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ALGEBRA II WITHOUT TRIGONOMETRY
COURSE SYLLABUS
TEACHER: Donna Heptinstall
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Algebra II provides a more in-depth treatment of
algebraic concepts presented in Algebra I while introducing several higher-
level topics. Quadratic equation, function graphing, systems of equations,
and inequalities are topics expanded in this course. Sequences and series,
complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, and matrices are
introduced. Statistics and probability topics include determinations of
regression line and application of counting principles. This course does
not satisfy the requirement of the Advanced Academic Diploma.
PREREQUISITES: Algebra I and Geometry or their equivalency
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1) Determine the relationships among the subsets of complex numbers.
2) Simplify expressions involving complex numbers, using order of
operations and including conjugate and absolute value.
3) Analyze families of functions, including shifts, reflections, and
dilations.
4) Determine approximate real zeros of functions graphically and
numerically and exact real zeros of polynomial functions.
5) Identify the characteristics of quadratic functions from their
roots, graphs, or equations.
6) Perform operations on functions, including additions, subtraction,
multiplication, division, and composition.
7) Solve equations, inequalities, and applied problems involving
absolute values, radicals, and quadratics over the complex numbers, as well
as exponential and logarithmic functions.
8) Solve systems of linear equations or inequalities in two variables
using algebraic techniques, including those involving matrices.
9) Solve coordinate geometry problems using algebraic techniques.
10) Use different forms of representations to compare characteristics of
data gathered from two populations.
11) Determine an equations of linear regressions from a set of data.
12) Calculate probabilities of events using the laws of probability.
CLASS EXPECTATIONS
1) Have a good, positive attitude.
2) Follow all school rules. If in doubt, consult the handbook.
3) Always bring materials to class – pencil, paper, graph paper, etc.
4) Be on time for each class.
5) Try to keep absences to a minimum.
TEXT: Glencoe Algebra 2
MATERIALS:
1) 3-ring binder
2) tab dividers (3)
3) Wide ruled paper
4) Pencils – no pens allowed for math work!!!!
5) Scientific calculator
6) Graph paper
GRADING PROCEDURES:
1) Grades are computed by the ratio (points earned/points possible).
2) Make-up work should be completed within 3 days.
3) Make-up tests will be taken at 7:00 a.m. unless otherwise
prearranged.
4) Homework is assigned on most days and is due the next school day.
5) Work must be shown on every problem. (No work – No credit!)
6) Name, class period, date and assignment description must be at the
top of paper.
7) If names are omitted from the assignments, the papers will be placed
a “no name” folder. These “no name” papers will loose 10% of the total
score. It will be the student’s responsibility to claim the paper or the
grade will stand as a zero.
8) Tests – about 4-5 per grading period.
9) Expect pop quizzes occasionally.
10) The only extra credit given will be for the bonus questions on a
test.
11) Progress reports are sent home after 3 weeks.
12) Report cards are sent home after 6 weeks.
TUTORING: I will be available most days by 7:15 a.m. for tutoring. Please
make arrangements a day in advance. The web site www.homeworkalabama.org is
a free on-line tutoring service.
•The academic misconduct policy of the school will be followed in this
course.
•The attendance policy of the school will be followed for this course.
•Any student who receives failing grades during this course is urged to
discuss this with the teacher
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