MT103 – Semester 1– (2022-2023)

Corozal Junior College

Mathematics Department
Course Outline
August- December, 2022

COURSE TITLE: INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA

COURSE CODE: MT103
CREDIT HOURS: 3
COURSE INSTRUCTOR: MR. RAMIRO GLORI
INSTRUCTOR CONTACT: Email: rglori@cjc.edu.bz
Office: (501) 422-3062

PREREQUISITES: Waiver depending on transcript grade and ATLIB score or a pass

in MT101

Groups: A, B, F

OFFICE LOCATION: Staff Room – Raul Alamilla Building

COURSE WEB SITE: http://vcampus.cjc.edu.bz/

Self-Enrollment Key: (to be given in class)

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COURSE SCHEDULE:

COURSE RESOURCES: Dugopolski, M. (2000). Algebra for College Students (2nd ed.).
Boston: McGraw Hill.
Supplemental Materials by Instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides a fundamental review of algebra; exponents and radicals; rational expressions;
operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) of polynomials; factorization; quadratic
equations/functions; systems of linear equations and inequalities in one and/or two variables;
introduction to logarithms and the binomial expansion.

COURSE RATIONALE

Intermediate Algebra helps students develop basic understanding and manipulating skills that are
essential for students taking other courses such as science, economics, and more advanced business
courses and for beginning college students in general. It helps them expand their critical thinking
skills and problem-solving skills.

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TRANSFORMATIONAL GOAL
To develop an understanding of key mathematical concepts and the application of appropriate tools to everyday
experience.

COMPETENCIES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Identify and use the four mathematical operations with polynomials.

1.1 Identify terms and coefficients.

1.2 Learn the vocabulary for polynomials.

1.3 Calculate the sum or difference of polynomials.

1.4 Multiply any polynomial situation.

1.5 Divide a polynomial by a monomial or by a polynomial with at least two terms

1.6 Synthetic Division Method

2. Develop and identify the different factoring techniques in polynomial expressions.

2.1 Factor out the greatest common factor.

2.2 Factor by grouping.
2.3 Factor quadratic trinomials when a=1 and a≠1.
2.4 Identify and factor perfect square trinomials.
2.5 Factor the difference of two squares.
2.6 Factor the sum or difference of two cubes.

3. Develop and understand the relationship with the rules of integral exponents and rational exponents

and its relationship to Radical expressions

3.1 Apply the rules of exponents for any situation.

3.2 Use zero and negative numbers in exponents.

3.3 Use exponent properties to simplify expressions with rational exponents.

3.4 Mathematical operations with radicals.

3.5 Rationalize denominators.

3.6 Use a conjugate to rationalize a denominator.

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4. Develop and understanding of the terminology, characteristic and concepts of solving different equations.

4.1 General Equation Terminology/ Characteristic

4.2 Operations Used in Transforming Equations

4.3 Solving Absolute Value Equations

4.4 Polynomial Equations (Linear & Quadratic)

4.5 Completing the Square and Quadratic Formula

4.6 Solving Linear Simultaneous Equations Algebraically

4.7 Equations with Rational Expressions

4.8 Radical Equations

4.9 Exponential Equations

4.10 Inequalities

5. Define a function and sketch quadratic functions.

5.1 Definition of a Function and their Representation

5.2 Constructing the Rectangular Coordinate System

5.3 Zeros of a Function (Intercepts)

5.4 Sketching Quadratic Functions using Transformations

METHODS OF INSTRUCTION

Methods of Instruction will include but are not limited to the following:
• Teacher and student presentations
• Lecture and Discussion
• Cooperative learning and Group activity

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COURSE EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT

Grades will be determined on an average of 6 tests, an average of 8 quizzes, 2 assignments, a participation grade, and a final
exam. The final exam will be worth 25% of the final average. The participation grade is given based on attendance,
promptness, and participation in class. N.B. The number of tests and quizzes may change depending on how the material is
covered.
Completion of all coursework is expected on the date indicated by the instructor. Grades are computed on a percentage scale
as follows:

A 94 – 100
A- 90 – 93
B+ 86 – 89
B 82 – 85
B- 78 – 81
C+ 74 – 77
C 70 – 73
D 65 – 69
F Below 65

Distribution of Marks:

Assessment Type Allocated Marks Number of Assessments Total marks

Participation and attendance 25 --- 25
Assignments 40 1 40
Quizzes 40 1 40
Tests 40 6 240
Final Exam 100 1 100
Total 445

COURSE EXPECTATIONS
Math is not a spectator sport. In order to learn math, you must do math. Students are expected to
become actively involved by
Self-practice and evaluation. Students are additionally expected to devise their own definitions and
explanation, in worded form, for any procedure that is being applied.

