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COURSE DESCRIPTION: Topics include factoring, rational expressions, radical expressions, solving and graphing quadratic equations and inequalities, and applications of systems of equations.COURSE GOAL: The goal of Intermediate Algebra is to help students achieve a level of academic competence in intermediate algebra skills that will enable them to work successfully in college level courses.
PLACEMENT:
Students are placed in DSPM 0850 based on their ACT mathematics sub-score or
their performance on the COMPASS
Placement Test. Once placed, students must successfully complete the
class before enrolling in another mathematics course. Please see the Academic
Support Center advisors, 898-2339, if there are any questions concerning placement.
TEST UP OPPORTUNITY:
In DSPM 0850, students are given the opportunity to test out of the class
and proceed to a college level mathematics course offered in the
Mathematical
Sciences Department. Each class is given a thirty-five minute, twenty-five
question,
multiple choice test on the first day of class. All students are required
to take this pre-test. If a student scores an 18 or greater on this pre-test,
he/she may have the opportunity to change courses. Students who have a
high
school math deficiency or who have attempted to course before will
not be allowed to test out.
ATTENDANCE
POLICY: Regular class attendance is mandatory for students to perform
at their highest potential. Therefore, the Developmental
Studies Department observes a strict class attendance policy:
TEXTBOOK: Elementary
and Intermediate Algebra: Graphs and Models by Bittinger, Ellenbogen, and
Johnson. This course begins in chapter six of the textbook.
GRAPHING CALCULATOR:
A graphing calculator is required. Course instructon will be based on the
TI 83/83+. Certain types of calculators are not allowed; see your individual
instructor for details or go to GUIDELINES
FOR CALCULATOR USE.
SYLLABUS:
All students enrolled in DSPM 0850 will receive a syllabus from the instructor
describing specific requirements for the class.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Students will demonstrate the ability to:
TOPICS OF STUDY:
REQUIREMENTS:
Students will be required to:
FINAL EXAM:
The final exam is comprehensive and counts as 20% of the course grade.
The final exam is a thirty-five minute, twenty-five question, multiple
choice test that is similar to the pre-test. The final exam is adminstered
according to the university's final exam schedules.
EVALUATION:
In order to successfully complete DSPM 0850: Intermediate Algebra, 70 percent
proficiency must be demonstrated. Therefore, the following grades can be
earned:
| 90 - 100% | A |
| 80 - 89% | B |
| 70 - 79% | C |
| below 70% | F |
Grades of D and audits are not permitted. Plus/Minus grades are not given for Ds courses. Incomplete grades are given under extreme circumstances. A grade of C or better is required to enroll in a college level mathematics course offered in the Mathematical Sciences Department.
WITHDRAWAL:
To withdraw from DSPM 0850, Intermediate Algebra, the student must withdraw
from all university courses or the student must obtain permission from the Chair of Developmental Studies, PH
202, 898-2568.
DISABILITIES:
If a student has a disability that may require assistance or accommodation
or has questions related to any accommodations for testing, note takers,
readers, etc., he/she should speak to the instructor as soon as possible.
Students may also contact the Office of Disabled Student Services (898-2783)
with questions about such services.
