Summer 2018 Course Syllabi

ASC 92 – Algebra Prep II 2 credits Instructor: Tracy Chisholm Course Description : This course is a beginning level algebra course. Topics covered include graphing & functions, exponents, polynomials, factoring, systems of linear equations & their applications. The class does not satisfy college graduation requirements for math. Prerequisite: ASC 91 Algebra Prep I, 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: online Instructor: Tracy Chisholm Office : Nelson Science Center, Room 112 Phone : (701) 228-5424 E-mail : tracy.chisholm@dakotacollege.edu Office Hours : by appointment Website: www.chisholmalgebraprep.weebly.com Required Text: Beginning & Intermediate Algebra 5th Edition by Tobey, Slater, Blair and Crawford with MyMathLab online learning software Pearson Publishing MyMathLab Learning Software Website : www.mymathlab.com