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COURSE CONTENT / SCOPE

By the end of the course students should be able to:
1. ADD, SUBTRACT, MULTIPLY AND DIVIDE POLYNOMIAL EXPRESSIONS

• Identify terms and coefficients.

• Learn the vocabulary for polynomials.
• Calculate the sum or difference of polynomials.
• Multiply any polynomial situation.
Special products including Binomial Expansions
Combined operations
• Divide a polynomial by a monomial or by a polynomial with at least two terms
• Synthetic Division Method

2. FACTOR POLYNOMIAL EXPRESSIONS

• Factor out the greatest common factor.

• Factor by grouping.
• Factor trinomials when a=1 and a≠1.
• Identify and factor perfect square trinomials.
• Factor the difference of two squares.
• Factor the sum or difference of two cubes.

3. SIMPLIFY AND SOLVE RADICAL EXPRESSIONS

• Apply the rules of exponents for any situation.

• Use zero and negative numbers in exponents.
• Use exponent properties to simplify expressions with rational exponents.
• Multiply and divide radicals.
• Add and subtract radical expressions.
• Rationalize denominators.
• Use a conjugate to rationalize a denominator

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4. SOLVE EQUATIONS

• General Equation Terminology/ Characteristic

• Operations Used in Transforming Equations
• Solving Absolute Value Equations
• Polynomial Equations (Linear & Quadratic)
• Completing the Square and Quadratic Formula
• Solving Linear Simultaneous Equations Algebraically
• Equations with Rational Expressions
• Radical Equations
• Exponential Equations
• Inequalities

5. RECTANGULAR COORDINATES SYSTEM & QUADRATIC FUNCTIONS

• Definition of a Function and their Representation

• Constructing the Rectangular Coordinate System
• Zeros of a Function (Intercepts)
• Sketching Quadratic Functions using Transformations

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Course Schedule and Assessments:

Week/Day Topic Modality Learning Outcomes Session Activity Assignment/
Students will be able to: Assessment
Week 1: Discussion of Course Realtime N/A Instructor will elaborate on the important sections of Students will be
Day 1 classroom session the course outline and discuss them with students. All asked to personally
questions will be entertained. read and review the
course outline at
home and address
further questions to
the teacher through
email ASAP.
Day 2 Exponents Realtime Competency (3): Instructor will review together with students the 5 laws A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 3.1a, 3.2a of indices. They will be required to list these. assignment will be
(Discussion of Students will discuss the definition of powers with given to students
application of rules) special exponents and special bases such as powers based on the lesson
with zero exponents and negative exponents. that was taught for
review and in
preparation for
next class.
Day 3 Exponents Realtime Competency (3): Instructor will demonstrate how to apply the laws of A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 3.1b, exponents in conjunction with definitions of powers assignment will be
3.2b(Application) with special exponents and bases to simplify given to students
exponential expressions and operations. Students will based on the lesson
implement these steps to solving examples of their that was taught for
own. review and in
preparation for
next class.
Week 2: Exponents Realtime Competency (3): Instructor will introduce harder examples involving A non-graded
Day 1 classroom session LOs: 3.1c, 3.2c (Harder operation such as multiplication and division of assignment will be
Egs) exponential expressions for students to simplify as given to students
well as examples with variable exponents. Instructor based on the lesson
will show students that the rules and definition still that was taught for
hold in these cases. review and in
preparation for
next class.
Day 2 Exponential Equations Realtime Competency (4): Instructor with demonstrate and explain, using a few A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 4.9 examples, how to solve exponential equations by assignment will be
equation the bases. Students will be required to use given to students
this technique to solve various exponential equations. based on the lesson
that was taught for
review and in
preparation for a
test.

