DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY DASMARIAS

College of Science and Computer Studies

Mathematics Department

COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title COLLEGE ALGEBRA
Course Code MATH110
No. of Units 3
Prerequisite None

I. COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course covers topics on sets of real numbers, operations on algebraic expressions, radicals, complex numbers, equations and inequalities,
relations, algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions, and, systems of linear equations and inequalities. It focuses on the development of algebraic
skills and stresses problem-solving rather than theorem-proving methods. This course provides foundations for life-long skills in quantitative reasoning. As
a result of successfully completing this course you will have an acceptable level of mastery necessary for the succeeding mathematics courses in your
field of specialization.

II. DESIRED LEARNING RESULTS

Expected Lasallian
Graduate Attributes By the end of the course, you will be able to:
(ELGA)
Exhibit the spirit of Faith in God and on oneself by believing that even the most difficult problems can be learned
God-Loving and solved with hard work and honesty.
Demonstrate the spirit of Zeal by responding positively and logically to mathematical problem solving by
considering it as a blueprint of solving actual difficulties in the real world.
Manifest the spirit of Communion by synergistically cooperating with others, practicing initiative and helpfulness in
accomplishing individual and group tasks.
Has Passion for Appreciate that attention to details, organized work and promptness are of prime importance in any mathematics
Excellence course and mediocrity cannot be an acceptable trait.
Ensure accuracy of concrete solution to real-life problems.
Embody confidence yet maintaining humility in dealing with work presentation.
Analyze and offer reasonable solution to prevalent community and national issues using an appropriate
Patriotic mathematical approach.
Optimize and responsibly use the available resources to further appreciate and improve the wealth of ones
community.
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III. PERFORMANCE TASK : ALGEBRA EXPLORATIONS: MATHEMATICAL MODELING OR MANIPULATIVES

At the end of the course, you should be able to work with at most eight (8) of your classmates to use the concepts of Algebra in mathematical
modeling /manipulatives. The students will be provided with an activity sheet to help them with the accomplishment of the project. The rubric for
assessment of the final product/performance task, divided into three Expected Lasallian Graduate Attributes (ELGA) i.e. God-loving, has passion for
excellence, and patriotic, should be an agreement between the subject teacher and the students. It will be discussed during the first meeting of the class.

IV. ASSESSMENT (GRADING SYSTEM)

CRITERIA PERCENTAGE
Major Exam 30%
Class Performance (Includes Activities done inside the classroom, i.e. Recitation, Quizzes, Semestral grade = (Prelim grade +
Seat/Board work, Oral reporting) Midterm grade + Final term
70% grade)/3
Class Participation (includes Activities done outside the classroom, i.e. Assignments,
Projects, Research output and Final product/Performance task, Field trips, Seminars)
TOTAL 100%
V. COURSE OUTLINE

INTRODUCTORY TOPICS (PRELIMINARY PERIOD)

TOPICS HOURS TEACHING STRATEGY
PREREQUISITES 18 Learning by discovery, chalk-
a. Real Numbers and Their Properties board lecture & discussion,
b. Exponents and Radicals students solve the problems
c. Polynomials and Special Products using variety of solutions
d. Factoring Polynomials
e. Rational Expressions Teacher explains the required
f. Rectangular Coordinate System and Graphs Performance Tasks (PT)
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Identify lesson from Gospel
reading, lectures, unrecorded
seatwork only for practice,
quizzes, long tests/ exams,
assignments, drills and
practice exercises (either
alone, in pairs or in groups)

1. EQUATIONS , INEQUALITIES, AND MATHEMATICAL Teacher gives immediate Submission of proposal for
MODELING feedback and suggests further Performance Task
1.1 Graphs of Equations improvements on the PF.
1.2 Linear Equations in One Variable
1.3 Quadratic Equations with Applications
1.4 Other Types of Equations
1.5 Linear and Non Linear Inequalities

ENABLING TOPICS (MIDTERM PERIOD)

