College Algebra and Trigonometry I

OLD EXAMS      |      SYLLABUS       |      RECITATION
 
MATH001 COURSE DESCRIPTION

The first course in the Preparatory Year Math Program is Math 001 (College Algebra and Trigonometry I) which contains standard topics of college algebra. 

The program aims to:
  1. Reinforce and Review the student’s knowledge of mathematical and analytical skills through the medium of English.
  2. Develop student’s writing skills in Math through interrelated logical procedures.
  3. Provide students with the ability to use their understanding to produce and communicate mathematics.
  4. Prepare students to apply Math skills in advanced degree programs.
  5. Prepare students to acquire a solid foundation in algebra and trigonometry.
  6. Shape students’ Mathematics study habits by emphasizing useful Math study habits and skills that will facilitate their academic success at KFUPM.

The program is designed such that students are continuously involved in lectures, class work, and self-learning activities, mainly solving problems during the recitation classes and through weekly online assignments and knowledge tests to enable them to master course topics through a continuous cycle of mastery, knowledge retention, and positive feedback. Peer tutoring is an essential component of the learning process, weekly training in-person sessions and online sessions are conducted in which students can enhance their knowledge and have the opportunity to share and exchange ideas with fellow students and their instructors. Moreover, students can benefit from resources made available through the LMS (Blackboard) by their instructors and the Prep-Math Program.

 
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the Prep-Year Math 001 course, a student should be able to:
  1. Find the equations of lines, and circles and implement their related concepts. 
  2. Identify the functions and their properties. 
  3. Perform algebraic operations on real and complex numbers, algebraic expressions, and functions. 
  4. Solve linear, nonlinear, and absolute value equations and inequalities. 
  5. Sketch and analyze the graphs of equations and functions in the coordinate plane. 
  6. Apply the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra and its related theorems. 
  7. Formulate word problems mathematically.  

SKILLS AND VALUES
  1. Critical Thinking
  2. Problem-Solving 
  3. Team-Work 
  4. E-Learning 
  5. Self-Confidence 
  6. Cooperation 
STUDY RESOURCES
  1. Textbook Examples and Exercises
  2. Lecture Notes
  3. Home-Work (ALEKS) through Blackboard. 
  4. Old Exam Questions
  5. Online video courses

Important study recourses are available on the Prep-Math Program Link on Blackboard (BB)

 

RULES AND REGULATIONS
Attendance
  • Every 5 registered late will convert into 1 absent. 
  • A student is registered absent in a class if he joins after 10 minutes or he did not attend.  
  • A student is registered as late in a class if he joins within 10 minutes from the start of the class time. 
  • A student will receive 1st warning if he has 3 unexcused absences. 
  • A student will receive 2nd warning if he has 6 unexcused absences. 
  • A student will be awarded a ‘DN’ grade if he reaches 8 unexcused absences.  
  • A student will be awarded a ‘DN’ grade if he reaches 11 total absences.  
  • Starting from the fifth absence, 
  • 1/2 point will be deducted from the student’s total grade for each absence onward.   
  • It’s the responsibility of the student to keep a record of his absences. Students will have only one week to submit their official excuses to the office of the Assistant Dean, Prep Year Affairs. 
Missing an Exam 
No makeup exam will be given under any circumstance. When a student misses Exam I or Exam II for a legitimate reason (such as medical emergencies), his grade for this exam will be determined based on the Department’s policy. Furthermore, the student must provide an official excuse within one week of the missed exam. “The same applies to the quizzes and class Tests”.

Change of Section  
  • Change of section is NOT allowed. 
Passing and Failing Rules 
  • The passing grade is “D”
Lectures and Recitation 
Three lectures and one recitation per week (50 minutes).  In recitation class, students should interact with their instructor to solve the recitation questions related to the material covered in lectures.  

 
GRADES AND ASSESSMENT POLICY
SR#MATH 001
ASSESSMENT AND GRADES POLICY T241		TOTAL WEIGHT
1. CLASS-WORK
  • 5 written quizzes (15 points)
  • 1 written class test (5 points)
  • Classwork average for each section = x                                                 x = average (Exam1 & Exam 2)/20
 20%
2.Active Learning Activities3%
3.Online Homework on ALEKS7%
4.Major Exam 1 (20 MCQ)20%
5.Major Exam II  (20 MCQ)20%
6.Final Comprehensive Exam (30 MCQ)

30%


EXAM SCHEDUL
First Exam 29 SEPTEMBER 2024 (P.2-P.7)  
Second Exam 3 NOVEMBER 2024 (P.8-2.3)
Final Exam 25 December, 2024

 

SERVICES AND EVENTS
  • Office hours  
  • Online video lecturers  
  • Help Sessions    
  • Student Peer program   
  • RAM Contest (Real-life Application in Mathematics ) 
  • Factorization Contest 
  • 1 MBA Contest 2024 (1 Minute Basic Algebra)

TEXTBOOK  
Algebra Trigonometry, Stewart, Redlin and Watson, Fourth edition. An online textbook version is available in ALEKS.