A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step (Chinese Proverb). For many of you, this class is one of your first steps in college mathematics. I would like for you to watch the following video about an important trait to succeed in the class:
Grit: the power of passion and perseverance
CircleIn seeks to enable students to help close learning gaps together when they exit the classroom. CircleIn is an online studying app, that allows students who are struggling to get help from their network of classmates. Students who support their peers by sharing tips and insights earn rewards like free Starbucks, free Amazon and other perks on CircleIn for being helpful.
This is good for any student to read, but especially if this is your first semester in college.
After you finish reading through all the information about the course, please go to D2L -> Course Activities -> Quizzes -> Take the mandatory introductory quiz by January 20th. You have unlimited attempts but you must take it by January 20th.
How to use some basic functions of a scientific calculator: Video
Course Document
Syllabus: 1314-1501-College Algebra Online-Syllabus-Spr20
Please click on the link above to download and print out a copy of this syllabus. Keep it in your 3-ring binder. Read carefully and make sure you understand all the class policies in the syllabus.
How to register on MyLabMath: MyLabMath Registration Instructions
Please click on the link above to download the instruction to sign up for MyLab. You can get temporarily access for now (for 7 days before you have to pay). However, eventually you must purchase the access code. MyLab Math Homework system is required for this class and you may be dropped from the class if you fail to register and/or have zeros on 4 homework assignments.
You must register by Sunday, January 26th, 2020
UPDATED COURSE CALENDAR: 1314-CollegeAlgebraOnline-CourseCalendar-Spr20 - Updated
Please click on the link above to download and print out a copy of this calendar. Keep it in your 3-ring binder to know when the tests are, etc.
Cheat sheet rule: The Official Rules of the Cheat Sheet
MAC tutoring: The Math Achievement Center (MAC) is an open Math tutoring lab located in Winship 110. Tutors are available for all math classes provided at LSC-NH and the MAC provides access to various forms of technology to support student learning and success. Students can check out laptops for use in the MAC to complete math assignments and have access to interactive projectors and desk top computers with all the software used in their math classes. Students are encouraged to use the MAC to visit with a tutor, meet with a group in one of the study rooms, or review with an instructor in the conference room.
MAC Regular Semester Hours
| Monday-Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
| 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. | 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Noon - 4 p.m. | 1 - 5:45 p.m. (Located in the Library, LB-208.) |
Useful slides and videos for Math 1314
All College Algebra Videos made by LSC North Harris: Click here
The following slides and videos are on topics similar to those you are expected to master to do well on the homework assignments and exams for this class. All the slides are copyrighted by Pearson. Most videos are made by North Harris Math faculty members.
1.5: Quadratic Equations
Slide: 1314-1.5-Slide. Videos: Solve by factoring or square root property, Solve by completing the square or quadratic formula
1.6: Other Types of Equations
Slide: 1314-1.6-Slide. Videos: Solve Polynomial Equations by Factoring, Solve Radical Equations, Solve Equations Quadratic in Form
2.1: Basics of Functions and Their Graphs
Slide: 1314-2.1-Slide. Videos: Functions-1, Functions-2, Functions-3, Functions-4
2.2: More on Functions and Their Graphs
Slide: 1314-2.2-Slide. Videos: More on Functions-1, More on Functions-2, More on Functions-3
2.5: Transformations of Functions
Slide: 1314-2.5-Slide. Videos: Transformations of Functions-1, Transformations of Functions-2, Transformations of Functions-3
2.6: Combinations of Functions; Composite Functions
Slide: 1314-2.6-Slide. Videos: 2.6-Video 1, 2.6-Video 2, 2.6-Video 3, Domain of Composite Functions
2.7: Inverse Functions
Slide: 1314-2.7-Slide. Videos: Inverse Functions-1, Inverse Functions-2
3.1: Quadratic Functions
Slide: 1314-3.1-Slide. Videos: Quadratic Functions-1, Quadratic Functions-2, Quadratic Functions-3
3.2: Polynomial Functions and Their Graphs
Slide: 1314-3.2-Slide. Videos: Polynomial Functions-1, Polynomial Functions-2, Polynomial Functions-3
3.3: Dividing Polynomials; Remainder and Factor Theorems
Slide: 1314-3.3-Slide. Videos: Dividing Polynomials-1, Dividing Polynomials-2, Dividing Polynomials-3, Dividing Polynomials-4
3.4: Zeros of Polynomial Functions
Slide: 1314-3.4-Slide. Videos: Rational Zero Theorem, Finding zeros of polynomial functions
3.5: Rational Functions and Their Graphs
Slide: 1314-3.5-Slide. Videos: Rational Function-1, Rational Function-2, Rational Function-3, Rational Function-4, More on Asymptotes and Holes
3.6: Polynomial and Rational Inequalities
Slide: 1314-3.6-Slide. Videos: Inequalities-1, Inequalities-2, Inequalities-3, Inequalities-4
4.1: Exponential Functions
Slide: 1314-4.1-Slide. Videos: Exponential Functions-1, Exponential Functions-2, Exponential Functions-3, Compound Interest Formula, Continuously Compound Interest Formula
4.2: Logarithmic Functions
Slide: 1314-4.2-Slide. Videos: Logarithmic Functions-1, Logarithmic Functions-2, Logarithmic Functions-3, Logarithmic Functions-4, Domain of Logarithmic Functions
4.3: Properties of Logarithms
Slide: 1314-4.3-Slide. Videos: Properties of Log-1, Properties of Log-2, Properties of Log-3
Class Notes
Section 1.5: 1314-1.5-Spr20
Section 1.6: 1314-1.6-Spr20
Section 2.1: 1314-2.1-1-Spr20, 1314-2.1-2-Spr20, 1314-2.1-3-Spr20
Section 2.1 (Cont): 1314-2.1-4-Spr20, 1314-2.1-5-Spr20
Section 2.2: 1314-2.2-Spr20
Section 2.5: 1314-2.5-1-Spr20, 1314-2.5-2-Spr20, 1314-2.5-3-Spr20
Section 2.7: 1314-2.7-Spr20
Section 3.1: 1314-Section3.1-Fall19
Section 3.2: 1314-3.2-1-Fall19, 1314-3.2-2-Fall19
Section 3.3: 1314-3.3-Fall19
Section 3.4: 1314-Section3.4-1-Fall19, 1314-Section3.4-2-Fall19
Section 3.5: 1314-Section3.5-1-Fall19, 1314-Section3.5-2-Fall19
Section3.6: 1314-Section3.6-1-Fall19, 1314-Section3.6-2-Fall19
Section 4.1: 1314-4.1-Fall19
Section 4.2: 1314-4.2-Fall19
Section 4.3: 1314-4.3-Fall19
Exam Reviews
Practice Test 1 with Key: 1314-Practice1-Spr20-withKey
Detailed Solution to Practice 1: 1314-Practice1-Solution-Spr20
Practice Test 2 with Key: 1314-Practice2-Spr20-withKey
Detailed Solution to Practice 2: 1314-Practice2-Solution-Spr20-Part1, 1314-Practice2-Solution-Spr20-Part2
PRACTICE TEST 3 with KEY: 1314-Practice3-Spr20-withKey
Detailed Solution: 1314-Practice3Sol-Spr20-1, 1314-Practice3Sol-Spr20-2
PRACTICE FINAL with KEY: 1314-PracticeFinal-Spr20-withKey
Detailed Solution: 1314-FinalPractice-Sol-Spr20-1, 1314-FinalPractice-Sol-Spr20-2