School of Business

Department of Mathematics and Physics

Course Name:
Elementary Mathematics
Course Code
MAT 112-XX
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Semester: Summer 2015
INSTRUCTOR & DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

1. Instructor
Name:
2. Office Room:

3. Office Hours:

4. Office Phone:

5. Email Address:

6. Department: Mathematics and Physics

7. Links: North South University Website: http://www.northsouth.edu
School of Business Website: http://www.northsouth.edu/academic/sob/

COURSE & SECTION INFORMATION

Class Time &

Location

Course Credit 3:0

Hours
Course This course provides students an overview of the fundamentals of Mathematics. It
Description develops the students’ understanding of basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry.

Course Objectives This course is designed to help students to develop competence in applying the
mathematical concepts, skills and techniques learned, to problem-solving situations in
the areas of business and economics.
Student Learning Upon the successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:
Outcomes 1. Apply the fundamental concepts of Algebra to solve basic quantitative
problems involving polynomials, factoring, rational expressions and
radicals.
2. Form linear and quadratic equations and/or inequalities based on real-
life situations and solve them.
3. Have a thorough understanding of the Cartesian co-ordinate system,
graphical relations and functions.
4. Acquirethe prerequisite knowledge and mathematical skills necessary to
undertake higher level courses which have a quantitative focus.

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LEARNING RESOURCES AND TEXTBOOK(S)

Required Text Book

Edition &
Author Publisher ISBN
Title Year
Margaret L. Lial, “Algebra and Trigonometry” 6th edition, Harper Collins 10: 0673469360/
Charles D. Miller and 2011 13:9780673469366
David I. Schneider

TEACHING STRATEGY

The class will be conducted through various activities including discussion of concepts and problem-
solving, student initiative and active involvement as well as practice of quantitative problems. Students
are expected to actively involve and to take initiative for their own learning experience.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY AND GRADING SCHEME

Grading tool
Points
Attendance 5%
Class Participation 5%
Quiz 10%
Midterm 1 25%
Midterm 2 25%
Final Exam 30%

Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Section: “Grading Policy”

CLASSROOM RULES OF CONDUCT

1. You may use your laptops in the class for class related work. Do not use your laptop for non-class
related work or in any manner that will be distracting to other students or the instructor.

2. It is imperative that the students maintain absolute discipline in class. Please set your cellular
phones to silent mode before the class lecture starts. Attendance for the day will be cancelled if
your cell phone rings in the class. Students are also expected to arrive on time for the class, as
frequent late attendance will not be accepted.

3. Academic Integrity Policy: School of Business does not tolerate academic dishonesty by its
students. At minimum, students must not be involved in cheating, copyright infringement,
submitting the same work in multiple courses, significant collaboration with other individuals
outside of sanctioned group activities, and fabrications.

Students are advised that violations of the Student Integrity Code will be treated seriously, with special
attention given to repeated offences.

Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Sections: “Disciplinary Actions” and “Procedures and
Guidelines”.

EXAMS & MAKE UP POLICY

Three quizzes will be taken (best Four out of Five will be considered). NO makeup for quizzes will be taken
under any circumstances. If a student misses any of the Midterm exams only due to extreme emergencies
(official material evidence is required), the weight of the missed exam will be transferred and added to the
weight of the final exam.

Cell phones are prohibited in exam sessions.

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ATTENDANCE POLICY

Students are required and expected to attend all classes regularly and on time and participate in class
discussions. North South University mandates to fail students who are absent 25% or more from their classes,
even if such absences are excusable. If a student misses more than two lectures, marks will be deducted for
each day of absence. Absence due to extreme situations will be considered an exception, as per the instructor’s
decision. It is the responsibility of the student to become aware of other course-related announcements missed
during an absence. Students not missing any course lectures AND exams will receive an attendance bonus of 2%
of total marks.
Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Section: “Study Principles and Policies”
COMMUNICATION POLICY

All communications should take place using the instructor’s email. Announcements in class will override any
statement made here or in any other handouts. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of any
announcements made in class.

APPROPRIATE USE POLICY

All members of the North South University community must use electronic communications in a responsible
manner. The University may restrict the use of its computers and network systems for electronic
communications subject to violations of university policies/codes or local laws or national laws. Also, the
university reserves the right to limit access to its networks through university-owned or other computers, and
to remove or limit access to material posted on university-owned computers.

STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

North South University will provide educational opportunities that ensure fair, appropriate and reasonable
accommodation to students who have disabilities/special needs that may affect their ability to participate in
course activities or meet course requirements. Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact their
instructors to ensure that their needs are met. The University through its Special Need section will exert all
efforts to accommodate special needs.

Special Needs Section

Telephones: +88-02-5566 8200 ext-1220
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Location: Room # 413/A, Admin Building (4 floor).

Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Section: “Special Needs Services”

STUDENTS SUPPORT AND LEARNING RESOURCES

A. SOB-Learning Center:
B. The University Student Learning Support Center (SLSC): These centers provide academic support services
to students at NSU. The SLSC is a supportive environment where students can seek assistance with
academic coursework, writing assignments, transitioning to college academic life, and other academic
issues. SLSC programs include: Peer Tutoring, the Writing Lab, Writing Workshops, and Academic Success
Workshops. Students may also seek confidential academic counseling from the professional staff at the
Center.

Students Learning & Support Center (SLSC)

Tel: +88-02-5566 8200 ext-1220
Fax: +88-02-8852016
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Location: Room # 413/A, Admin Building (4 floor).

Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Section: “Student Leaning Support Center”

STUDENTS COMPLAINTS POLICY

Students at North South University have the right to pursue complaints related to faculty, staff, and other
students. The nature of the complaints may be either academic or non-academic. For more information about
the policy and processes related to this policy, you may refer to the students’ handbook.

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COURSE CONTENTS &SCHEDULE

Lecture Topic Chapter

No.
1. Fundamentals of Algebra: Real Numbers Chapter 1.1

2. Fundamentals of Algebra: Exponents, Polynomials Chapter 1.2, 1.3

3. Fundamentals of Algebra: Factoring, Rational expressions Chapter 1.4, 1.5

4. Radicals, Linear equations Chapter 1.6, 2.1

5. Formulas and Applications Chapter 2.2

6. Quadratic equations, Other types of Equations 2.3,2.4

7. Inequalities Chapter 2.6

8. Midterm 1

9 Cartesian Co-ordinate systems, Graphing Relations Chapter 3.1, 3.2

10 Functions, Linear Functions Chapter 3.3, 3.4

11 Equations of a line, Symmetry Chapter 3.5. 3.6

12. Algebra of Functions, Inverse Functions Chapter 3.7, 3.8

13. Quadratic Functions Chapter 4.1

14. Synthetic Division Chapter 4.2

15. Midterm 2

16. Exponential Functions, Logarithmic Functions Chapter 5.1,5.2

17. Equations on Exponential and Logarithmic functions Chapter 5.3

18. Systems of Equations Chapter 9.1

19. Systems of Inequalities; Linear Programming Chapter 9.2

20 Matrix Solution of Linear Systems Chapter 9.3

21 Properties of Matrices Chapter 9.4

22. Determinants, Cramer’s rule Chapter 9.5, 9.6

23. Matrix Inverse Chapter 9.7

24. Review Class

25 Final Exam

Note: The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the syllabus if necessary.

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