentice Hall, 2003. 0-536-52935-3

Required Materials: Scientific calculator is recommended.

Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:

(To be determined and announced by the instructor)

Evaluation methods can include assignments, quizzes, chapter or major tests, individual or group projects, computer assignments and/or a final examination.

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Other Course Information:

Individual instructors will establish and announce specific policies regarding attendance, due dates and make-up work, incomplete grades, etc.

If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in Instructional Support Services. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program.

Effective Beginning Term	Date:	Fall	2003	Ending Term	Date:
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Prepared by:	Chair: R. G. McClarren; G. Liu; S. Hamed; N. Ressler; P. Boisvert; C. Murphy; S. Stock; C. Shapero				Date: 10/02
Reviewed by Department /Program Chair	R. Sompolski				Date: 10/02
Approved by Dean:	J. Kotowski				Date: 10/02