Texts 1.Beginning Algebra by Streeter, Hutchison & Hoelzle , 6th Edition, McGraw Hill, Inc. 2001 2. Elementary Algebra Review by Freedman, Jackson, Licata & Sparks, 3rd Edition, McGraw Hill, Inc. 2001 Course Description This course is designed to provide the students with the basic algebraic concepts and skills necessary to meet the prerequisites for college level math courses. The course includes a quick review of the arithmetic and algebra of counting numbers, integers, and rational numbers . Main topics include: the arithmetic and factoring of polynomials, the simplifying of rational and irrational expressions, laws of exponents, solving and graphing linear equations, solving fractional and quadratic equations, solving systems of equations, and the application of these concepts to word problems. Attendance Policy There are NO excused absences. A student is required to attend all class meetings. If a class is missed the student is held responsible for the full requirements of the class. MWF classes -more than 6 class absences may result in a full grade reduction, TR classes -more than 4 class absences may result in a full grade reduction, HYBRID classes - more than 2 class absences may result in a full grade reduction. Promptness is also required. If a student misses the final exam, he will NOT be allowed to take a make up exam unless there is a documented emergency. Missing the final exam will result in an automatic failure of the course. All tests, quizzes and the final exam will be given in class, including the hybrid classes. Grading Policy Grades will be based on 3-5 exams, quizzes, and a final exam. The final exam will consist of a departmental free-response exam and the NJCBSPT. The final exam will count 25% - 50% of the final course grade. A minimum competency in elementary algebra is necessary to pass the course. There are no make up quizzes. An average of "D" is necessary to pass the course. A 90 - 100 B 80- 89 C 70-79 D 60-69 F Below 60 RV Recommended for the 4 day Algebra Review Class Cell Phone Policy All cell phones will be turned OFF during class sessions. If a cell phone is answered during a test, it will result in an automatic failure of the test. I am committed to providing reasonable accomodations for all persons with disabilities. If you have specific physical, psychiatric, or learning disabilities and require accomodations, please let me know as soon as possible to ensure that such accomodations can be implemented in a timely fashion.

Chapter 1 1.1 From Arithmetic to Algebra 1.2 Properties of Signed Numbers 1.3 Adding & Subtracting Signed Numbers 1.4 Multiplying & Dividing Signed Numbers 1.5 Evaluating Algebraic Expressions 1.6 Adding & Subtracting Terms 1.7 Multiplying & Dividing Terms Chapter 2 2.1 Solving Equations by the Addition Property 2.2 Solving Equations by the Multiplication Property 2.3 Combining the Rules to Solve Equations 2.4 Formulas & Problem Solving 2.5 Applications of Linear Equations 2.6 Solving Percent Applications 2.7 Inequalities - An Introduction Chapter 3 3.1 Exponents & Polynomials 3.3 Adding & Subtracting Polynomials 3.4 Multiplying Polynomials 3.5 Special Products 3.6 Dividing Polynomials Chapter 4 4.1 An Introduction to Factoring 4.2 Factoring Trinomials (x2 + bx + c) 4.3 Factoring Trinomials(ax2+ bx + c) 4.4 Difference of Squares 4.5 Factoring by Grouping 4.6 Using the ac Method to Factor 4.7 Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring	Chapter 5 5.1 Simplifying Algebraic Fractions 5.2 Adding & Subtracting Like Fractions 5.3. Adding & Subtracting Unlike Fractions 5.4 Multiplying & Dividing Algebraic Fractions 5.5 Equations Involving Fractions 5.6 Applications of Algebraic Fractions Chapter 6 6.1 Solutions of Equations in Two Variables 6.2 The Rectangular Coordinate System 6.3 Graphing Linear Equations Chapter 8 8.1 Systems of Linear Equations: Solving by Graphing 8.2 Systems of Linear Equations: Solving by Adding 8.3 Systems of Linear Equations: Solving by Substitution Chapter 9 9.1 Roots & Radicals 9.2 Simplifying Radical Expressions 9.3 Adding & Subtracting Radicals 9.4 Multiplying & Dividing Radicals SCHOOL CLOSING NUMBER: 559
The final examination will be administered on the college Final Exam Day!!!