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TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
COURSE SYLLABUS
MAT-157 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA Part I
COURSE
DESCRIPTION:This course is the study of the real number system,linear and absolute value equations in one
variable,fractional expressions and equations,linear equations in two variables,functions,and
relations.
CREDITS/HOURS:4 credits 4 hours
PREREQUISITE:MAT-011 or MAT-012 with a grade of C or better or equivalent by testing.
GENERAL EDUCATION
COURSE:NO
STUDENT Upon successful completion of this course,the student will be able to:
LEARNING
OUTCOMES:1.Solve equations in one variable,including linear and absolute value.
2.Identify the differences between functions and relations.
3.Evaluate functions and perform operations with functions.
4.Factor algebraic expressions.
5.Simplify arithmetic and algebraic expressions and equations.
6.Solve inequalities in one variable including linear and absolute value.
ASSESSMENT Each of the above listed student learning outcomes will be assessed by:
MEASURES:1.Written assignments and/or quizzes.
2.Written examinations
3.Other,as announced by the instructor
COURSE GRADE:Students should refer to the instructor ’s grading policy which will be distributed
during the first meeting of the class.
NOTE:A COMPREHENSIVE DEPARTMENTAL FINAL EXAMINATION WILL
COUNT AS 25%OF THE COURSE GRADE.
TEXTBOOK:Intermediate Algebra,Messersmith,Vega-Rhodes,Feldman,2nd Edition,
McGraw Hill Publisher,Custom Edition for Bergen Community College
BERGEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS,SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
COURSE SYLLABUS
MAT-157 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA Part I
COURSE CONTENT:
TOPIC SECTIONS (including the “Putting It All
Together”sections)
Introduction to the Real number system
Absolute-Value Equations and Inequalities
1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4
2.1,2.3 (part 4 only),3.1,3.2,3.3
Linear Equations in Two Variables and Functions
Systems of Equations
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.5
5.1,5.2,12.5
Polynomials and Polynomial Functions 56.1,6.2 (section 1 only)5.3,6.4,6.5,
7.1,7.4
7.5 (Pythagorean Theorem Only)
ELECTRONIC
DEVICES POLICY:The Department of Mathematics prohibits the use of cellphones,laptops,
headphones,and other such devices in mathematics classes unless
otherwise specified in the grading policy provided by the instructor at
the beginning of the semester.
FACULTY CLASS CANCELLATIONS may be found at www.bergen.edu/classcancellations
ABSENCE
PROCEDURE:If a cancelled class is not listed,it should be reported to the
Mathematics Department Office or the Adjunct Office (C-107).
WEBSITE:Go to www.bergen.edu/academics/academic-divisions-departments/mathematics
for more information regarding the Mathematics Department.
STUDENT Learning Assistance Center Room:L-125 879-7489
SUPPORT Math and Science Walk-In Room:L-131 879-7489
SERVICES:Office of Specialized Services Room:L-115 612-5269
Statement on Accommodations for Disabilities
The Office of Specialized Services (Pitkin Education Center:L-115,201-612-5269,http://www.bergen.edu/oss)
promotes an inclusive environment for students with disabilities through the provision of accommodations and
auxiliary support services.Students interested in learning more about the services provided through this office are
strongly encouraged to contact OSS before the semester begins or during the first week or class to request
accommodations.Faculty and staff are available to meet with students via phone,in-person,and WebEx (online
meeting app).You can also connect by phone:201-612-5269 and email:ossinfo@bergen.edu.For more
information regarding the above,see the section entitled:Office of Specialized Services or Services for Students
with Disabilities in the current Bergen Community catalog.
BERGEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS,SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
COURSE SYLLABUS
MAT-157 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA Part I
BCC Attendance Policy:
All students are expected to attend punctually every scheduled meeting of each course in which
they are registered.Attendance and lateness policies and sanctions are to be determined by the
instructor for each section of each course.These will be established in writing on the individual
course outline.Attendance will be kept by the instructor for administrative and counseling
purposes.
BERGEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS,SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
COURSE SYLLABUS
MAT-157 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA Part I
SAMPLE COURSE CALENDAR
Intermediate Algebra-McGraw Hill
Week 1
Chapter 1
1.1 Sets of Numbers
1.2 Operations of Real numbers
Chapter 1
1.3 Exponents,Roots and Order of operation
1.4 Algebraic Expressions
Week 2
Chapter 2
2.1 Linear equations in one Variable
2.3 Solving Formulas
Chapter 3
3.1 Linear Inequalities in one variable
3.2 Compound Inequalities in one variable
Week 3
Chapter 3
3.3 Absolute value equations and inequalities
Chapter 4
4.1 Introduction to equations in Two Variables
4.2 Slope of a line and slope-intercept form
Week 4 Chapter 4
4.3 Writing the equation of a line.
Chapter 4
4.5 Introduction to Functions.
Week 5 Review
Chapters 1,2,3 and 4 Tests 1
Week 6
Chapter 5
Section 5.1 Solving systems of linear equations
in two variables
Chapter 5
Section 5.1 Solving systems of linear equations
in two variables
Week 7
Chapter 5
Section 5.2 Solving systems of linear equations
in three variables
Review Chapter 5
Week 8 Test 2
Chapter 6
Section 6.1 Rules of Exponents.
Section 6.3 Addition and Subtraction of
Polynomial Functions.
Week 9 Chapter 6
Section 6.2 (Section 1)Rules of Exponents
Chapter 6
Section 6.4 Multiplication of Polynomials and
Polynomial Functions..
Week 10
Chapter 6
Section 6.4 Multiplication of Polynomials and
Polynomial Functions.
Chapter 6
Section 6.5 Division of Polynomials and
Polynomial Functions
Week 11
Chapter 7
Section 7.1 The Greatest Common Factor and
Factoring by grouping
Chapter 7
Section 7.2 Factoring Trinomials
Week 12 Chapter 7
Section 7.2 Factoring Trinomials
Chapter 7
Section 7.3 Special Factoring Techniques
Week 13
Chapter 7
Section 7.4 Solving quadratic equations by
Factoring
Section 7.5 Pythagorean Theorem Only
Chapter 7
Section 7.4 Solving quadratic equations by
Factoring
Section 7.5 Pythagorean Theorem Only
Week 14 Review Test #3
Week 15 Review Final Exam
BERGEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS,SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
COURSE SYLLABUS
MAT-157 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA Part I