Fall 2025
College Algebra
MATH 1314 and TMTH 0214 (2E1) – Fall 2025 as of: 08/24/25 College Algebra and Adv. Intermediate Algebra (CM5) CREDIT MATH 1314: 3 Semester Credit Hours (3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) TMTH 0214: 2 Semester Credit Hours (2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) MODE OF INSTRUCTION Online PREREQUISITE/CO-REQUISITE: Must be co-enrolled in MATH 1314 College Algebra and TMTH 0214. COURSE DESCRIPTION MATH 1314: In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included. TMTH 0214: A study of relations and functions, inequalities, algebraic expressions and equations (absolute value, polynomial, radical, rational), with a special emphasis on linear and quadratic expressions and equations. COURSE OBJECTIVES MATH 1314: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to 1. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of properties of functions, including domain and range, operations, compositions, and inverses. 2. Recognize and apply polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions and solve related equations. 3. Apply graphing techniques. 4. Evaluate all roots of higher degree polynomial and rational functions. 5. Recognize, solve, and apply systems of linear equations using matrices. TMTH 0214: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Define, represent, and perform operations on real and complex numbers. 2. Recognize, understand, and analyze features of a function. 3. Recognize and use algebraic (field) properties, concepts, procedures (including factoring), and algorithms to combine, transform, and evaluate absolute value, polynomial, radical, and rational expressions. 4. Identify and solve absolute value, polynomial, radical, and rational equations. 5. Identify and solve absolute value and linear inequalities. 6. Model, interpret, and justify mathematical ideas and concepts using multiple representations. 7. Connect and use multiple strands of mathematics in situations and problems, as well as in the study of other disciplines INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION Instructor: Jamie Barron Office Phone: Note that I do not have access to an office phone line. Contact me through the Messages tab in Blackboard. Office Hours: Virtual - contact me through the Messages tab on Blackboard Email: ***Communication for the course will be through the Messages tab on Blackboard)*** Only email if you do NOT have access to Blackboard: jhbarron@lit.edu REQUIRED TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS 1. MyMathLab Standalone Access – it is best to sign up through Blackboard. In the MATH 1314 Blackboard course - see “LIT Student Registration Instructions for MyLab” NOTE: One code will work for both MATH 1314 and TMTH 0214. 2. There is NO TEXTBOOK for this class but you will be responsible for printing out the class notes and exercises (located in Blackboard). 3. A basic scientific calculator You will NOT be allowed to use a graphing calculator or your device's calculator. 4. A binder, notebook paper, graph paper, a folder, pencils, erasers, and a ruler. Optional: highlighters ATTENDANCE POLICY This is an online course - you are required to log into the course three times a week. DROP POLICY If you wish to drop a course, you are responsible for initiating and completing the drop process. If you stop coming to class and fail to drop the course, you will earn an “F” in the course. GRADE SCALE MATH 1314 • 90-100 A • 80-89 B • 70-79 C • 60-69 D • 0-59 F TMTH 0214 • 90 – 100 DA • 80 – 89 DB • 70 – 79 DC • 0 – 69 DF COURSE EVALUATION Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria: MATH 1314 • Tests 60% • Assignments 20% • Core Assessment 20% TMTH 0214 • Assignments 100% • There is no Core Assessment or Tests ADDITIONAL COURSE POLICIES/INFORMATION Check Blackboard OFTEN for Announcements and due dates. Late work will NOT be accepted. Extra credit is NOT available for this course. • This is an online course – all assignments (except for the Final Exam) are open from the first day of class until the due date. Work ahead, but do not fall behind. • It is the student’s responsibility to make sure all technology is working (including the device and internet/Wi-Fi) and have a backup plan in case issues arise. • Due dates will NOT be extended due to falling behind, traveling, technical issues (unless it is an established issue with Blackboard