Republic of the Philippines

POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
Santa maria, bulacan campus

Course Title : College and Advance Algebra

Course Code : SEMA 30023

Course Credit : 3 Units

Pre-Requisite : none

Course Description : The course builds upon the students’ knowledge on properties of the real number system, operations on different types of algebraic expressions, and
the solutions of various types of equation and inequalities. The course also covers the prerequisites to trigonometry and calculus specifically
transcendental and non-transcendental functions, including the characteristics of their graphs and applications.

Institutional Learning Outcomes Program Outcomes Course Outcomes

 Exhibit competence in mathematical concepts
 Creative and Critical Thinking and procedures.
 Manifest meaningful and comprehensive
 Effective Communication pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) of
mathematics
 Demonstrate competence in designing,
constructing and utilizing different forms of
assessment in mathematics
 Demonstrate proficiency in problem solving by
solving and creating routine and non-routine
problems with different levels of competency
 Exhibit proficiency in relating mathematics to
 Strong Service Orientation other curricular areas.
 Appreciate mathematics as an opportunity for
 Passion to Life-Long Learning creative work, moments of enlightenment,
discovery and gaining insights of the world
 Sense of Nationalism and Global Responsiveness
 Community Engagement
 Explain the basic concepts and principles of
algebra
 Solve polynomial, quadratic, rational, and
systems of equations.
 Graph polynomial, quadratic, piecewise,
rational, and operations of functions.
 Model real world situations using quadratic
functions, rational functions, operations of
functions, piecewise functions, and systems of
linear equations/inequalities.
 Algebraically perform operations with matrices,
rational expressions, and functions.
 Build up solid foundation in mathematical
reasoning by acquiring important building
blocks and skills.
 Develop skills of effectively using graphing
calculators.
 Apply the learned knowledge to solve routine
and non-routine problems
  Use effectively appropriate approaches, methods  Value the importance of algebra in man’s daily
 Adeptness in the Responsible Use of Technology and techniques in teaching mathematics including life.
technology tools
 High Level of Leadership and Organizational Skills

 Sense of Personal and Professional Ethics

COURSE PLAN

Week Topic Learning Outcomes Methodology Assessment

Week 1 Introduction of the course contents, activities Show preparedness in this course. Orientation Pre-test
and requirements.
Show appreciation and interest in learning the Pretest
subject.
Setting of Expectations

Reviewing/ Discussing the syllabus

Other related activities

Week 2-3 Basic Concepts of Algebra Identify various kind and properties of real Lecture/Discussion Seat works
numbers
The Real Number System Peer Teaching Activity
Appreciate the real number system and its
Integer Exponents, Scientific Notation and Properties Discovery approach Problem Set
Order of Operations
Use interval notation to write a set of numbers Collaborative learning Assignments
Addition, Subtraction and Multiplication of
Polynomials Identify the terms, coefficients and degree of a
polynomial
Factoring
Add, subtract, and multiply polynomials
Rational Expressions
Factor polynomials following the different
Radical Notation and Rational Exponents methods/rules

Simplify rational and radical expressions

Week 4 Long quiz # 1

Week 5 Graphs, Functions and Models Determine whether a correspondence or a Lecture/Discussion Assignments
relation is a function
Functions and Graphs Peer Teaching Seat works
Find the domain and range of a function
Linear Functions, Slope and Applications Collaborative Discussion Activity
Solve applied problems using functions
Equations of Lines and Modeling Problem Set
Determine the slope of a line given two points
More on Functions on the line Oral Exam

The Algebra of Functions Find the slope and the y-intercept of a line

Graph equations and functions, looking for

intervals on which the function is increasing,
decreasing, or constant and estimate maxima
and minima

Model a set of data with a linear function

Find the sum, difference, product and quotient of

two functions, and determine the domains of the
resulting functions

Find the composition of two functions and the

domain of the composition; decompose a
function as a composition of two functions

Determine whether a graph is symmetric with

respect to the x-axis, y-axis and the origin

Determine whether a function is even, odd or

neither

Given the graph of a function, graph its

transformation under translations, reflections,
stretching, and shrinking

Functions, Equations, and Inequalities Solve equations Lecture/Discussion

Week 6-7
Linear Equations, Functions and Models Graph functions Higher Order Questioning Assignments
 The Complex Numbers Find zeros of functions Seat works

Quadratic Equations, Functions and Models
Analyzing Graphs of Quadratic Functions
More Equation Solving
Axioms of Inequalities
Linear, Absolute and Conditional Inequalities
Fundamental Properties of Inequalities
Solution of Inequalities
Graphs of Inequalities
Perform computations involving complex Activity
numbers
Problem Set
Solve equations that are reducible to quadratic
and applied problems involving quadratic
equations
Find the vertex, the axis of symmetry and the
maximum or minimum value of a quadratic
function using the method of completing the
square
Solve applied problems involving maximum and
minimum function values

