MAT 114 GENERIC COURSE SYLLABUS

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Course reviews arithmetic and introduces algebraic techniques. Content includes arithmetic, elementary algebra, geometry and scientific notation. Problems drawn from areas of technology, including electronics, architecture, facilities operation, fire science and building energy systems. Intended for students pursuing Oakton degrees and certificates in technological fields.

A. Apply the fundamental operations of arithmetic with respect to integers, fractions, decimals, and percents.
B. Understand and apply the concepts of the elements of measurements and conversions.
C. Solve algebraic equations, inequalities, and systems of equations.
D. Evaluate, manipulate, and factor polynomial and rational expressions.
E. Graph straight lines and apply the concept of linear slope in problems from technology.
F. Understand radical expressions and solve quadratic equations.
G. Apply the concepts of ratio, proportion, and variation.
H. Understand and apply geometry.

• 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.

	A. Arithmetic
1. Operations on whole numbers. 2. Applications and problem solving 3. Fractional notation and mixed numerals 4. Decimal notation 5. Applications
	B. Measurements
1. English system 2. Metric system 3. Conversions between the English and metric systems 4. Rates 5. Temperature 6. The decimal number system and powers of ten 7. Operations with measurements
	C. Algebra
1. Introduction to real numbers 2. Solving equations and inequalities 3. Graphs of equations 4. Polynomial operations 5. Polynomial factoring 6. Rational expressions and equations 7. Graphs, slopes, and applications 8. Systems of equations 9. Radical expressions and quadratic equations 10. Ratio, proportion, and variation
	D. Geometry
1. Length and area 2. Perimeter 3. Areas of parallelograms, triangles, and trapezoids 4. Circles 5. Pythagorean Theorem 6. Angles and triangles 7. Solids and volumes

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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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Required Textbook:
College Mathematics, 7th edition by Cleaves & Hobbs, Prentice Hall.

ISBN: 9780131735989

Required Materials: None.

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(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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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.