]> Math V01 Math V01 MATHEMATICS SPRING 2009 5 5 first algebra a basic background in arithmetic reviews fractions, signed numbers, and number properties, and then introduces solving equations and inequalities, exponents, polynomials (including factoring), rational expressions, graphing and functions, systems of linear equations, roots and radicals, and quadratic equations instruction in proper notation, word problems, calculator use, and emphasizes the importance of acquiring good study skills evaluate expressions and perform operations over the set of real numbers; perform basic operations on polynomials; graph linear equations and inequalities; factor polynomials; determine a linear equation from graphical data; solve ratio, proportion, and variation problems; solve systems of equations; and solve applied word problems Tue./Thu. 8:30–10:20 a.m., and Wed. 9:30–10:20 a.m., in room SCI-230 SCI-358 (north end of SCI building, third floor) Tuesday 2:00–3:00 p.m., Wednesday 1:00–2:30 p.m., and Friday 9:30–10:30 a.m. Tutorial Center (first floor of LRC across the hall from the BEACH) Monday 7:00–8:30 p.m. Math Center (Room SCI-223) Math V10 or equivalent how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide rational numbers, solve basic application problems, identify constants, variables, like terms, and polynomials, evaluate algebraic expressions, solve simple linear equations and inequalities, and graph linear equations on a Cartesian coordinate system M. Lial Beginning Algebra Second Custom Edition (for VC) or Tenth 053645499X or 0321437268 1 through 7, plus portions of 8 and 9 as time permits, in numerical order The calculator must be capable of evaluating powers and roots The Department of Mathematics recommends that students planning to continue beyond Math V03 acquire a graphing calculator, such as the TI-82, TI-83, or TI-84 N 19 January, 13–16 February, and 3–10 April Friday 23 January (or Sunday 25 January via Webstar) Friday 23 January (or Sunday 25 January via Webstar) Friday 6 February Friday 6 February Tuesday 17 February Friday 24 April Room SCI-230, 7:30–9:30 a.m., Tuesday 19 May