College of Tourism

Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management

COURSE SYLLABUS in
College Algebra
First Semester A.Y. 2015– 2016

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Integrity
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attitude.
I. Course Title COLLEGE ALGEBRA

II. Course Code MTH 1

III. Course Description This course deals with the fundamental concepts of algebra. It covers topic on algebra of numbers, sets, real number
system, operations with numerical and algebraic expressions, radicals, polynomials, rational expressions, linear and
quadratic equations.

IV. Course Credits 3 units

V. Prerequisite NONE

VI. General Objective: At the end of the course, the student should be able to:

1. Analyze axioms, properties and assumptions which may be used as bases in discussing algebraic principles;
1. Formulate the question in a mathematical context, set up the required mathematical procedure and carry out the
required mathematical analysis and calculations, with appropriate use of a calculator, to answer the questions.
2. Solve, evaluate and manipulate symbolic and numerical problems by applying fundamental rules, principles and
processes; and
3. Show qualities that are desirable and acceptable in a social setting, one of which is the quality of being precise and
systematic.
STUDENT OUTCOME:

No. of Specific Objectives Course Content and Specific Teaching and Learning Episodes Instructional Assessments
Hours Topics Teacher Students Materials

PRELIM PERIOD
12hrs At the end of the unit, the A. Review of Accounting Process •Discussion  Passive Listening  Lecture Notes  Class
student should be able to: 1. Orientation of the course  Interactive  Whiteboard Participation
1. State the objectives, mission and vision and Question and  Group/Indivi
activities and requirements. objectives of the university. Answer dual
2. Show keen sense of Activities/Ex
appreciation on the ercise
importance of setting  Recitation
classroom rules.  Quizzes
 Examination
3. Define and differentiate
kinds of sets 2. Sets and Set Notation  Lecture/ Discussion  Work Along
1. Kinds of Sets Activities
4. Point out sets and notations 2. Forms of a Set  Open Interaction

5. Read set notations with

precision and understanding

 Cooperative Learning
6. Categorize the subsets of 3. The Real Number System with Real Number
the real number system. 1. Properties of Real Numbers
2. Axioms of Equality System Model as End
Product
7. Identify and differentiate
the different elements of the
real number system
 8. Apply properties of 4. Numerical and Algebraic Expressions
numbers to number 1. Operations on Real Numbers
operations. 2. Order of Operations and
Grouping Symbols.
9. Apply the concept of 3. Algebraic Expressions
properties of equality to real 4. Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
numbers.

10. Perform the basic

operations on real numbers
and on algebraic expressions.

11. Simplify operations on

numerical and algebraic
expressions using ungrouping
symbols.
12. Evaluate algebraic
expressions given the values
of the variables
MIDTERM PERIOD
12 r 13. Evaluate exponential 5. Exponents and Radicals  Lecture/  Passive Listening  Lecture Notes  Class
s expressions. 1. Laws of Exponents Participation  Interactive  PPT/ Whiteboard Participation
2. Zero and Negative Exponents Question and  Group/Indivi
.
14. Simplify operations on 3. Fractional Exponents  Discussion/Illustrative Answer • Giving Assignments dual
exponents and radicals with 4. Laws of Radicals Problem Solving Activities
ease and accuracy. 5. Simplifying Radical Expressions  Recitation
6. Operations on Radicals
 Quizzes
15. Evaluate radical  Examination
expressions.
16. Express radical expression
in simplest form.
 17. Find sums, differences, 6. Operations on Polynomials
products and quotients of
polynomials
PRE-FINAL PERIOD
15 r 18. Distinguish the different 7. Special Products and Factoring  Lecture/  Passive Listening  Lecture Notes  Class
s formulas of special products. 1. The Product of Sum and Participation  Interactive  Whiteboard Participation
Difference of Two Terms.  Discussion Question and  Giving  Group/Indivi
.
19. Perform operations on 2. The Square of a Binomial.  Illustrative problem Answer assignments dual
special products with accuracy 3. The Cube of a Binomial Activities
and speed. 4. The Products of Binomials  Recitation
20. Determine the different with like Terms.
 Quizzes
types of factoring 5. Factoring Polynomials
 Examination
polynomials.

8. Rational Expressions
21. Perform operations on 1. Reducing Fractions to
rational expressions. Lowest Terms
2. Multiplication and Division.
22. Simplify complex rational 3. Addition and Subtraction
expressions. 4. Complex Rational
Expressions.

FINAL PERIOD

15Hrs. 23. Find the solution sets of 9. Linear Equations  Lecture/  Passive Listening  Lecture Notes  Class
linear equations. 1. Linear Equations in One Participation  Interactive  Whiteboard Participation
Variable.  Discussion Question and  Group/Indivi
24. Graph the line 2. Literal Equations  Illustrative Problem Answer •Giving Assignments dual
representing first-degree 3. Translation of Word Solving Activities/
equations. Problems  Recitation
4. Solving Word Problems
 Quizzes
25. Solve problems involving Involving Linear Equations.
5. Systems of Linear Equations  Examination
linear equations.

26. Analyze systems of linear
equations.
27. Solve word problems
leading to systems of linear
equations.
28. Solve equations and
systems of equations in one,
two or three unknowns.
29. Apply factoring, synthetic
division, and quadratic
formula in solving problems
of quadratic equations.
References
in Two Unknowns.
6. Systems of Linear Equations
in Three Unknowns.
10. Quadratic Equations
1. Solutions by Factoring
2. Solutions by Completing the
Square
3. Solutions by Quadratic Formula.
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Course Requirements:

A student is expected to comply with the following:

1. Must have at least 80% attendance of the prescribed number of days.

2. Obtain satisfactory ratings to the quizzes and the major examinations.
3. Submit compilation of all the requirements at the end of the semester.

Prepared by: Checked by: Approved by:

Abbygail D. Balgua Roger A. Martinez, Jr., MBA Dr. Ramon V. Guico III, DPM
Instructor Academic Head President