Spring 2026
Developmental Mathematics
Advanced Intermediate Algebra (TMTH 0214) INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION Instructor: James Jean Email: jjean@lit.edu (Preferred) Office Phone: (409) 880-8321 Office Location: T5 Rm. 103 Office Hours: MW: 8:00 – 9:00; 11:00 – 12:30 TR: 8:00 – 9:30 F: 8:30 – 9:00; 11:00 – 12:30 CREDIT: 2 Semester Credit Hours (2 hours lecture) MODE OF INSTRUCTION Online Prerequisite/Co-requisite: • A score of 336-349 on the TSI-Assessment placement test. • Must be co-enrolled in MATH 1314 College Algebra. Course Description 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. Required Textbook and Materials 1. ALEKS Access Code a. May be obtained through Eagle Learning Essentials (Link is on Blackboard) 2. A basic scientific calculator; please check with your individual instructor as to the specific type of calculator required. Course Objectives 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. Grade Scale 90 – 100 DA 80 – 89 DB 70 – 79 DC 0 – 69 DF Course Evaluation Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria: TMTH 0214 Course Assignments 40% TMTH 0214 Tests (Tests 1 & 2) 60% Course Requirements 1. The student must purchase all of the required course materials. 2. The student will be expected to have access to the Internet and a computer. 3. Blackboard and MyMathLab logon and access to course a minimum of four times per week. 4. Additional course requirements as defined by the individual course instructor. Course Policies 1. Cheating of any kind will not be tolerated. 2. Additional class policies as defined by the individual course instructor. 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. A functional broadband internet connection, such as DSL, cable, or WiFi is necessary to maximize the use of online technology and resources. Disabilities Statement The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are federal anti-discrimination statutes that provide comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, these statutes require that all students with documented disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodations for their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator at (409) 880-1737 or visit the office in Student Services, Cecil Beeson Building. You may also visit the online resource at http://www.lit.edu/depts/stuserv/special/defaults.aspx COURSE CALENDAR (Dates and assignments subject to change with or without notice) Week of Assignment Due Date 1/20 Course Introduction and policies. R.1: Operations on Fractions R.2: The Set of Real Numbers R.3: Simplifying Numerical Expressions 2/10 1/26 1.1: Algebraic Expressions and Models 1.2: Linear Equations in One Variable 1.5: Linear and Compound Inequalities 1.6: Absolute Value Equations 2/10 2/2 1.7: Absolute Value Inequalities 2.1: Integer Exponents and Scientific Notation 2.2: Operations on Polynomials 2.3: Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by Grouping 2/10 2/9 2.4: Factoring Trinomials 2.5: Factoring Binomials 3.1: Introduction to Radicals and Their Simplification Test 1 (TMTH 0214) Sections: R.1 – R.3, 1.1 – 1.7, 2.1 – 2.3 Homework due on 2/10. Test 1 due on 2/11. 2/16 3.2: Multiplying Radicals and Rationalizing the Denominator 3.4: Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring 3.5: Solving Quadratic Equations by the Square Root Property 4.1: Multiplication and Division of Rational Expressions 3/4 2/23 4.2: Addition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions 4.5: Rational Exponents (End of TMTH 0214 Material) 3.3: Complex Numbers (Beginning of MATH 1314 Material) 3.6: Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic Formula 3/4 3/2 Test 2 (TMTH 0214) Sections: 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.5 4.3: Rational Equations 4.6: Radical Equations and Equations with Rational Exponents Test 2 due on 3/5. Homework due on 4/1. 3/9 Spring Break – Campus Closed. 4/1 3/16 4.7: Equations in Quadratic Form 5.1: The Rectangular Coordinate System and Graphing Utilities 5.3: Functions and Relations 4/1 3/23 5.4: Linear Equations in Two Variables and Linear Functions 6.1: Transformations of Graphs Test 3 (MATH 1314) Sections: 3.3, 3.6, 4.3, 4.6, 5.1, 5.3 4/1 3/30 6.2: Symmetry and Piecewise-Defined Functions 6.4: Algebra of Functions and Function Composition 7.1: Quadratic Functions and Applications 4/1 4/6 7.2: Introduction to Polynomial Functions 7.3 Division of Polynomials and the Remainder and Factor Theorems 7.4: Zeros of Polynomials 4/13 8.1: Introduction to Rational Functions 8.2: Graphs of Rational Functions 9.1: Inverse Functions 5/5 4/20 9.2: Exponential Functions 9.3: Logarithmic Functions Test 4 (MATH 1314) Sections: 5.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.4, 7.1 – 7.4, 8.1, 8.2, 9.1 5/5 4/27 9.4: Properties of Logarithms 9.5: Exponential Equations and Applications 9.6: Logarithmic Equations and Applications 5/5 5/4 11.1: Solving Systems of Linear Equations Using Matricies Test 4 due on 5/6. 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