University of the East - Caloocan College of Arts and Sciences

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND NATURAL SCIENCES School Year 2010-2011 A. SUBJECT A. COURSE TITLE B. COURSE CREDIT : : : MAN 111 COLLEGE ALGEBRA 3 UNITS

D. COURSE DESCRIPTION : This course covers real number systems, algebraic expressions and operations, special products and factoring, relations and functions, solution sets of algebraic equations in one variable: linear, quadratic, polynomial of degree n, fractional, radical equations (quadratic in form), exponential and logarithmic equations; solution sets of systems of linear equations up to three variables; and decomposition of partial fractions. E. PRE-REQUISITE : None F. COURSE OBJECTIVES 1] General 1.1] Cognitive 1.1.1] identify the properties of real numbers 1.1.2] understand the simplest ways/techniques of algebraic operation through special products 1.1.3] determine the different laws governing the operations on fractions 1.1.4] understand the operation and composition of functions 1.1.5] know the different cases of partial fractions 1.1.6] understand the concept of inequality 1.1.7] develop positive attitude towards mathematics. : : At the end of the course, the student should be able to:

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Affective 1.2.1] 1.2.2] 1.2.3] 1.2.4] develop patience and accuracy in performing series of operations appreciate the importance of knowing the properties of real numbers develop cooperativeness in solving mathematical problems acquire the attitude of openness in dealing with verbal problems

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Psychomotor 1.3.1] 1.3.2] 1.3.3] 1.3.4] 1.3.5] 1.3.6] 1.3.7] 1.3.8] 1.3.9] re-state the properties of the set of real numbers use and apply the different types of factoring in solving mathematical problems use the law of exponents to simplify exponential expression apply the laws of radical in the simplification of radical expression show the usefulness of the axioms in solving equations translate verbal statement to mathematical statement apply the different methods in solving quadratic equations present the different methods in the solution of systems of equations apply the principles of algebra in research and all allied subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Engineering Course and others.

G. REQUIREMENTS OF THE COURSE : 1. Class Participation a. Seatwork b. Problem solving c. Recitation d. Board work 2. Quizzes 3. Assignments 4. Major examinations (Prelim, Mid-Term, and Finals) 5. Group Research 2

H. COURSE CONTENT / OUTLINE: WEEKS TOPIC OUTLINE /HOURS A. Review of Elementary Algebra st 1 week 1. The real Number System and its Properties 2. Definition of Basic Algebra Terms 3. Fundamental Operations nd 2 week a. Addition to b. Subtraction rd 3 week c. Multiplication d. Removal of Grouping Symbols e. Long and Synthetic Division 4. Special Products a. Binomials with Similar Terms th 4 week b. Sum and Difference of Two Terms c. Square of a Binomial /Polynomial d. Cube of Binomial e. Binomial and Trinomial of the form: (X + y) (x2 xy + y2) or (x y) (x2 + xy + y2) B. Factoring 1. Removing Greatest Common Factor 2. Difference of Two Squares 3. Sum and Difference of Two Cubes 4. Perfect Square Trinomials 5. General Quadratic Trinomials

READING ASSIGNMENTS Printed material: Hagos,L.,et al ( 2006) College Algebra with Recreational Math pp.9-24

SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES Presentation of the different fundamental concepts in Algebra Oral and written exercises to illustrate the correct use of concepts

EVALUATION

Oral and written exercises Short and long quizzes Board work / Seatwork Assignment

pp. 25-50

pp.51-56

Presentation of the different special product patterns Class Discussion Board work

5th week to 6th week

pp.57-68

Presentation of the different types of factoring

6. Factoring by Grouping

Guided Discovery: Finding a model where factoring is used to solve real-life problems pp. 69-90 Presentation of the different basic principles of Fractions Class Discussion Board work pp.91- 114 Presentation of the different laws of exponents Exercises using the work text Presentation of the different fundamental concepts of radicals Board work / Seatwork Assignment Oral and written exercises Short and long quizzes

7 week to 8th week

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PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION C. Fractions 1. Fundamental Principles of Fraction and Simplification of Fractions 2. Addition and Subtraction of Fractions 3. Multiplication and Division of Fractions 4. Complex Fractions D. Rational Exponents and Radicals 1. Rational Exponents a. Laws of Exponents b. Zero and Negative Exponents 2. Radicals a. Roots of Real Numbers and the Principal Roots b. Fractional Exponent c. Laws of Radicals d. Transformation/Simplification of Radicals e. Operations on Radicals