or MyMathLab – then students will be notified of the issues through Announcements in Blackboard). • If you have an emergency (hospital, death in the family, etc.) you MUST send the instructor documentation through the Messages tab on Blackboard. The instructor will then make a determination on extra time. Note that the instructor does not have a physical office at Lamar Institute of Technology. • Contact the instructor through the Messages tab on Blackboard (NOT by email). • The Instructor will respond within 24 hours (possibly longer if it is the weekend). • Virtual office hours are by appointment only. COURSE CALENDAR Platform TMTH 0214 ASSIGNMENTS (Online Class) DUE DATE (subject to change) Blackboard Course Introductions SUNDAY 8/31/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab Netiquette and MyMathLab Orientation Assignment MyMathLab Module 1-3 Operations on Rational Numbers MyMathLab Module 1-4 Properties of Real Numbers MyMathLab Module 1-5 Order of Operations and Exponents MyMathLab Module 1-6 Simplifying Algebraic Expressions SUNDAY 9/7/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab Module 4-1 Greatest Common Factor and Factor by Grouping Module 4-2 Factoring Trinomials Part A MyMathLab Module 4-3 Factoring Trinomials Part B MyMathLab Module 4-4 Factoring Special Products SUNDAY 9/14/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab Module 4-5 Solve Polynomial Equations by Factoring MyMathLab Module 7-1 Solve Quadratic Equations By Factoring MyMathLab Module 7-2 Solve Quadratic Equ. by Completing the Square MyMathLab Module 7-3 Solve Quadratic Equ. by Using the Quad. Formula SUNDAY 9/21/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab Module 8-1 Relations MyMathLab Module 8-2 Introduction to Functions MyMathLab Module 8-3 Functions and Their Graphs ***You have now completed the assignments for TMTH 0214 - Adv Intermediate Algebra ***Proceed to the assignments in MATH 1314 – College Algebra on the next page. COURSE CALENDAR Platform MATH 1314 ASSIGNMENTS and TESTS (Online Class) DUE DATE (subject to change) MyMathLab 1.1 Linear Equations SUNDAY 9/28/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 1.2 Quadratic Equations MyMathLab 1.3 Complex Numbers MyMathLab 1.4 Radical Equations SUNDAY 10/5/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 1.5 Solving Inequalities MyMathLab 1.6 Equations and Inequalities Involving the Absolute Value MyMathLab Chapter 1 Test SUNDAY 10/12/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 2.1 The Distance and Midpoint Formula MyMathLab 2.2 Graphs of Equations MyMathLab 2.3 Lines SUNDAY 10/19/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab Chapter 2 Test MyMathLab 3.1 Functions MyMathLab 3.2 The Graph of a Function MyMathLab 3.3 Properties of Functions SUNDAY 10/26/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 3.4 Library of Functions MyMathLab Chapter 3 Test MyMathLab 4.1 Properties of Linear Functions and Linear Models SUNDAY 11/2/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 4.3 Quadratic Functions and Their Properties MyMathLab Chapter 4 Test MyMathLab Core Assessment Activity SUNDAY 11/9/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 5.1 Polynomial Functions MyMathLab 5.5 Polynomial and Rational Inequalities MyMathLab 5.6 The Real Zeros of a Polynomial Function SUNDAY 11/16/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 5.7 Complex Zeros MyMathLab Chapter 5 Test MyMathLab 6.1 Composite Functions SUNDAY 11/23/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 6.2 One-to-One Functions; Inverse Functions MyMathLab 6.3 Exponential Functions MyMathLab 6.4 Logarithmic Functions WEDNESDAY, 12/3/25 at 11:59pm MyMathLab 6.5 Properties of Logarithms MyMathLab Final Review MyMathLab Final Exam Open: THURSDAY 12/4/25-TUESDAY 12/9/25 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: • For technical issues - helpdesk@lit.edu (409) 839-2074 • For online academic concerns - distanced@lit.edu (409) 880-7432 • Pearson Publishing (for MyMathLab problems) https://mlm.pearson.com/northamerica/mymathlab/students/support/index.html TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS The latest technical requirements, including hardware, compatible browsers, operating systems, etc. can be online at https://lit.edu/online-learning/online-learning-minimum-computer-requirements. 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