Echeverria, Daniel

KEY CONCEPTS COVERED IN CLASS INCLUDE:

Solving equations
        Polynomial
        Exponential
        Logarithmic
        Rational
        Radical
Graphing functions
        Polynomial
        Exponential
        Logarithmic
        Rational
        Radical
       
Conic Sections
Complex Numbers
            Solving Systems of equations and inequalities, including elementary Linear Programming
        Factoring Techniques, especially their connection to the zeros of a function
        Matrices -- operations and applications
        Sequences and Series -- including recursively defined sequences
        Calculation of the area of "irregular shapes"
        Curve Fitting
        Topics in Discrete Math
        Fractals and Dynamic Systems

Homework

1.     Read the text carefully before attempting the homework problems

• Learn the vocabulary -CHECK THE WORD WALL HEADING
• Study the examples

2.     Review your class notes and fill in the missing details on a nightly basis

3.     Do your homework problems thoroughly each night and bring your questions to class. Write out the questions. 

Class

1.     Ask questions in class about your homework concerns

2.     Correct your homework based on class discussions

3.     Take good class notes

4.     Be engaged in the work of the class

5.     Have all of your equipment (pencil, calculator, notebook, etc.) each day

Test and Quiz Preparation

1.     Review your homework

2.     Review your class notes

3.      Review examples given in class

4.     Come for extra help – SEE TUTORING SCHEDULE ON THE BOARD OR DOOR

5.   Tutoring is also available at the library

GRADING

40 %  Assignments

20 %  Quizzes

20 %  Tests

10 %  Group Assessments

10 %  Final