Course Description:
Modern algebra and geometry. Topics include sets, logic,
number systems, functions,
measurement, geometric concepts, and introduction to probability and statistics.
The
course emphasizes real life applications of math.
Prerequisite: A passing score of 230+ on the math portion
of the THEA or the TASP test.
Learning Outcomes:
Exemplary Educational Objectives:
• Apply arithmetic , algebraic, geometric, higher order
thinking , and statistical
methods to modeling and solving real-life situations;
• Represent and evaluate basic mathematical information verbally, numerically,
graphically, and symbolically;
• Expand mathematical reasoning skills and formal logic to develop convincing
mathematical arguments;
• Use appropriate technology to enhance mathematical thinking and understanding
and to solve mathematical problems and judge the reasonableness of the results;
• Interpret mathematical models such as formulas , graphs, tables, and
schematics,
and draw inferences from them;
• Recognize the limitations of mathematical and statistical models;
• Develop the view that mathematics is an evolving discipline, interrelated
with
human culture, and under stand its connections to other disciplines.
The objective of the Mathematics Comp onent is to develop a
quantitatively literate
college graduate. Every college graduate should be able to apply basic
mathematical
tools in the solution of real -life problems.
Intellectual Competencies:
A. Critical and Analytical Thinking:
•
Demonstrate creative thinking, decision making, problems solving,
visualization, and reasoning skills.
•
Understand the problem and choose the right method(s) to solve for the
unknown (s).
•
Applying mathematics to real-life problems, and checking the logic of the
solution.
•
Recognize problems and devise and implement plan of action.
•
Organize and relate symbols, pictures, graphs, objects, and other information.
B. READING:
•
Analyze and interpret handouts, the textbook, and/or visual aids used during
the semester.
C. WRITING:
•
Develop, organize, draft, revise, and edit a research paper on math-related
topic. List of the possible topics is attached.
D. SPEAKING: Demonstrate effective oral communication techniques by
engaging
in discussions and presenting solutions answering questions from he students.
E. LISTENING: Analyze and interpret various forms of spoken
communication.
F. Technology: Demonstrate knowledge of using the math computer
software that
accompanies the math textbook. Students will utilize scientific calculators and
mathematics software to solve variety of problems.
Departmental Course Requirements:
• To provide quality academic education.
• Prepare students to succeed in other academic fields.
• Prepare students for upper level math related fields.
• Understand sets, Venn Diagrams, rules of exponents and scientific notations.
• Solve linear inequalities, linear and quadratic equations, systems of linear
equations and applications .
• Be able to apply mathematical induction and deduction.
• Understand the metric system and it applications in real-life., mass, area,
volume,
and Temperature.
• Understand simple interest , compound interest, mortgages and other types of
loans.
• Develop a prepared workforce.
Evaluation:
Evaluation method for exemplary educational objectives:
Data will be collected from Term Project.
Grading Criteria
5 tests @ ........ 100 points each ( Lowest score will be dropped
)
Term Paper .... 50 points
Final Exam ..... 150 points ( Mandatory )
Total Points... 600 points |
A = > 90% .............(540-600)
B = 80%-89% .....(480-539)
C = 70%-79% .....(420-479)
D = 60%-69% .....(360-419)
F = < 60% .............(<360) |
| All exams are in-class closed-book exams -- No Make-ups! |
Required Textbook & Resources:
A Survey of Mathematics with Applications– 7th Edition by Angel/Abbott/Runde
Tutors at the Math Learning Centers will be available to
help students with their homework. Math
computer software with guided examples and real-life application accompany the
textbook. Math Video
tapes are available at all STCC libraries. Students are asked to come to the
board to present problems,
discuss different techniques, and answer questions from instructor and other
students. . The term project
will address all the Exemplary Educational Objectives for the math core
component. A list of the projects’
topics is attached.
Possible Topics for the Term Paper and Guidelines:
The term paper should demonstrate the use of mathematics in real-life
applications.
Consult with your instructor regarding the possible topics of the term paper.
Bio graphical Paper should contain at least three bibliographical references.
Biographical Presentations should focus upon the mathematical contributions of
the
in dividual along with other human-interest information about the individual.
Topical Papers should contain a general mathematical description of the topic.
Demonst rations about the topic are advisable. The presenter should understand
the topic
thoroughly enough to respond to questions posed by students or the instructor.
Developmental Studies Policy Statement:
• Failure to remain in at least one Developmental Studies course for
students
who have not met the passing standard on an approved assessment instrument
in reading, writing, and/or mathematics may result in the student's withdrawal
from ALL college courses.
• All developmental courses including the College Success course will be
included in the Semester Grade Point Average (GPA) for all students at
STCC.
