MATH 1324

 

 

Textbook:  Finite Mathematics and Calculus, (7th Edition), Lial & Greenwell, Ritchey.

 

 

COURSE OUTCOMES:    A student completing this course will be able to:

  1. Graph and name linear functions.

  2. Set up and solve problems using a linear model.

  3. Define, evaluate, and graph a function.

  4. Graph and name a quadratic function.

  5. Solve systems of equations by graphing, Elimination, Gauss-Jordan elimination, Cramer's rule using determinants, and Inverse Matrix Method.

  6. Perform matrix operations, evaluate a determinant, and find the inverse of a matrix.

  7. Solve a linear programming problem graphically and using the Simplex Method.

  8. Use business formulas to calculate simple interest, compound interest, and evaluate annuities in order to solve finance problems.

 

Grading

 

There will be 4 Tests, a Quiz/Homework grade and a Comprehensive Final.  The weights will be as follows:

  1. Test 1         = 15%
  2. Test 2         = 15%
  3. Test 3         = 15%
  4. Test 4         = 15%
  5. HW/Quiz    = 15%
  6. Final           = 25%

I will assign HW on a nightly basis and you will be responsible for all work assigned for test material, however I will not take up the homework or check that you have done it.  Each quiz should contain the following heading format:  John Smith, 6/6/06, # 1, 31, 47.

All problems turned in should be in a neat and organized manner and must be done in pencil.  I do not accept pen for any assignment.  Any work turned in to me in pen will be automatically discarded including exams.

I expect all graphing to be done on graph paper.  This will help both of us in understanding which function you are trying to represent.

 

Attendance

Attendance and effort are the two most important aspects of succeeding in a math class.    If you miss more than 5 consecutive days or 6 total days you may be dropped with an F at my discretion.

 

Spring 07 Course Outline

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Students with disabilities, including but not limited to physical, psychiatric or learning disabilities, who wish to request accommodations in this class should notify the Special Services Office early in the semester so that the appropriate arrangements may be made. In accordance with federal law, a student requesting accommodations must provide acceptable documentation of his/her disability to the Special Services Coordinator. For more information, call or visit the Special Services Office in the Student Services Building, 894-9611 ext. 2529, 2530.

 

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