Ivy Tech College Algebra - MATH 136

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Course Description

Presents an in-depth study of right triangle trigonometry, oblique triangles, vectors, graphs of trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and equations and complex numbers in rectangular and polar/trigonometric forms, rectangular and polar coordinates and conics.

Required Text and Materials

Title: Lumen OHM

Publisher: Lumen

Calculator

This class will require the use of a calculator to solve many problems. You must be able to efficiently and effectively use their calculators - especially for the Exams.

• A scientific calculator like the TI-30XS Multiview is suggested.
• A graphing calculator is not necessary, but may be used
• A Computer Algebra System-type calculator like the TI-NSpire is not allowed.
• No phone/watch/Internet-ready device calculators.
• Desmos calculator is not allowed on exams.

Course Goals

Upon completion of the course, students will…

• convert between degree measure and radian measure.
• find trigonometric function values of any angle expressed in degree or radian measure.
• solve right triangles.
• solve oblique triangles using the laws of sine and cosine.
• use and apply properties of vectors.
• graph trigonometric functions.
• utilize trigonometric identities.
• solve trigonometric equations.
• convert between rectangular and polar coordinate systems.
• apply the properties of complex numbers in rectangular and polar forms.
• determine the features of a conic section from a standard equation.
• graph circles, parabolas, ellipses and hyperbolas.
• use the above principles to solve practical applications.
• use a scientific calculator proficiently.
• use computer technology which may include the Internet, the Web, email, or computer tutorials to enhance the course objectives.

Topical Areas of Study

• Complex numbers
• Angles and trigonometric functions
• Rational functions
• Right and oblique triangles
• Rectangular and polar coordinates
• Vectors
• Graphs of trigonometric functions
• Trigonometric equations and identities
• Conics

Grading/Evaluation

All grades will be maintained in IvyLearn’s online grade book. Students are responsible for tracking their progress by referring to the online grade book. Students can generally expect to receive grades and feedback within seven days of the assignment due date. If exceptions occur, the instructor may notify students of changes to this expectation.

** Please note, the high school grading scale may be different from the Ivy Tech grading scale. The Ivy Tech grade for the course will be assigned based on the percentages above. A different high school grade might be assigned on a student's high school transcript if the grading scale percentages are different.

Types of Assignments

Type 1 Discussion Boards - 6

Each discussion will encourage students to interact with each other and the instructor. The standard intro discussion will be rolled into the first discussion in Module 1.

Type 2 Activities/Instr Choice (Reading and Video)

Each Reading/Video assignment assures the module and course objectives are reviewed by the student. Instructors have the freedom to develop assignments in conjunction with the objectives. This can include activities, worksheets or projects.

Type 3 Homework

Each homework assignment provides graded practice for students to allow for comprehension of modules and course objectives. Students will get unlimited attempts at each question providing for more interaction and practice with the material. Knowledge Checks are not time, but have due dates.

Type 4 Quizzes

Each quiz covers multiple objectives in line with modules in the course. Each quiz varies in the number of questions and total points. Each quiz has a 30 minute time limit. Quizzes may include multiple choice, true/false, and short answer questions.

Type 5 Proctored Exams

There are two proctored exams for this course_ a Mid-term Exam during Module 4 and the Final Exam during Module 8. The Final Exam is not cumulative and will only cover info covered after the Mid-term Exam. 

Each Exam will make up 30% of your overall course grade. Each Exam will have 25 questions and a 2 hour time limit. Students will be required to upload their work.

Expectations for Academic Conduct 

Student Handbook 

It is your responsibility to read the Indiana Online student handbook along with Ivy Tech's Class Policies & Grades to understand all aspects of taking an online course including expectations for academic conduct. Contact your teacher if you have any questions. 

Assistance for Students with Accommodations

Contact Disabilities Support Services (DSS)

Technology

Technology Requirements 

Students will require a computer device with headphones, a microphone, webcam, up-to-date Chrome Web Browser, and access to YouTube. Please review the Indiana Online’s Technology Requirements.

Technical Skills Needed 

Basic technology skills necessary to locate and share information and files as well as interact with others in a Learning Management System (LMS), include the ability to

• download, edit, save, convert, and upload files
• download and install software
• use a messaging service similar to email
• communicate with others in online discussion or message boards, following basic rules of netiquette
• open attachments shared in messages
• create, save, and submit files in commonly used word processing program formats and as a PDF
• save a file as a .pdf
• copy and paste and format text using your mouse, keyboard, or an html editor’s toolbar menu
• insert images or links into a file
• search for information within a document using Ctrl+F or Command+F keyboard shortcuts
• work in multiple browser windows and tabs simultaneously
• activate a microphone or webcam on your device, and record and upload or link audio and/or video files
• use presentation and graphics programs
• follow an online pacing guide or calendar of due dates
• use spell-check, citation editors, and tools commonly provided in word processing tool menus
• create and maintain usernames and passwords

Technical Questions?  Please contact the Ivy Tech Educational Technology Support.