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Day 3 Polynomials Realtime Competency (1): Instructor will explain the “degree of a term” and the A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 1.1, 1.2, “degree of a polynomial” using examples in each case. assignment will be
1.3a(Sums) Demonstrate to students how to add polynomials using given to students
the distributive law and also using a vertical array. based on the lesson
Request that students use both methods to add that was taught for
polynomials. review and in
preparation for
next class.
Week 3: Exponent/Exponential Realtime T E S T
Day 1 Equations classroom session
Day 2 Polynomials Realtime Competency (1): Instructor will demonstrate how to subtract A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 1.3, 1.4 polynomials by the distributive law using a horizontal assignment will be
(monomials, binomials, array, and also by using a vertical array. Instructor given to students
trinomials) will give example of pairs of polynomials for students based on the lesson
to multiply. Instructor will illustrate how these that was taught for
polynomials can be multiplied by using the distributive review and in
law and also by long-multiplication. preparation for
next class.
Day 3 Polynomials Realtime Competency (1): Instructor with demonstrate how to multiply A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 1.3, 1.4 (trinomials polynomials with multiple variables and terms using assignment will be
and 4-term polynomials both methods already shown to students. Students will given to students
with one or two be given more challenging examples to work out by based on the lesson
variables) any method they prefer. that was taught for
review and in
preparation for
next class.
Week 4: Polynomials Realtime Competency (1): Instructor will demonstrate with the assistance of A graded quiz will
Day 1 classroom session LOs: 1.5a (one-variable students show how to use the typical long division be given in the 1st
polynomials) method to divide a pair of polynomials and develop a 15 mins of class,
procedure which provided to students to use when and non-graded
dividing polynomials. assignment will be
given to students
based on the lesson
that was taught for
review and in
preparation for
next class.
Day 2 Polynomials Realtime Competency (1): Instructor will demonstrate with the assistance of A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 1.5b (two-variables students show how to use the typical long division assignment will be
polynomials) method to divide a pair of polynomials and develop a given to students
procedure which provided to students to use when based on the lesson
dividing polynomials. that was taught for
review and in

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preparation for
next class.
Day 3 Polynomials Realtime Competency (1): Instructor will explain synthetic division as alternative A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 1.6a way to divide certain polynomials particularly those assignment will be
having a divisor of the form x – c. He will demonstrate given to students
the procedure for this method with a couple of based on the lesson
examples pointing out how to obtain the quotient Q(x) that was taught for
and the remainder, R. review and in
Students will be assigned to do example on their own preparation for
using the method shown to them. next class.
Week 5: Polynomials Realtime T E S T
Day 1 classroom session
Day 2 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will show how the definition of HCF can be A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.1a (Finding the used to identify the HCF of a set of algebraic terms. assignment will be
HCF) Instructor will demonstrate with examples how to given to students
extract the HCF from the terms in an algebraic based on the lesson
expression and completely factorize the expression this that was taught for
way. review and in
preparation for
next class.
Day 3 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Using a general strategy and systematic approach the A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.1b (Factoring the instructor will show students how to obtain the HCF as assignment will be
HCF) the first factor and a 2nd bracketed factor and then given to students
checking the bracketed factor to see whether it can be based on the lesson
simplified further and factorized further to ascertain that was taught for
that the factorization process is indeed complete with review and in
all possible factors obtained. preparation for
next class.
Together with students, the instructor will develop a
general strategy to factorize expressions.
Week 6: Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Using their previous knowledge of SP’s the instructor A non-graded
Day 1 classroom session LOs: 2.5a (Simple will show students that the factorization of a difference
assignment will be
terms) two squares leads to a pair of conjugate binomials. given to students
A − B = ( A + B)( A − B) or ( A − B )( A + B ) based
2 2 on the lesson
that was taught for
Instructor will expand the previous general strategy to re-enforcement and
incorporate differences of two squares. Students will in preparation for
use the strategy to factorize simple to moderately the next lesson.
difficult differences of 2 squares expressions.
Day 2 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will show, with examples, how to A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.5b (Bracketed completely factorize differences of 2 squares with assignment will be
terms) bracketed terms with the general strategy to assure given to students
complete success. Students will follow this approach based on the lesson
to factorize similar expressions. that was taught for
re-enforcement and

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in preparation for
the next lesson.
Day 3 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Using their previous knowledge of SP’s the instructor A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.6 will show students that the factorization of a assignment will be
sum/difference two cubes leads to the following pair of given to students
factors based on the lesson
I . A3 + B3 = ( A + B)( A2 − AB + B 2 ) that was taught for
re-enforcement and
II . A3 − B3 = ( A − B)( A2 + AB + B 2 ) in preparation for
the next lesson.
Students will use the above rules in conjunction with
the general strategy to factorize sums/differences of
two cubes.

