Dr. Christopher Raridan PhD in Mathematics, 2008 The University of Alabama Assistant Professor of Mathematics College of Information and Mathematical Sciences 2000 Clayton State Boulevard Morrow, Georgia 30260-0285 |
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is a symbolically intensive, functional approach to algebra that incorporates the use of appropriate technology. Emphasis will be placed on the study of linear, quadratic, piece-wise defined, rational, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs, as well as solving equations and inequalities. Appropriate applications will be included. COMMON LEARNING OUTCOMES: After successful completion of the course the student will be able to: 1. Express relationships using the concept of a function and use verbal, numerical, graphical and symbolic means to analyze a function. 2. Model situations from a variety of settings by using polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. 3. Manipulate mathematical information, concepts, and thoughts in verbal, numeric, graphical and symbolic form while solving a variety of problems which involve polynomial, exponential or logarithmic functions. 4. Apply a variety of problem-solving strategies, including verbal, algebraic, numerical and graphical techniques, to solve multiple-step problems involving equations, inequalities and systems of linear equations. 5. Shift among the verbal, numeric, graphical and symbolic modes in order to analyze functions. 6. Use appropriate technology in the evaluation, analysis and synthesis of information in problem-solving situations. |
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