Syllabus

Course Information

Course Number: MAT 1275

Course Title: College Algebra & Trigonometry

Course Outline: Official course outline prepared by the Mathematics Department.

Course Description: An intermediate and advanced algebra course. Topics include quadratic equations, systems of linear equations, exponential and logarithmic functions; topics from trigonometry, including identities, equations and solutions of triangles.

Credits / Hours: 4

Section Number: LC15

Prerequisites: MAT 1275

Textbook:

1) Intermediate Algebra, by Lynn Marecek and Andrea Honeycutt Mathis. It’s free! Click here to download.

2) Algebra and Trigonometry, by Jay Abramson. It’s also free! Click here to download.

Online Spaces

• OpenLab: This website will be the online home for our class. The site contains important information about the course, and will be used in various ways throughout the semester. https://openlab.citytech.cuny.edu/kan1275lc15fa23/
• WeBWorK:  Much of the homework for this class will be completed on the WeBWorK system.  You will be provided with more information in the first week of class.  To go to our class WeBWorK site click here.
• You will be submitting your assignments through Dropbox.
  • You should have an email from me saying I shared a folder with you. Click on the link provided to open up a shared folder between you and myself.
  • In order to turn in an assignment, you need to scan, rename, and upload a PDF file. Multiple pages must be submitted in one file. Directions are available here. This is a video of me using Dropbox on my phone.
  • All this can be done by using the Dropbox app on your smartphone! Download the Dropbox app and access it using the same email address that contains our shared folder.

Faculty Information

Professor Name: Bruce Kan

Office Hours/Information: For information about office hours, visit Contact Info & Meeting Info.

Contact Information

• Email: bruce.kan44@citytech.cuny.edu

Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	General education Learning Outcomes	Required Core: Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning
Be able to simplify and manipulate linear, quadratic, radical, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric expressions.	FS: Transfer; Be able to refer to prior knowledge or skill and can apply such to new situations.	Be able to use algebraic, numerical, graphical, or statistical methods to draw accurate conclusions and solve mathematical problems.
Be able to solve equations involving linear, quadratic, radical, rational, exponential, logarithmic, or trigonometric expressions as well as system of linear/quadratic equation.	Foundation and skills: Curiosity: Explore a topic in depth yielding insight indicating interet.; QL: Interpretation, presentation: Be able to explain information presented in mathematical forms and to convert relevant information into various mathematical forms.	Interpret and draw appropriate inferences from quantitative representations, such as formulas, graphs, or tables.
Be able to graphically solve equations involving linear and quadratic expressions (including systems of such). Be able to use the unit circle to solve trigonometric equations. Understand the relationships between solutions to equations and their graphs.	FS: Transfer, Be able to refer to prior knowledge or skill and can apply such to new situations. QL: Calculation, Application/Analysis: Be able to carry out accurate calculations in order to solve a problem and to make judgements and draw appropriate conclusions based on the quantitative analysis of data, while recognizing the limits of this analysis.	Be able to use algebraic, numerical, graphical, or statistical methods to draw accurate conclusions and solve mathematical problems.
Be able to frame word problems in terms of mathematical equations and/or graphs. Be able to interpret the mathematical solutions in terms of the original language of the problem.	FS: Independence, reflection: Pursue knowledge beyond classroom requirements and/or show interest in independent educational experiences and reviews prior learning leading to clarification and broader perspectives.	Be able to represent quantitative problems expressed in natural language in a suitable mathe matical format and apply mathematical methods to problems in other fields of study.
Be able to write solutions of mathematical problems involving linear, quadratic, radical, rational, or trigonometric expressions with full detailed explanations.	QL: Communication: Be able to express quantitative evidence in support of the argument or purpose of the work.	Be able to effectively communicate quantitative analysis or solutions to mathematical problems in written or oral form.
Be able to recognize errors in proposed solutions and explain in written or oral form the nature of such an error as well as be able to correct it. Be able to estimate solutions of equations using graphs.	FS: Initiative: Complete required work and identifies and pursues additional expansion or knowledge or skills. QL: Assumption. Be able to make and evaluate important assumptions in estimation and modeling.	Be able to evaluate solutions to problems for reasonableness using a variety of means, including informed estimation.

Technology Requirements

• A scientific calculator is required. I recommend the TI-30XIIS.

Schedule

A detailed schedule of topics can be found on the Schedule page.

Percent/Letter Grade conversion

A = 93.0 — 100
A- = 90.0 — 92.9
B+ = 87.0 — 89.9
B = 83.0 — 86.9
B- = 80.0 — 82.9
C+ = 77.0 — 79.9
C = 70.0 — 76.9
D = 60.0 — 69.9
F = 0 — 59.9
W = withdrawal up to 12/11/2023 (WF after 12/11/2023)

Grading Policy

The grading policy for the course appears on the Grading Policy page.

Class Etiquette & Netiquette

Please adhere to the following rules when engaging in class online:

• Have your microphone and camera turned off while the instructor is speaking.
• Be ready to turn on your microphone in case your instructor asks you a question.
• You are expected to attend class virtually as if you are in a regular classroom. This means paying attention, taking notes, working on the problems that are assigned, and asking questions should they arise.

Attendance/Participation

Attendance will be taken. Latenesses and students leaving before the end of the class will be recorded. If these become excessive, the student may be asked to withdraw from the course. Students who are logged into the session for less than 40 minutes will be marked absent. In order to do well, attendance is highly recommended. In addition, it is the student’s responsibility to keep up with the material from missed class.

Academic Integrity Policy

Your work MUST be your own. Use of online or smartphone math solvers is strictly prohibited. I know the types of solutions and work that these apps display, and I will consider it a serious offense if anyone is suspected of using these apps, websites, or programs. Any one suspected to be in violation of this policy will be dealt with by the Academic Integrity Committee.

Students and all others who work with information, ideas, texts, images, music, inventions and other intellectual property owe their audience and sources accuracy and honesty in using, crediting and citation of sources. As a community of intellectual and professional workers, the college recognizes its responsibility for providing instruction in information literacy and academic integrity, offering models of good practice, and responding vigilantly and appropriately to infractions of academic integrity. Accordingly, academic dishonesty is prohibited in The City University of New York and is punishable by penalties, including failing grades, suspension and expulsion. More information about the College’s policy on Academic Integrity may be found in the College Catalog.