• Students in Developmental Studies will be limited to a maximum of 13
credit
hours of course work per semester and 7 credit hours per summer session.
• Students taking 12 or more credit hours per semester who have not met
the
passing standard on an approved assessment instrument will be required to
take two or more developmental courses every semester if they are deficient in
more than one academic skill (reading, writing, and mathematics).
ADA Students with Disabilities Statement: Reasonable
accommodations may be
made that allow disabled students to be successful at STCC. Accommodations may
be provided for those students who submit the appropriate documentation by an
outside/independent professional evaluator or agency. Contact an STCC ADA/DSS
Counselor in the Annex (Pecan) or call (956) 688-2006. Students may volunteer to
inform the Instructor about their disability and associated classroom
limitations, if
applicable.
MATH-1332 - College Mathematics
Prerequisite: 230+ on THEA/TASP
| Sec. |
Chapter & Sections |
Homework As signments |
| 1.1 |
Inductive Reasoning |
1-14, 17-37(odd), 41-43 |
| 1.2 |
Estimation |
1-37(odd), 45-49 |
| 2.1 |
Set Concepts |
1-29, 35-55(odd), 63-67 |
| 2.2 |
Subsets |
1-27(odd), 51-53 |
| 2.3 |
Venn Diagrams and Set Operations |
1-8, 17-46, 83, 84 |
| 2.4 |
Venn Diagrams with Three Sets |
1-20(odd), 27-38, 45-51 |
| 2.5 |
Applications of Sets |
1-6, 1-15(odd) |
|
Test 1 – sections 1.1,1.2; 2.1 -
2.5 |
| 3.1 |
Statement & Logical Connectives |
3-45(odd), 77-80 |
| 3.2 |
Truth Tables |
1-47 (odd), 51,53 |
| 3.3 |
Truth Tables (Conditional & Bi-conditional) |
1-21, 28-31, 61,63, 69 |
| 5.3 |
Rational Numbers |
3-25(odd), 55-85 (odd), 95-111(odd) |
| 5.4 |
The Irrational Num. and the Real Num. System |
1-55(odd), 69-77, 85-93(odd), 99, 101 |
| 5.5 |
Real Numbers and their properties |
41-53, 75-88, |
| 5.6 |
Rules of exponents and Scientific Notations |
9-67(odd), 77-89, 97-111(odd) |
|
Test 2 – sections 3.1-3.3 and
5.3 -5.6 |
| 6.2 |
Linear Equations in One Variable |
1-25, 43-61, 65-77 |
| 6.3 |
Formulas |
7-29(odd), 34-43, 61-73(odd) |
| 6.4 |
Applications of Linear equations |
27-45(odd), |
| 6.5 |
Variations |
5-11, 23-30, 41-49(odd) |
| 6.6 |
Linear inequalities |
7-21, 31-39, 45-53(odd) |
| 6.7 |
Graphing Linear equations |
23-35, 45-69(odd), 75-101(odd) |
| 6.8 |
Linear Inequalities in two Variables |
3-17, 24, 25 |
| 6.9 |
Quadratic Equations |
7-49(odd), 59-67(odd) |
| 6.10 |
Functions and their Graphs |
7-33(odd), 45-55(odd), 77-81 |
|
Test 3 - sections 6.2-6.10 |
| 7.1 |
System of linear equations |
1-49(odd) |
| 7.2 |
The substitution and addition methods |
5-29(odd), 39-51(odd) |
| 8.1 |
Metric System |
1-20, 39-55, 65-75 |
| 8.2 |
Length, Area, and Volume |
1-27, 39-45, 69-82(odd), 93-113(odd) |
| 8.3 |
Mass and Temperature |
1-21, 37-61(odd) |
| 8.4 |
Dimensional Analysis and Conversions |
1-45(odd), 49-57 |
|
Test 4 - 7.1, 7.2, 8.1-8.4 |
| 9.1 |
Points, Lines, Planes, and Angles |
3-35(odd), 45-87(odd), 97-102 |
| 9.2 |
Polygons |
1-55 (odd), 69-73, 78 |
| 9.3 |
Perimeter and Area |
3-31(odd), 37-49(odd), |
| 9.4 |
Volume |
7-37, 39-51(odd) |
| 11.1 |
Percent |
7-41(odd) |
| 11.2 |
Simple Interest |
1-31 |
| 11.3 |
Compound Interest |
1-29(odd) |
| 11.5 |
Mortgages |
1-19(odd) |
| Test 5 – 9.1-9.4,
11.1-11.4 & 11.5 |
| F I N A L E X A M -
C O M P R E H E N S I V E |
