College Algebra
Syllabus
CAM105 College Algebra
Course Overview
Course Description
This course is a problem-based approach to algebra that focuses on practical application. This course aims to demystify algebraic concepts by grounding them in real-world scenarios, such as personal finance, data analysis, home improvement, and even cooking. You will develop problem-solving skills and comprehend how algebra can help you make informed decisions in your daily life.
Credit Hours: 3hrs
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Apply algebraic concepts to solve real-world problems.
- Utilize algebraic equations used in making financial decisions.
- Use algebra to interpret and analyze data in various contexts.
- Display critical thinking and problem-solving skills through algebraic reasoning.
- Express the practicality and relevance of algebra in daily life.
Resources
- Algebra for Life (course materials)
- Selected Khan Academy videos
- zyBooks, Algebra
Course Outline
Note: If you have had significant experience with algebra previously, you may choose to go straight to the third chapter so that you can go deeper into the subject. You should especially consider this option if you plan to continue with additional math in college. Feel free to consult the professor.
Getting Started
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Meet Your Instructor, Syllabus, Course Materials, Schedule/Pacing |
Input |
1.5 hrs |
-- |
| Student Forum |
Discussion |
Varies |
-- |
|
Totals |
1.5+ hrs |
-- |
|
Primer A: Algebra at the Store
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Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
1 hr |
-- |
| zyBooks Practice |
Completion |
3 hrs |
-- |
|
Readiness Quiz 1 |
Quiz |
1 hr |
10 |
|
Readiness Quiz 2 |
Quiz |
1 hr |
10 |
|
Totals |
6 hrs |
### |
|
Primer B: Algebra in the Kitchen
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
1.5 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks Practice |
Completion |
3 hrs |
-- |
|
Readiness Quiz 3 |
Quiz |
1 hr |
10 |
|
Readiness Quiz 4 |
Quiz |
1 hr |
10 |
|
Fear Factoring |
Practice |
.5 hrs |
-- |
|
Totals |
7 hrs |
20 |
|
Module One: Algebra on the Road
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
4 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks (Linear Functions) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Graphing Calculator |
Exercise |
1 hr |
20 |
|
Google Maps Algorithm |
Discussion |
2 hrs |
25 |
|
Live Session |
Discussion |
1 hr |
10 |
|
zyBooks (Exponents) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Plan a Trip |
Exercise |
3 hrs |
30 |
|
Totals |
16 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Two: Algebra around the House
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
4 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks (Systems of Equations) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Problem Set: Systems of Equations |
Exercise |
3 hrs |
30 |
|
Spiritual Dimensions |
Discussion |
2 hrs |
25 |
|
Live Session |
Discussion |
1 hr |
10 |
|
The Chicken Coop |
Exercise |
2 hrs |
20 |
|
zyBooks (Polynomials) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Early Pulse Check |
Survey |
.5 hrs |
-- |
|
Totals |
17.5 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Three: Algebra on the Baseball Diamond
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
4 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks (Factoring) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Viete and Descrates |
Discussion |
2 hrs |
25 |
|
Live Session |
Discussion |
1 hr |
10 |
|
zyBooks (Quadratic Equations and Functions) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Problem Set |
Quiz |
3 hrs |
50 |
|
Totals |
15 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Four: Algebra at the Amusement Park
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
4 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks (Rational Expressions) |
Completion |
5 hrs |
40 |
|
Escape Room |
Quiz |
1 hr |
50 |
|
Dividing by Zero |
Discussion |
2 hrs |
25 |
|
Live Session |
Discussion |
1 hr |
10 |
|
Mid-Term Tune-up |
Survey |
.5 hrs |
-- |
|
Totals |
13.5 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Five: Algebra at the Bank
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
4 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks (Radicals) |
Completion |
5 hrs |
40 |
|
Kingdom Investing |
Quiz |
1 hr |
50 |
|
Complex Numbers and Matrices |
Discussion |
2 hrs |
25 |
|
Live Session |
Discussion |
1 hr |
10 |
|
Totals |
13 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Six: Algebra in a Pandemic
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
4 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks (Function Algebra) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
zyBooks (Exponential and Logarithmic Functions) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Acids, Babies, and Radiation |
Discussion |
2 hrs |
25 |
|
Live Session |
Discussion |
1 hr |
10 |
|
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions |
Quiz |
1 hrs |
50 |
|
Totals |
13 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Seven: Algebra at Conic Land
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
5 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks (Conic Sections) |
Completion |
5 hrs |
40 |
| The Glory of the Heavens |
Discussion |
2 hrs |
25 |
|
Live Session |
Discussion |
1 hr |
10 |
|
Graph It! |
Assignment |
2 hrs |
50 |
|
Totals |
15 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Eight: Algebra in the Cards
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
5 hrs |
-- |
|
zyBooks (Sequences, Series, and Counting) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Math and God |
Discussion |
2 hrs |
25 |
|
Live Session |
Discussion |
1 hr |
10 |
|
zyBooks (Graphing Polynomials) |
Completion |
2.5 hrs |
20 |
|
Final Quiz |
Quiz |
2 hrs |
50 |
|
Finish Line Insights |
Survey |
.5 hrs |
-- |
|
Totals |
15.5 hrs |
125 |
|
Live Sessions
This course has live meetups for Q & A, typically one hour every other week. If you cannot attend, you can recoup the points for the session by watching the recording and submitting a 300-word summary/response. Since these sessions will be audio-visually recorded, those who participate with their camera engaged are agreeing to have their video, image, or voice recorded.
Grading
- Discussions: 280 points
- Assessments: 400 points
- Homework: 320 points
(1000 points total)