9 week to 11th week

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12th week to 13th week

E. Functions and Graphs 1. Function and Relation 1.1 Linear Function 1.2 Quadratic Function 1.3 Exponential Function 1.4 Logarithmic Function 2. Evaluation of Function 3. Graphs of Linear, Quadratic, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions 4. Operations on Functions 5. Composite Functions MIDTERM EXAMINATION F. Equations in One Variable 1. Properties of an Equation: Axioms 2. Linear Equations in One Unknown a. Literal and Fractional Equations b. Word Problems b.1 Number Relation b.2 Investment Problem b.3 Age Problem b.4 Mixture b.5 Work b.6 Motion 3.Quadratic Equations in One Variable 3.1 Nature of Roots 3.2 Solution of Quadratic Equations in One Variable

pp.115-136

Guided Discovery: Creation of linear models Involving real-life situations. Graphing models involving real-life situations

pp.137-158

Oral and written exercises Class Discussion Group Activity pp.159-188 Exercises using the work text Short and long quizzes Board work / Seatwork Assignment

3.2.1 by Factoring 3.2.2 by Completing the Square 3.2.3 by using the Quadratic Formula 4.Solving Equation leading to Quadratic Equation b.1 Fractional Equation b.2 Radical Equation 5. Exponential and Logarithmic Equations F. Systems of Linear Equations in Two and Three Unknowns 1. Graphical Solutions 2. Analytical Solutions a. Elimination by Addition/Subtraction b. Substitution G. Partial Fractions 1. Definition of Partial Fractions 2. Decomposition of Partial Fractions p.197-216

Class Discussion Group work Exercises using the work text

15th week to 16th week

Class Discussion Group Work Guided Discovery: Creation of linear models Involving real-life situations Class Discussion Group Work PPT Module on Partial Fractions

Oral and written exercises Short and long quizzes Board work / Seatwork Assignment Group Research

pp.189- 196 pp.277-280

17th week to 18th week

FINAL EXAMINATION

Research Sample Title: Estimate the life expectancies of children who are born in the year 2005 and 2010

I. SUMMARY: HOURS* (LECTURES) 12 hours 6 hours 6 hours 6 hours 6 hours 6 hours 6 hours 6 hours TOTAL 54 *Weeks/Hours (Lecture) are flexible depending on the length of topic to be discussed. J.. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS TEXTBOOK: Hagos, L. et al. College Algebra with Recreational Mathematics (2006) K. REFERENCES/READINGS: 1. Mc Keague, Charles. Algebra with Trigonometry for College Students. 5th edition. Australia:Brooks/Cole, 2002 2. Nocon, Ferdinand et al. Essentials of College Algebra. Quezon City: Katha, 2001 3. Tussy, Allan et al. Introductory Algebra.2nd edition. Australia:Brooks/Cole, 2002 4. Warr Alison. A First Course in Algebra: An Interactive Approach. Forth Worth:Harcuort College Publishing,2001 L. INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT) Algebra 1. Algebra.com. Retrieved November 25,2007. http://www.algebra.com/algebra-1.mpl Algebra 2. Algebra.com. Retrieved November 25,2007. http://www.algebra.com/algebra-2.mpl Freedman, Ellen. Prof. Freedmans Math Help. Mathpower.com. Retrieved May 10, 2008. http://www.mathpower.com/ Geometry. Algebra.com. Homework Help Home. Retrieved December 14, 2007. http://www.algebra.com/geometry.mpl Pre-Algebra. Algebra.com. Retrieved February 5, 2008. Homework Help Home. http://www.algebra.com/pre-algebra.mpl Stapel, Elizabeth. Purplemath.com. Retrieved April 28, 2008. http://www.purplemath.com/ Word problems. Algebra.com. Homework Help Home. Retrieved January 20, 2008. http://www.algebra.com/word-problems.mpl 7 WEEKS* First to Fourth Fifth to Sixth Seventh to Eight Ninth to Tenth Eleventh to Twelfth Thirteenth to Fourteenth Fifteenth to Sixteenth Seventeenth to Eighteenth TOPICS Review of Elementary Algebra Factoring Fractions Exponents and Radicals Equations in One Variable Functions and Graphs Systems of Equations Partial Fractions and Inequalities