Republic of the Philippines

North Eastern Mindanao State University

Bislig Campus
Maharlika, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur
Telephone No. 086-645-6452
www.nemsu.edu.ph

OUTCOMES-BASED COURSE SYLLABUS IN

MATH 3: TRIGONOMETRY
1st Semester, A.Y. 2024 – 2025

PHILOSOPHY

NEMSU believes that higher education is an instrument for the improvement of life through democratized access to quality education in the development
of a well-rounded person.

VISION
A transformative leading University in Asia and the Pacific.

MISSION
NEMSU shall provide competency-based higher education training through transformative instruction, relevant research, sustainable extension and
production responsive to local, regional and global trends.
1. Produce competent and skilled graduates prepared for gainful employment;
2. Develop graduates who shall not only foster economic progress but also care for the environment, adhere to positive value system, and preserve
cultural heritage;
3. Engage in high-impact research for instruction and develop technology for food security and renewable energy;
4. Collaborate with government and non-government agencies to help improve the lives of the marginalized groups; and
5. Promote cooperation/partnership among regional, national, and ASEAN institutions in Higher Education.

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CORE VALUES
Competence
A combination of observable and measurable knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal attributes that contribute to enhance NEMSU
employee and student performance and ultimately result in organizational success.
Accountability
Responsibility for own actions, decisions and commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient, cost-effective and transparent manner
manifesting the value of sound stewardship in the wise use of resources for common good.
Responsiveness
A prompt action, consistent communication, quality information, and a focus on providing a superior experience to stakeholders.
Excellence
The quality spectrum at exceptional levels demonstrated by learning outcomes and the development of shared culture of quality consistent
with the vision, mission and goals of University.
Service
Dedication for a continuous improvement of services, stakeholder’s relationships and partnership which stresses interdependence and
collaboration for a sustainable success of clients and their communities in helping build a just, peaceful, stable and progressive Filipino
nation.

NEMSU CARES…
These core values are not descriptions of the work we do, nor the strategies we employ to accomplish our University vision. They are the core values
that underlie our works and interactions as we internalize responsibilities to fulfil our mission. They are the basic elements of how we go about our
work and how we deal with stakeholders, molds students to become competent, innovative, globally competitive and service-oriented.

QUALITY POLICY

The North Eastern Mindanao State University commits itself to produce highly motivated, globally competitive, and morally upright human resource
through the delivery of transformative and quality higher education that conforms to international standards driven by excellent instruction, relevant
researches, sustainable extension, and production services. Together with our stakeholders, we shall endeavor for continual improvement of our
quality management system in consonance with statutory and regulatory requirements for clients and industry satisfaction for quality of life.

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INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs)

ILO1. Imbue global competency and innovation for a future-ready workforce.

ILO2. Acculturate the values of professionalism, honor, and excellence that promote productivity in the workplace and the community.
ILO3. Propagate the culture of research, extension, and production for sustainable economic viability, environmental stewardship, and social equity in
North Eastern Mindanao and beyond.

PROGRAM GOALS:

1. To deliver globally adaptable system of instructions with enhanced ability to acquire advances in engineering and its allied field.
2. To be self-reliant through effective and efficient generation, allocation and utilization of resources on avenues that advocates the great welfare of
the local and global communities prepared to respond to the emerging trends.
3. To promote advances in research developments that extends sustainable practical solutions to the challenges of engineering and industrial fields
benefiting the socio-economic and environmental growth of the local and global communities prepared to respond to the emerging trends.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs):

At the end of the course, the students of the program shall have the ability to:

Programs Learning Outcomes Performance Indicators

PLO 1. Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex civil
civil engineering problems; engineering problems;
PLO 2. Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
interpret data.
PLO 3. Use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary Use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for civil
for civil engineering practice; engineering practice;

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COURSE CODE : Math 3
COURSE DESCRIPTIVE TITLE : Trigonometry
COURSE PRE-REQUISITE : None
CREDIT UNITS : 3 units
NO. OF HOURS : 3 hours every week for 18 weeks or in a semester

COURSE DESCRIPTION :

This course will explore and understand lesson topics on Trigonometric functions, special angles, identities and equations, solutionss of triangles,
laws of sines, law of cosines, inverse trigonometric functions, and spherical trigonometry.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs):

After completing this course, the student must be able to:

