]> Math V04 Math V04 MATHEMATICS SPRING 2009 3 3 third-semester algebra which the intent is to teach university-level concepts that will be useful in more advanced courses previous exposure to algebraic concepts and techniques covers linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; functions, including graphing, compositions, and inverses; an examination of common function classes, including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; conic sections; theory of equations (with emphasis on finding zeros of polynomial functions); the binomial theorem, and mathematical induction instruction in proper notation, word problems, calculator use, and emphasizes the importance of acquiring good study skills apply transformations to graph functions; analyze functions and their graphs; and analyze polynomial functions and equations Tuesday/Thursday 12:30–1:50 p.m. in room SCI-229 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 V03 or equivalent how to solve linear equations and systems, graph quadratic functions and conic sections, solve quadratic equations, work with radicals, logarithms, exponential functions, and complex numbers, and work with function ideas such as domain, range, compositions, and inverses R. Blitzer College Algebra Fourth 0536268193 or 0132191415 1.2 through 1.7, 2.1 through 2.8, 3.1 through 3.4, 3.6, 4.1 through 4.5, 5.4, 6.5, 7.1 through 7.3, and 8.1 through 8.3 in whole or in part as indicated in the homework assignments The calculator must be capable of evaluating powers, roots, exponentials, and logarithms The Department of Mathematics recommends that students in this course 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-229, 12:30–2:30 p.m., Thursday 14 May