Spring 2017 Course Syllabi

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ASC 93 – Algebra Prep III
2 credits
Instructor: Tracy Chisholm
Course Description: This course is a beginning level algebra course. Topics covered include
equations, inequalities, applications, factoring, rational expressions & equations, and rational exponents
& radicals. The class does not satisfy college graduation requirements for math.
Prerequisite: ASC 92 Algebra Prep II, placement by math placement test or instructor approval.
Course Objectives: It is expected that students will be able to:
• Perform basic algebraic operations using positive and negative numbers, fractions, and
exponents. Demonstrate an understanding of terms and rules used in algebra.
• Utilize problem-solving strategies to solve problems.
• Simplify expressions & solve equations and inequalities.
• Factor using greatest common factor, factor by grouping, and factor trinomials.
• Plot points, graph linear equations, and find slope of a line.
• Analyze and solve various types of math problems
Utilize a hand-held calculator when solving algebra problems
• Gain the skills needed to participate in a college algebra course
Class Schedule: MTWF 1st 8-weeks 1:00pm – 1:50pm
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
NSC 126 NSC 125 NSC 126 NSC 126
1-1:50pm 1-1:50pm 1-1:50pm 1-1:50pm
Instructor: Tracy Chisholm
Office: Nelson Science Center, Room 112
Phone: (701) 228-5424
E-mail:
Office Hours: Mon-Wed 3-4pm and Thursday 9-11am or by appointment
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