School of

MA - 130 - Intermediate Algebra

Instructors Name

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Course Description
This course is designed for the students who need to strengthen the algebra skills
necessary to develop an appreciation of conceptual thought and to provide the background
for more advanced mathematical courses. Topics include positive, negative, zero, and
fractional exponents, operations with algebraic expressions, graphs, solving linear
equations and inequalities, and systems of equations.

Prerequisites
Satisfactory completion of Introduction to Algebra (MA-040) or proficiency in algebra as
demonstrated by scoring at least 3 on Parts D and E on the Math Placement Exam.

Learning Objectives
The student should be able to:

1. Review basic concepts of algebra.

2. Expand the ability to solve more rigorous algebraic problems using techniques of graphing
and factoring.
3. Gain proficiency with algebraic skills which are applied in more advanced courses.






Essential Questions
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Course Materials
Text(s): Intermediate Algebra, Fifth Edition, Custom Edition, John Tobey and Jeffrey
Slater
Tool(s): Instructor will recommend
Attire: [If required]

Attendance Policy
The value of a college education depends upon full participation in academic classes.
Students are expected not only to receive information and to pass examinations, but also to
participate actively in class. For that reason, regular attendance is important.


The college experience also is meant to prepare students to undertake meaningful careers
and to develop the kind of professional behavior appropriate to obtaining gainful


employment. Because excellent classroom attendance and participation are the foundation
for the attainment of these goals, Monroe College has instituted the following policy.

The College maintains that a minimum of 10% of a final grade should be based on
attendance and participation (10 points out of 100). The number of absences, regardless of
reason, that can be incurred during a semester without a full deduction from the final grade
depends upon the number of class meetings per week. Once a student has exceeded the
number of absences listed in the table below, the final grade will be lowered by a full 10
points.

Meetings per Week Absences without Full Penalty
1 3
2 5
4 7
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Acommodative Services
Monroe College is accessible to students with disabilities and admits those students whose
credentials demonstrate they have the motivation and capabilities to successfully pursue
their academic goals at the college. All students with disabilities have access to a
Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities on each campus:

Bronx Campus: Doris Weingrad; dweingrad@monroecollege.edu
New Rochelle Campus: Jill Jemmott; jjemmott@monroecollege.edu

Course Assessment
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with the assessment category

College Grading Scale

A 90-100
B+ 85-89
B 80-84
C+ 75-79
C 70-74
D+ 65-69
D 60-64
F Less than 60

Academic Integrity
Monroe College is an academic community. Its fundamental purpose is the pursuit of
knowledge in preparation for a career and for life. Essential to the success of this
educational mission is a commitment to the principles of academic integrity. Every member
of the college community is responsible for upholding the highest standards of honesty at





all times. Students, as members of the community, are also responsible for adhering to the
principles and spirit of the following Code of Academic and Scholarly Integrity.

Students who violate the Code of Academic and Scholarly Integrity may be subject to a
grade of F for the work submitted, an F in the course, written reprimands in the
students academic file, and suspension and/or dismissal from the college.

Students are expected to be fully aware of the colleges requirements and expectations
regarding academic honesty and scholarly integrity. If a student is unsure whether his
action(s) constitute a violation of the Code of Academic and Scholarly Integrity, then it is
that students responsibility to consult with the instructor to clarify any ambiguities.

Academic Dishonesty Definitions
Activities that have the effect or intention of interfering with education, pursuit of knowledge, or
fair evaluation of a students performance are prohibited. Examples of such activities include, but
are not limited to, the following definitions:

A. CHEATING: Using or attempting to use unauthorized assistance, material, or study aids in
examinations or other academic work.
B. PLAGIARISM: Using the ideas, data, or language of another without specific or proper
acknowledgment.
C. FABRICATION: Submitting contrived or altered information in any academic exercise.
D. MULTIPLE SUBMISSIONS: Submitting, without prior permission, any work submitted to fulfill
another academic requirement at Monroe or any other institutions.
E. MISREPRESENTATION OF ACADEMIC RECORDS: Misrepresenting or tampering with or
attempting to tamper with any portion of a students transcripts or academic record, either
before or after coming to Monroe College.
F. FACILITATING ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Knowingly helping or attempting to help another
violate any provision of the Code.
G. UNFAIR ADVANTAGE: Attempting to gain unauthorized advantage over fellow students in an
academic exercise.

Student Evaluations of Course and Instructor
Monroe College students have an important voice in the academic community and an obligation to
give an honest assessment of their instruction and coursework. As an expectation of every course,
students will complete an anonymous, online course evaluation questionnaire. By doing so,
students provide information used to enhance the relevance of the course content and effectiveness
of the instruction you experienced. The course evaluation period will be announced by the
Academic Office during the course of the semester

School/Program Specific Information/Policies
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Faculty Specific Policies
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