TJC (College Credit) College Algebra
Math 1314
Mrs. Brooks
I am very excited for the new school year and the new opportunities it will bring. You have the opportunity to receive college credit for your work in this course and I expect each of you to take full advantage of this opportunity by working to your highest potential.
Topics to be mastered
Week 1: Complex numbers, Quadratic Equations
Week 2: Other types of Equations, Inequalities
Week 3: Test 1 (9/11/15)and Basics of Functions
Week 4: Linear Functions, Slope
Week 5: Composite Functions and Inverse Functions
Week 6: Distance, Midpoint, Circle and Test 2 (10/01/15)
Week 7: Quadratic Functions and Polynomial Functions
Week 8: Remainder and Factor Theorems, Zeros so Polynomial Functions
Week 9: Rational Functions and Test 3 (10/29/15)
Week 10: Exponential Functions and Logarithmic Functions
Week 11: Properties of Logarithms and Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
Week 12: Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
Week 13: Systems of Equations in Two and Three Variables
Week 14: Matrix solutions to Linear Systems and Test 4 (11/20/15)
Week 15: Review for Final
Week 16: Final Exam (according to WHS schedule week of 12/16/15 – 12/18/15)
Note: We will do our best to adhere to the above schedule. Any necessary changes will be announced in class.
Required Materials (Textbook and Technology)
•MyMathLab Student Access Code. Available in the TJC bookstore or online at Additional instructions attached.
•Scientific calculator (graphing calculators (TI 84) will be available for use during class and you may check out a calculator from Mrs.Crim in the office for use at home). CAS calculators will not be allowed at any time (daily work nor tests).
•Optional- College Algebra by Blitzer 6th edition
•Pencil and notebook paper
•1 box of Kleenex (or any brand you like) tissues
Grades
Because you will receive college credit for this course, grades must be calculated according to TJC guidelines. You will be able to view your grade at all times using MyMathLab (not Family Access). There will not be a progress report grade or a six weeks grade on your Whitehouse ISD report card because this is a TJC course.
Grades will be calculated as follows:
4 Tests 50%
Homework 20%
Project5%
Final Exam25%
100 - 90 = A
89 - 80 = B
79 - 70 = C
Less than 70 = F
Cell Phones
Cell phones are not allowed in this class. If you are caught using one in any way, the phone will be picked up and taken to the front office.
Tutorials
Tutorials will be available at least twice each week. A schedule will be posted. Additional tutorial will be available by appointment.
Teacher Communications
I will be using a text messaging or email reminder system this year. I am using Remind which is a safe, free, way for teachers to communicate with students and parents. This system is completely private because I will not have your phone number and you will not have mine. Instructions for signing up are attached.
Also feel free to email me at or you may email me through My Lab and Mastering.