Solve rational and radical equations and

equations with absolute value

Solve linear and compound inequalities

Graph inequalities

Differentiate absolute from conditional

inequalities,

Solve applied problems using inequalities

Week 8 Midterm Exam

Week 9-10 Polynomial and Rational Functions
Polynomial Functions and Models
Polynomial Division: The Remainder and
Factor Theorems
Theorems About Zeros of Polynomial
Functions
Rational Functions
Determine the behaviour of the graph of a Lecture/Discussion Assignments
polynomial function using the leading-term test
Peer Teaching Seat works
Factor polynomial functions and find the zeros
and their multiplicities Discovery approach Activity
Graph polynomial functions Collaborative Discussion Problem Set
Use the intermediate value theorem to Technology Integration
determine whether a function has a real zero
between two given real numbers
 Polynomial and Rational Inequalities Perform long division with polynomials and
determine whether one polynomial is a factor of
Variation and Applications another

Use the remainder theorem to find a function

value f(c)

Use the factor theorem to determine whether x-c

is a factor of f(x)

For a polynomial function with integer

coefficients, find the rational zeros and the other
zeros, if possible

Use Descartes’ rule of signs to find information

about the number of real zeros of a polynomial
function with real coefficients

Graph and solve problems involving rational

function.

Week 11 Long quiz # 2

Week 12-13 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Determine whether a function is one-to-one, and Lecture/Discussion Assignments
if it is, find its inverse.
Inverse Functions Peer Teaching Seat works
Graph exponential equations and functions
Exponential Functions and Graphs Discovery approach Activity
Solve applied problems involving exponential
Logarithmic Functions and Graphs functions and their graphs Technology Integration Problem Set

Properties of Logarithmic Functions Graph logarithmic functions Quiz

Solving Exponential and Logarithmic Convert between exponential and logarithmic

Equations equations

Find common and natural logarithms using a

calculator

Convert from logarithms of products, powers,

and quotients to expressions in terms of
individual logarithms, and conversely
 Solve exponential and logarithmic equations

Week 13-14 Systems of Equations and Matrices Solve system of linear equations in two variables Lecture/Discussion Assignments
by: graphing, substitution, and elimination
Systems of Equations in Two Variables method Peer Teaching Seat works

Systems of Equations in Three Variables Solve systems of linear equations in three Discovery approach Activity
variables
Matrices and Systems of Equations Collaborative Discussion Problem Set
Use systems of two and three equations to solve
Matrix Operations Technology Integration Quiz
applied problems
Inverses of Matrices
Solve systems of equations using matrices
Determinants and Cramer’s Rule
Add, subtract and multiply matrices when
Systems of Inequalities and Linear possible
Programming
Find the inverse of a matrix

Evaluate determinants of square matrices

Use Cramer’s rule to solve systems of equations

Graph system of linear inequalities

Solve linear programming problems

Ratio, Proportion and Variation Solve proportions with like and unlike units. Lecture Assignments
Week 15-16
Definition of Ratio and Proportion Solve application problems, dealing with Group Activity Seat works
proportions, in small groups.
Laws of Proportion Collaborative learning Activity
Solve any direct variation exercise.
Direct Variation Peer Teaching Problem Set

Inverse Variation Solve inverse variation applications. Small Group Instructional Diagnosis

Joint Variation Apply proportion solving skills to applications

involving direct variation.

Apply proportion solving skills to applications

involving inverse variation.
 Final Exam
Week 17
Week 18 Submission of Requirements

Course Grading System

Attendance 10%
Recitation 10%
Exercises/Assignment 25%
Long quiz/project 25%
Major exam 30%
100%

Course Grading System

Final Grade = (First Grade) + (Second Grade)

Where:
First Grade = (Class Standing before ME) + (Midterm Examination, ME);

Second Grade = (Class Standing after ME) + (Final Examination)

REFERENCES:

Vance, Elbridge P. (1983). Modern College Algebra Third Edition, Addison-Wesley Publishing Co., Inc.
Hart, William L. (1964). College Algebra, D. C. Heath and Company
Fadrilagan, Catalina M., et al. College Algebra
Angel, Allen R. (2009). A Survey of Mathematics with Applications, Pearson Education, Inc.

CLASROOM POLICY
 Plan to arrive to class on time and to stay for the entire class period (or until dismissed) because random arrivals and exits are disrespectful
and distracting.
 Students are responsible for what transpired if they miss a class.
 Talking and other disruptive behaviors are not permitted while classes are in session. Do not have private conversations.
 Be polite and respectful towards others, instructor and other students. Treat others how you want to be treated.
  Students are expected to be professional and respectful of other students, instructors, administration, and staff. That includes verbal and
physical behavior as well as language used in social media, phone messages and others.
 Be positive.

CONSULTATION TIME
After class (Teacher and student vacant time)

Prepared by: Noted by:

JOAN D. RURAL DR. LINA S. FELICES

Name of Faculty Chairperson

Approved by:

DR. MA. JUNITHESMER D. ROSALES

Dean

Modified by:

DR. KATHERINE JOYCE M. CASTRO

Instructor

Approved by:

DR. MARILYN F. ISIP

Campus Director

DR. EMANUEL C. DE GUZMAN

Vice President for Academic Affairs