Southeast Missouri State University
Department of Mathematics Course No. MA095
Title of Course: Intermediate Algebra Revision: Fall 2008
I. Catalog Description and Credit Hours of Course:
Polynomials, factoring, equations and inequalities in one and two variables, rational
expressions, rational exponents, quadratic equations, and systems of linear equations. (3)
II. Prerequisite(s):
MA 090 with a grade of 'C' or higher, or ACT Math subscore of 18-20, or ACT Math
subscore of 17 or below with MA 090 placement score of 11 or higher.
III. Purposes or Objectives of the Course:
To prepare students for college level mathematics.
IV. Expectations of Students:
A. Attend class
B. Participate in classroom activities
C. Do assigned homework
D. Pass tests
V. Course Outline:
Chapter Sections Topics No. TR periods No. MWF periods
1 Ch. 1 Real Numbers and Algebraic
Expressions
0.5 1
2 2.1 – 2.7 Equations, Inequalities, and
Problem Solving
4 6
3 3.1 – 3.5, 3.7 Graphs of Functions 4 6
4 4.1 Systems of Equations 0.5 1
5 5.1 – 5.8 Exponents, Polynomials 5 7
6 6.1 –6.4, 6.6 Rational Expressions 3 5
7 7.1 – 7.7 Rational Exponents,
Radicals, Complex Numbers
4.5 7
8 8.1, 8.2, 8.5,
8.6
Quadratic Equations and
Functions
3 4
Review 2.5 4
Exams 3 3
Total 30 44
VI. Textbook: Martin-Gay, K. E. (2009) Intermediate Algebra (5th ed.), Upper Saddle River,
NJ: Pearson - Prentice Hall Publishing, Inc.
VII. Basis of Student Evaluation: Suggested Percent
A. Hour examinations 60%
B. Homework assignments, classroom participation 10%
C. Quizzes 10%
D. Final examination 20%
