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Course Syllabus
Natasha Ramsay-Jordan College of Natural Sciences MAT/116 Version 8 Algebra 1A
Copyright © 2012, 2010, 2009, 2007, 2006 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description This course introduces basic algebra concepts and assists in building skills for performing specific mathematical operations and problem solving. Students will solve equations, evaluate algebraic expressions, solve and graph linear equations and linear inequalities, graph lines, and solve systems of linear equations and linear inequalities. These concepts and skills will serve as a foundation for subsequent business coursework. Applications to real-world problems are also explored throughout the course. This course is the first half of the college algebra sequence, which is completed in MAT 117, Algebra 1B. Policies Faculty and students will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: • • University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum.
University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality. Course Materials Rockswold, G. K., & Krieger, T. A. (2013). Beginning and intermediate algebra: With applications and visualization. (3rd ed.). Boston, MA: Addison-Wesley. All electronic materials are available on the student website. Technical Support Student Tech Support: 1-866-334-7332 Student Tech Support: 1-877-832-4867 MyMathLab Tech Support: 800-677-6337 MML Tech Support Hours: M-Fr: 8-8p; Saturday 5-12 EST All homework, study plan, self check and final exam, assignments must be completed in the MyMathLab®.
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