Week 7: Factorization Realtime T E S T

Day 1 HCF Method classroom session
Differences of 2
Squares
Day 2 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will discuss the distinguishing properties of A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.4 trinomial squares with students and list them. assignment will be
given to students
Instructor will use students’ previous knowledge of based on the lesson
special products to derive the factorization rule for that was taught for
trinomial squares, and demonstrate how the rule is re-enforcement and
used to factorize trinomial squares. Students will then in preparation for
use this same approach to factorize trinomial squares the next lesson.
Day 3 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will provide students with 4-term A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.2a (2 x 2 expressions and show them how 2x2 grouping so as to assignment will be
Grouping) obtain two factorable binomials can be employed to given to students
factorize the expression. He will also demonstrate how based on the lesson
2x2 grouping so as to obtain a factorable binomial and that was taught for
a difference of two squares can be used to factorize re-enforcement and
some of these expressions. Students will use both in preparation for
methods to factorize 4-term expressions. the next lesson.
Week 8: Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will provide students with 4-term A non-graded
Day 1 classroom session LOs: 2.2b (3 x 1 expressions and show them how 3x1 grouping can be assignment will be
Grouping) utilized to factorize these expression – pointing out to given to students
them what features the expression must possess for based on the lesson
this type of grouping to be used to factorize it. that was taught for
Students will be given 4-term expressions to factorize re-enforcement and
by this type of grouping. A worksheet will be in preparation for
provided to students with miscellaneous 4-term the next lesson.
expressions to factorize be all types of grouping thus
far shown to them.

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Day 2 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will demonstrate how to factorize 6-term A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.2c (3x3 and expressions using both 3x3 grouping so as to obtain 2 assignment will be
2x2x2 Grouping) trinomials squares, and 2x2x2 grouping so as to obtain given to students
3 factorable binomials – pointing what distinguishing based on the lesson
characteristics the expressions must possess to match that was taught for
one of the grouping methods. Students will be re-enforcement and
required to factorize 6-term expressions by these 2 in preparation for
grouping methods. the next test.
Day 3 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will demonstrate the procedure to factorize A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.3a (when a simple quadratic trinomials(SQT) such as assignment will be
equals 1)
ax 2 + bx + c, where a = 1 given to students
based on the lesson
and provide them with a worksheet to use the that was taught for
procedure to factorize simple quadratic expressions. re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Week 9: Factorization- Realtime T E S T
Day 1 Grouping/Tri-Sqrs classroom session
Day 2 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will demonstrate the procedure to factorize A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.3b (when a is not harder quadratic trinomials (HQT) such as assignment will be
equal to 1)
ax 2 + bx + c, where a  1 given to students
based on the lesson
and provide them with a worksheet to use the that was taught for
procedure to factorize simple quadratic expressions re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Day 3 Factorization Realtime Competency (2): Instructor will show students using various examples A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 2.3c (harder egs), how to effectively apply the trial-and-error method to assignment will be
factorize harder quadratic trinomials in an efficient and given to students
quick manner. Students will we instructed to factorize based on the lesson
a set of HQTs using this method. that was taught for
re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Week 10: Equations Realtime Competency (4): Instructor will demonstrate the rules of equality and A non-graded
Day 1 classroom session LOs: 4.1, 4.2, 4.4a transformation that are implemented in solving an assignment will be
(linear eqns) equation using simple linear equations to do this. given to students
Students will be given some simple linear equations to based on the lesson
solve. that was taught for
re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Day 2 Equations Realtime Competency (4): Instructor will demonstrate the steps involved in A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 4.3 solving absolute-value equations and request that assignment will be

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students used the same steps to solve equations on given to students

their own. based on the lesson
that was taught for
re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Day 3 Factorization Realtime Competency (4): Instructor will demonstrate how a quadratic equation A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 4.4b (Quadratic), can be solved by re-writing the equation in general assignment will be
form ax + bx + c = 0, where a  0 and
4.8, 4.9 2 given to students
based on the lesson
factorizing the expression opposite to zero and that was taught for
applying the zero-product property to obtain the roots re-enforcement and
of the equation. in preparation for
Students will be given a worksheet with quadratic the next lesson.
equations to solve by this method.