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TOPICS HOURS TEACHING STRATEGY LEARNING ACTIVITIES

2. FUNCTIONS AND THEIR GRAPHS 18 Learning by discovery, chalk- Identify lesson from Gospel
2.1 Linear Equations in Two Variables board lecture & discussion, reading, lectures,
2.2 Functions students solve the problems seatworks for practice only,
2.3 Transformations of Functions using variety of solutions quizzes, long tests/ exams,
2.4 Combinations of Functions Advising; Facilitating PT assignments, drills and
2.5 Inverse Functions Presentation practice exercises (either
alone, in pairs or in groups).
3. POLYNOMIALS FUNCTIONS.
3.1. Quadratic Functions and Models Submission of final PT by the
3.2. Polynomial Functions of Higher Degree Group presentation of the
3.3. Polynomial and Synthetic Division PT.
3.4. Zeros of Polynomial Functions

CULMINATING TOPICS (FINAL TERM PERIOD)

TOPICS HOURS TEACHING STRATEGY LEARNING ACTIVITIES
4. RATIONAL FUNCTIONS. 18 Learning by discovery, chalk- Gospel reading, lectures,
4.1. Rational Functions and Asymptotes board lecture & discussion, seatwork, quizzes, long
4.2. Graphs of Rational Functions students solve the problems tests/ exams, assignments,
4.3. Modeling with Exponential and Logarithmic Functions using variety of solutions drills and practice exercises
(either alone, in pairs or in
5. EXPONENTIAL AND LOGARITHMIC FUNCTIONS groups)
5.1. Exponential Functions and Their Graphs
5.2. Logarithmic Functions and Their Graphs.
5.3. Properties of Logarithms

6. SYSTEMS OF EQUATIONS AND INEQUALITIES

6.1. Linear and Nonlinear Systems of Equations
6.2. Two-Variable Linear Systems
6.3. Multivariable Linear Systems
6.4. Systems of Inequalities

VI. COURSE POLICIES

1. The maximum allowable number of hours of absences inclusive of tardiness is 11. All absences after that shall mean excessive absences
and a grade of 0.00. Refer to policies on attendance in your student handbook.
2. Your assignments should be submitted after the attendance is checked or as specified by your teacher.
3. An approved absence shall be treated accordingly based on the provisions on your student handbook. You have to inform your teacher
immediately upon return to school to set a schedule for this purpose.
4. Special major exams are scheduled one week after the administration of the major exams. Refer to the policies on special major exams in
your student handbook.
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5. Exemption in the final examination will be based on CSCS policy on exemptions.

6. Cheating will not be tolerated. Refer to policies on cheating in your student handbook.
7. Instructors/Professors are not authorized to collect any cash from the students for any purpose (i.e. material reproduction of notes or test
papers, cost of field trips). When necessary, all payments must be coursed through any of your class officers or through the Accounting Office.
8. Classroom Courtesy: (1) the use of cellular phones and other electronic gadgets during class hours and examination are prohibited unless
a special permission is sought; (2) eating, drinking and wearing of caps inside the classroom are prohibited.
VII. REFERENCES

Call Number
Material
or e-provider
Larson,Ron and Hostetler,R. (2013) Algebra 8th Edition. Cengage Learning Asia Pte. Ltd.( for CLA and CBA
QA 154.3 .L329c 2013
students)
Larson,R.,and Hostetler,R.(2013) Algebra and Trigonometry. 8th Edition. Cengage Learning.(for CEAT and CSCS
QA 154.3 .L329g 2013
students)
QA 154.3 .L329a 2012 Larson Ron (2012) Algebra and Trigonometry:Real Mathematics,Real People.6th Edition. Cengage Learning
QA 154.3 .B264 2011 Barnett Raymond.(2011) College Algebra .9th Edition . McGraw-Hill
QA 152.3 .St49 2010b James Stewart (2010) College Algebra . 5th Edition. Cengage Learning Asia Pte.
Pichette, Jean .(2006). Implicit and explicit linear system use in the solving of word problems with algebra by 14 to 15
ProQuest
year-old students
ProQuest Rider, Robin Elaine (1980). Mathematics in the Enlightenment : A Study of Algebra, 1685-1800.

Prepared: Endorsed: Approved:

Mathematics Department ENGR. MA. THERESA CHRISTINE C. VALDEZ JOHNNY A. CHING, PhD
First Semester, SY 2014-2015 Chair, Mathematics Department Dean, College of Science and Computer Studies

cf. VCAR, AEA, COS, MsD Curriculum Development Committee, file