MATH 116 College and Matrix Algebra

CRN49235 ONLINE Summer, 2008

Alejandro Benitez, Ph. D.

Contact:

phone: (619) 427-6404

Start Date: / 06-17-2008
End Date: / 08-09-20088 weeks
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
Add: / 06-24-2008
Drop with Refund: / 06-23-2008
Drop without "W": / 06-24-2008
Withdrawal: / 07-18-2008
Credit/No Credit: / 07-02-2008

CourseCompass.com: benitez02062

DESCRIPTION: 116 College and Matrix Algebra 3 hours, 3 units
Prerequisite: Mathematics 96 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level M50. One of the aids which might be used to determine readiness for this course is a qualifying score on the Intermediate Algebra Diagnostic Test. This course is designed to strengthen the algebra skills of business or life science students in preparation for calculus. Matrix algebra and linear programming will also be included. Analytical reading and problem solving are required for success in this course. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ. UC Transfer Credit: Mathematics (MATH) 116 and 141 combined: maximum credit, four units.

TEXTBOOK: College Algebra, by Michael Sullivan, 8th edition.

ISBN: 0-13-240286-6.

(Very important: the book comes with MyMathlab access code).

You have two options for the textbook:

  1. Buy the textbook from San Diego City College bookstore (recommended), other vendors will not have this book with the MyMathLab access code shrinkwrapped, and will charge about the same price for a similar book but you will have to get the MyMathlab access code separately from the online website.
  2. Buy the access code online. This code will give you access to an online version of the book, as well as all other course content.

CONTENTS:

The course covers: §R.5 – R.8, 1.1 –1.7, 2.1 – 2.5, 3.1 – 3.6, 4.1 – 4.5, 5.1-5.6, 6.1- 6.9, 8.1 – 8.4, 8.8.

Appendices 1 – 7 give additional tips on the use of the graphing calculator for the material found in the text.

Graphing Calculator. TI-83 or higher is recommended.

TESTS: You will find directions for the tests at Course ID: benitez020602 at

FINAL. The Final will have to be taken on campus at the Math Lab (T-208) by appointment.

OFFICE HOURS: I can see you by appointment at Room T-305 on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 17:00 to 18:00 p.m.

GRADING: There is a Comprehensive Final that has to be passed in order to pass the class. You will have to take it in the Math Center (T-208) on dates to be determined later.

A = 91 % or more - Outstanding

B = 80 % to 90 % - Good

C = 70 to 79% - Low

F = Less than 70 % - Failing

The weights assigned to the different sections of the course will be:

40% from the chapter tests, 20 % from the exercises, 40% from the final

Example: Chapter tests 80, Exercises 100, Final 70

Final grade: 80(.40) + 100 (.20) + 70 (.40) = 32 + 20 + 28 = 80.

SCHEDULE OF TESTS:

Test / Release Date / Deadline / Sections Covered
Test #1 / June 17, 2008 / June 23, 2008 / Review and Chapter 1 sections
Test #2 / June 23, 2008 / June 30, 2008 / Chapter 2 sections
Test #3 / June 30, 2008 / July 7, 2008 / Chapter 3 sections
Test #4 / July 7, 2008 / July 14, 2008 / Chapter 4 sections
Test #5 / July 14, 2008 / July 21, 2008 / Chapter 5 sections
Test # 6 / July 21, 2008 / July 28, 2008 / Chapter 6 sections
Test # 7 / July 28, 2008 / August 6 / Chapter 8 sections
Proctored Final / By Appointment / August 7,8,9 / Comprehensive