Department of Mathematics and Physics

Course Name: Pre-Calculus

Course Code MAT 116
Section No:
Semester:
INSTRUCTOR & DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Instructor Name: Sharmin Sultana (SSU)

Office Room: SAC 1063(B)
Office Hours:
Office Phone:

Email Address: [email protected]

Department: Mathematics and Physics
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COURSE & SECTION INFORMATION

Class Time

Location

Course Credit 3:0

Hours
Behavior of functions in some depth including properties, graphs, inverse,
transformations, compositions. This course pays particular attention to linear,
Course Description quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. It
covers trigonometric functions and inverse trigonometric functions as well.

The course will help students to recognize various kinds of functions

(including polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, trigonometric and
Course Objectives logarithmic functions), analyze their behavior. Also, the students will be able
to graph various functions and apply the acquired concept in higher studies
and physical problems.

Upon the successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:

CO-1.Demonstrate the fundamental concept of mathematical functions and

Student Learning their properties (domain, range, composition, etc.). Perform function
Outcomes operations including composition, transposition, and finding inverse
functions.
 CO-2.Plot different types of functions, apply various kinds of transformations
to those functions including translations, reflections, stretches, and
compressions.

CO-3.Analyze and interpret graphically the linear, polynomial, rational,

exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions.

CO-4.Solve linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic

equations and inequalities involving polynomials and rational
expressions, and apply them to model and analyze real world problems.

CO-5. Develop the prerequisite knowledge and mathematical skills necessary

to undertake higher level courses which have a quantitative focus.

Mapping of Course Outcomes

Course Outcomes (CO) Bloom’s Delivery Assessment

taxonomy methods tools
domain/level and activities
(C: Cognitive
P: Psychomotor
A:Affective)
CO-1 Demonstrate the fundamental concept Lecture Class work,
C1,C2, P1
of mathematical functions and their Discussion
properties (domain, range, Quiz,
composition, etc.). Perform function Mid term
operations including composition,
transposition, and finding inverse
functions.
CO-2 Plot different types of function and C3,C4, P1 Lecture, Midterm exam,
apply various kinds of transformations Assignment
Classroom
to those functions including
presentation,
translations, reflections, stretches, and
compressions. discussion

CO-3 Analyze and interpret graphically the C4, P1

linear, polynomial, rational,

exponential, and logarithmic and
trigonometric functions.

CO-4 Solve linear, quadratic, polynomial, C3, C4 Lecture Class work,

exponential, and logarithmic equations Discussion Quiz,
and inequalities involving polynomials Assignment,
Final Exam
and rational expressions, and apply
them to model and analyze real world
 problems.

CO-5 Develop the prerequisite knowledge C1,C4,P1 Lecture Assignment

and mathematical skills necessary to
undertake higher level courses which Discussion
have a quantitative focus.

LEARNING RESOURCES AND TEXTBOOK(S)

Reference Book
Text Book
Author Michael Sullivan
Title “Pre-calculus”,
Edition & 9th Edition
Year

TEACHING STRATEGY

The class will be conducted through various activities including discussion of concepts and
problem-solving, student initiative and active involvement as well aspractice 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 05%
Assignment 05%
Quiz 15%
Midterm I 20%
Midterm II 20%
Final Exam 35%

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

CLASSROOM RULES OF CONDUCT

 1. Electronic devices e.g. cell phone, notepad, iPad, iPod, mp3, etcare strictly prohibited in the
class.

2. It is imperative that the students maintain absolute discipline in class.Students are also
expected to arrive on time for the class, as frequent late attendance will not be accepted.

3. Academic Integrity Policy: Department of Mathematics and Physics 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,
withspecial attention given to repeated offences.

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

EXAMS & MAKE UP POLICY

Four quizzes will be taken (best Three out ofFour 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 instructor will take the decision for his/her
makeup exams. There will be no extra question in the Midterm and Final exams, so that students should
have to answer all of the questions given in the question paper.

Cell phones are prohibited in exam sessions.

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

Location:Room # 413/A, Admin Building (4th floor).

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

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.

COURSE CONTENTS &SCHEDULE

Lecture Learning Assessment Learning

Topic Chapter
No. Activities tools Outcome
The Distance and Midpoint Discussion 1.1
1 Lecture CO-1
Formulas Midterm I
Problem
Graphs of Equations in Two Lecture solving, 1.2
2 CO-2
Variables: Intercepts; Symmetry Assignments Quiz,Midterm
I
Lecture Quiz, CO-1,
3 Lines, Circles 1.3, 1,4
Discussion Midterm I CO-2
Functions, The graph of a Lecture Midterm I ,
4 CO-1 2.1, 2.2
functions Assignments Quiz
Properties of functions, Library Lecture Midterm I
5 CO-1 2.2, 2.3
of functions Assignments Assignment
Piecewise-defined functions,
Lecture Midterm I, CO-
6 Graphing Techniques, 2.4, 2.5
Discussion Quiz 1,CO-2
Transformation
 Linear functions and their Lecture
7 Midterm I CO-1 3.1
properties Assignments
8 Midterm I
Quadratic functions and Models,
CO-1,
9 Inequalities involving quadratic Lecture Midterm II 3.3, 3.4
CO-3
functions
Lecture Midterm II CO-1,
10 Polynomial functions 4.1
Discussion Quiz CO-2
Lecture Midterm II CO-1
11 Properties of Rational Functions 4.2
Assignments Assignment
Lecture
12 The Graph of a Rational Function Midterm II CO-2 4.3
Discussion
Polynomial & Rational
13 Lecture Midterm II CO-1 4.4
Inequalities
The real zero of a Polynomial Lecture Midterm II
14 CO-1 4.5
functions Assignment Assignment
Complex zeros, Fundamental Midterm II
15 Lecture CO-1 4.6
Theorem of Algebra Quiz
16 Midterm II
Composite functions, Inverse Lecture Final
17 CO-1 5.1, 5.2
functions Assignment Assignment
Exponential functions, Lecture Final
18 CO-1 5.3, 5.4
Logarithmic functions Discussion Quiz
Properties of Logarithms ,
Lecture Final
19 Logarithms & Exponential CO-1 5.5, 5.6
Assignment Assignment
equations
Angles & their measure,
Lecture
20 Trigonometric functions: Unit Final CO-1 6.1, 6.2
Assignment
circle approach
Properties of Trigonometric
21 Lecture Final CO-1 6.3
functions
Graphs of the Sine & Cosine
functions
22 Lecture Final CO-2 6.4, 6.5
Graphs of the Tangent, Cotangent
and Secant functions
The inverse Sine, Cosine and Lecture Final
23 CO-1 7.1
Tangent functions, Assignment Quiz
The inverse trigonometric Lecture Final
24 CO-1 7.2
functions Discussion Discussion
Final Exam (Declared by the Controller of Examinations)

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