Week 11: Equations Realtime Competency (4): Instructor will demonstrate how a quadratic equation A non-graded
Day 1 classroom session LOs: 4.5a (Quad can be solved by re-writing the equation in general assignment will be
Formula)
form ax 2 + bx + c = 0, where a  0 and
given to students
based on the lesson
substituting the values of a, b, c into the formula and that was taught for
solving for the root. Indicate to the students that some re-enforcement and
equations have irrational roots while others have in preparation for
rational roots which can be determine by the the next lesson.
discriminant b2 – 4ac. Students will be instructed to
solve equation with the quadratic formula pointing out
which have rational roots and which have irrational
roots.

Given ax 2 + bx + c = 0, where a  0 , then

−b  b 2 − 4ac
x=
2a

Day 2 Equations Realtime Competency (4): Instructor will solve a couple of quadratic equations A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 4.5b (Completing with the method of completing the square showing and assignment will be
the Square) explaining all the necessary steps required. given to students
Students will adopt this model to solve equations by based on the lesson
completing the square and check the answers with the that was taught for
other methods when possible. re-enforcement and

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in preparation for
the next lesson.
Day 3 Equations Realtime Competency (4): Instructor will solve systems of a pair of linear A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 4.6 equations simultaneously by the methods of 1. assignment will be
Substitution and 2. Elimination. Request that students given to students
do the same with question from a worksheet. based on the lesson
Also include systems consisting of a 1st degree and a that was taught for
2nd degree equation to be solved by the method of re-enforcement and
substitution. in preparation for
the next test.
Week 12: Factorization of Realtime T E S T
Day 1 Quadratic Trinomials, classroom session
Solving Quadratic
Equations and
Simultaneous Eqns.
Day 2 Radicals Realtime Competency (3): Instructor will show that a radical is really a power A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 3.3a (Exponents) with a fractional of rational exponent and thus can be assignment will be
simplified using the laws of indices in certain given to students
occasions. based on the lesson
that was taught for
re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Day 3 Radicals Realtime Competency (3): Instructor will discuss and analyse the multiplication A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 3.3b (radical rules) and division laws of radicals and show students how assignment will be
these can be use to simplify radical expressions. Ask given to students
students to simplify a few simple radical expressions based on the lesson
using the rules. that was taught for
re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Week 13: Radicals Realtime Competency (3): Instructor will simplify radical expressions involving
Day 1 classroom session LOs: 3.4a multiplication and division of radicals utilizing the An assignment to
(multiplication and radical rules and where division is involved the be graded will be
division of radicals), instructor will show the technique of rationalizing the given to students
3.5,3.6 denominator which in some cases require the based on the lesson
multiplication by the conjugate binomial. Students that was taught for
will be required to simplify similar examples from a re-enforcement and
handout. in preparation for
the next lesson.
Day 2 Radicals Realtime Competency (3): Extension of the previous lesson involving harder A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 3.4a examples. assignment will be
(multiplication and given to students
based on the lesson

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division of radicals), that was taught for

3.5,3.6 re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson
Day 3 Radicals Realtime Competency (3): Instructor will show students that radical terms can be A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 3.4b Addition and added once they are like-radicals i.e have the same assignment will be
Subtraction of radicals) root and same radicand. So, by simplifying the radical given to students
terms in a sum first one can determine if there are any based on the lesson
like-radicals to add/subtract. that was taught for
re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Week 14: Radicals Realtime T E S T
classroom session
Day 1
Day 2 Functions Realtime Competency (5): Instructor will instruct students to write and discuss the A non-graded
classroom session LOs: 5.1 definition and features that define a function. assignment will be
given to students
based on the lesson
that was taught for
re-enforcement and
in preparation for
the next lesson.
Day 3 Functions Realtime Competency (5): Instructor will show students how to construct a
classroom session LOs: 5.2 quadratic function for a specific domain on the
Cartesian coordinate plane and label the important
parts and features – such as the vertex, concavity, axis
of symmetry and intercepts.
Week 15: Functions Realtime Competency (5): Students will be instructed to equate the value of the
Day 1 classroom session LOs: 5.3 function f(x) to zero to solve for the x-intercepts of the
quadratic function and equate the value of x to zero to
find the y-intercept.
Instructor will re-write quadratic equation s in vertex
form. y − k = a ( x − h) 2
Day 2 Functions Realtime Competency (4, 5): Instructor will show students that by re-writing the
classroom session LOs: 5.4, 4.10 quadratic function in vertex form:
y − k = a ( x − h) 2 and using the features and
properties together with transformations such as
translations and reflections in the previous lesson the
quadratic function can be sketched. Students will adapt
this model to sketch quadratic functions. Instructor
will demonstrate how the sketch can be used to solve
quadratic inequalities.

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Day 3 Functions Realtime T E S T

classroom session
Week 16: F I N A L E X A M S

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Table of Specifications
Item No. Learning Lower Level-Recall, Middle Level- Apply, Higher Level- Evaluate,
Outcome Understand Analyze Create
Assessment #1
1. a, b 4.9 Algorithmic Problem (a, b)
2. a, b 3.1, 3.2 Calculation
3. (i) –(vi) 3.3 Algorithmic Problems (i - iv)
Assessment #2:
1. 1.1 – 1.3 Algorithmic Problem
2. 1.3 Algorithmic Problem
3. 1.3 Algorithmic Problem
4. i, ii 1.4 Algorithmic Problem (i, ii)
5. i, ii 1.5 Algorithmic Problem (i, ii)
6. i - iii 1.6 Algorithmic Problem (i, ii, iii)
Assessment #3:
1, 2, 4, 7, 10, 11, 12 2.1 Algorithmic Problem (1, 2, 4,
7, 10, 11, 12)
3, 5, 6, 9, 13 2.2, 2.5 Algorithmic Problem (3, 5, 6,
9, 13)
8 2.1, 2.2 Algorithmic Problem
14 2.1, 2.5 Algorithmic Problem
Assessment #4:
1, 2, 3, 5 2.2 Algorithmic Problem (1, 2, 3,
5)
6, 7, 8, 10 2.2, 2.4 Algorithmic Problem (6, 7, 8,
10)
4, 9 2.6 Algorithmic Problem (4, 9)
11, 12 2.3, 2.4 Algorithmic Problem (11, 12)
Assessment #5:
1, 2, 3, 4 2.3 Algorithmic Problem (1- 4)
5, 6, 7, 8 4.1, 4.2, 4.5 Algorithmic Problem (5 – 8)
Assessment #6:
1. 4.3 Multiple Choice
2. 4.4 Multiple Choice
3. 4.4 Multiple Choice
4. 4.3 Multiple Choice
5. 4.4 Multiple Choice
6. 4.3 Multiple Choice
7. 4.4 Multiple Choice
8. 4.5 Multiple Choice
9. 4.8 Multiple Choice
10. 4.5 Multiple Choice
11. 4.10 Multiple Choice
12. 4.7 Multiple Choice
13. 4.7 Multiple Choice
14. 4.8 Multiple Choice
15. 4.7 Multiple Choice
16. 4.4 Multiple Choice
17. 4.8 Multiple Choice
19. 4.10 Multiple Choice
20. 4.10 Multiple Choice
22. 4.5 Multiple Choice
23. 4.4 Multiple Choice
24. 4.10 Multiple Choice
Assessment #7:
1. 4.6 Algorithmic Problem
2. 4.6 Multiple Choice
3. 4.6 Algorithmic Problem

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4. 3.4 Algorithmic Problem

5. 3.4 Algorithmic Problem
6. 3.4 Algorithmic Problem
7. 3.4, 3.5 Algorithmic Problem
8. 3.4 Algorithmic Problem
9. 3.4 Algorithmic Problem
10. 3.4 Algorithmic Problem
11. 3.4 Algorithmic Problem
12. 3.5, 3.6 Algorithmic Problem
13. 3.5, 3.6 Algorithmic Problem

Assessment #8:
1. 5.1, 5.2, Curve Plotting
2. 5.3 Curve Sketching
3. 5.3, 5.4 Calculation
4. 5.4 Calculation/Curve Sketching
5. 5.4 Calculation/Curve
Sketching

COURSE POLICIES AND REGULATIONS

COURSE EXPECTATIONS:
Good, basic manners are expected at all times in class. Students are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate and
honourable manner and should follow the class policies set by the instructor at the beginning of the course and those that are
applicable from the student handbook.
*Failure to abide by these rules will result in the student being asked to leave the class immediately and necessary
disciplinary measures will be taken for other class sessions.

STUDENT ONLINE EVALUATION OF INSTRUCTION

The Student Evaluation Task (SET) is made available through each course Moodle page during week 7 and week
15. This activity is completely anonymous and provides invaluable information for the continuous improvement
of courses and programs. All students are expected to complete these evaluations.

GRADE APPEAL PROCEDURES

All students have a right to appeal a course grade or disciplinary action. This should be done immediately at the
office of the Dean or Assistant Dean. When a situation may arise, the student should first discuss the matter with
the course instructor before taking the matter up with the Academic Department Chair and before involving the
Counselor and/or Administrators. At any point during the process, the student may be asked to place the concern
or complaint in writing.

Attendance Policy:
Students are expected to attend classes regularly. Attendance in a math course is essential for any degree
of success in that course. When a student is absent all information should be obtained from a fellow

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student concerning the assignment covered and to be covered. Students can also use the recorded class
sessions and summaries on moodle. Absence is no excuse for being unaware of the progress and
activities of the class. Where the total number of unexcused absences exceeds 10% of the total contact
hours, the student will be asked to withdraw from the course.

MISSED QUIZZES/TESTS:

Students will be allowed a make-up quiz or test if they have a valid excuse only. Students have two (2) days to
make-up a quiz or test upon his/her return (arranging a make-up is totally the responsibility of the student); after
this time has elapsed no makeup will be given. Students will be entitled to a maximum of 3 make-up tests or
quizzes per semester.
Students deliberately avoiding (skipping class) a scheduled assessment without prior consultation with teacher
will receive a grade of zero for such assessment. In case of medical absence, the student ought to provide the
teacher with a written note from an administrator in order to be allowed to make up the work. Written excuse-
notes from parents or guardians must have a contact cell or phone number on them.

NOTE: All online assessments will be uploaded through the Moodle platform. Under no circumstances will any
assessment be accepted if uploaded through other platforms such as email or WhatsApp for example. Moodle is
the one and only platform that will be used unless otherwise stated by the instructor.

You must also abide by the instructions, deadlines and time-allocation for these assessments. Violation of these
will incur deductions and penalties. Students are expected to read the instructions for assessments and abide by
them. Failure to do so will incur penalties.

Incomplete or Missed Assessments:

Students that are unable to do or complete an online assessment with duration of a few minutes or hours on a given
day due to connection problems, or similar situations on the designated date and time of the assessment must notify
the instructor by any means available with the necessary proof of the problem(s) such as pictures or images
immediately. Procrastination could result in penalties. The instructor will make the necessary arrangements for
students to continue taking the test if possible, or make arrangements for the student to take it on another date
provided the excuse is justified. This does not apply to assessments where more than one day has been given to
complete it. For these assessment deadlines and instructions MUST be adhered to.

Student Conduct:
Behavior that interferes with the learning process will not be tolerated such as disruptive use of the microphones.
I expect good, basic manners at all times during class.

Office Hours:
Students can contact the teacher all the way up to 5:30 pm Monday to Thursday except when
1. the day is a holiday or on weekends in which case no contact with the teacher is allowed;
2. a test is been given in the evening, in which case students are entitled to contact the teacher until the test is over
at whatever time that may be.

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Punctuality:

Lateness is disrespectful to the class participants and should be avoided. A student arriving 10 minutes
after a lesson’s scheduled start time will be considered late. Two late sessions will be equivalent to one absence.

Academic Honesty and Plagiarism:

All assignments must be submitted to the teacher, at the beginning of the class, on dates due whether or not the student is
present in class. Late assignments will not be accepted! Any student found copying assignments and copying during a quiz
or a test will result in the student being awarded a zero in that work. Students will be allowed to make up quizzes or tests
provided they have a valid excuse.

Plagiarism:

• Submitting or presenting another person's work as your own without proper documentation, including downloaded
information from the Internet and lab data.
• Using another student's material without prior approval.

Cheating:

• Giving or receiving information during a test, quiz, and/or class work assignment without teacher authorization.
• Using hand signals, gestures, and the like during tests or quizzes to obtain/give information.
• Using unauthorized materials during a test or quiz.

DISCLAIMER:

• Where deemed necessary, the course instructor, in timely consultation and disclosure with all students ,
may change the learning activities, assessment activities, assignments and due dates of the course.
• Where deemed appropriate, the course instructor, with prior approval from the student, may utilize any
material produced in this course for present and/or future academic purpose.
• Your continued enrollment in this course indicates your acceptance of all conditions set out by this
document.

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