Course Learning Outcomes ILO Code/s PLO Code/s

CLO1. Apply trigonometric functions: Students will demonstrate a deep understanding of trigonometric ILO 1, ILO2 PLO1, PLO2
functions and their applications in solving civil engineering problems related to angles, distances, and
elevation.
CLO2. Analyze trigonometric identities: Students will proficiently manipulate and apply trigonometric identities ILO1, ILO2 PLO1, PLO2
and equations to simplify expressions and solve advanced engineering projects.
CLO3. Solve Triangular and Vector Problems: Students will master the use of trigonometry to solve problems ILO1, ILO2 PLO1, PLO2
involving triangles and vectors in civil engineering contexts.
CLO4. Cultivate attention to detail: Students will foster an appreciation for precision and attention to detail in ILO1, ILO2 PLO1, PLO2,
trigonometric calculations and measurements, recognizing their critical role in engineering accuracy. PLO5

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Detailed Course Learning Plan

Time Course Intended Topics/Content Instructional Learning Assessment CLOs Code

Frame Learning Outcomes Methodology Materials/Resources
(CILOs) (Face-to-Face and
Remote Teaching) ]
 Familiarize the vision- ORIENTATION
Week 1 – 3 mission of the school,  VMGO of the university,
subject requirement, college, and the
grading system and department
classroom policy.  Rules and regulations of
the course, grading
 Familiarize the different system, and course
trigonometric functions of outline Orientation of the course CLO1, CLO3,
acute angle. Quizzes CLO4
 Find the solutions of right I. TRIGONOMETRIC See References
triangle. FUNCTIONS Assessment Tasks
 Sketch the graph of 1. Angles and Interactive Discussions
trigonometric function. Measurements Assignment/Activities
 Apply the basic concepts 2. Trigonometric Functions
of trigonometry in solving of Angles
worded problems 3. Trigonometric Function
involving right triangle Value
4. The Sine and Cosine of
Real Numbers
5. Solution of Right
Triangles
6. Applications
 Derive the different II. ANALYTIC
Week 4 – 8 trigonometric identities. TRIGONOMETRY
 Apply the different 1. The Eight Fundamental
formulas in proving Identities Quizzes CLO1, CLO2
trigonometric identities. 2. Proving Trigonometric Interactive Discussions See References
 Solve worded problems Identities Assessment Tasks
involving the use of 3. Sum and Difference of
trigonometric identities. Identities Assignment/Activities

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 4. Double-measure and
Half- measure Identities
5. Inverse Trigonometric
Functions
6. Trigonometric Equations
7. Identities for Product,
Sum and Difference of
Sine and Cosine
8. Applications
Week 9 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
III. APPLICATION OF
Week 10 –  Derive the formulas for TRIGONOMETRY
13 sine law and cosine law.
 Use the law of sine and 1. The Law of Sines CLO1, CLO2,
cosine in finding 2. The Law of Cosines Quizzes CLO3
solutions of oblique 3. Solutions of Oblique Interactive Discussions See References
triangle in different Triangles Assessment Tasks
cases. 4. Applications
 Apply the law of sine and Assignment/Activities
cosine in solving worded
problems involving
oblique triangle.
 Finding solutions of IV. SPHERICAL
Week 14 – spherical right triangle TRIGONOMETRY
17 using Napier’s rule. 1. Right Spherical Triangle
 Apply the sine law and 2. Napier’s Rule CLO1, CLO3,
cosine law for sides and 3. Sine law Quizzes CLO4
angles in finding 4. Cosine Law for Sides Interactive Discussions See References
solutions of oblique 5. Cosine law for Angles Assessment Tasks
spherical triangle. 6. Area of Spherical
 Find the area of triangle Assignment/Activities
spherical triangle given
the three sides or three
angles.
Week 18 FINAL EXAMINATION

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COURSE REFERENCES AND SUPPLEMENTAL READINGS:

Books and E-books

1. Sterling, M. J. (2023). Trigonometry for Dummies. John Wiley & Sons.

2. Mckeague, C. P., (2022). Basic Mathematics College Trigonometry, Elementary, Intermediate and Pre-Algebra. Cengage Learning.
3. Schneider et. al. (2021). College Algebra and Trigonometry, 7th edition. Pearson.
4. Pozenblyum, A. & Rozenblyum, L. (2021). Learning Trigonometry by Problem Solving. World Scientific Publishing Company.
5. Heath, C., (2020). SAT Math Mastery , 2nd Edition. Love the SAT Academic Press.

Recommended Reading

1. Leithhold, L. (1992). College Algebra & Trigonometry. Massachussets: Addison-Wesley Publishing Co. Inc.
2. Sobel, M. and Norbert, L. (1995). Algebra and Trigonometry, 4th ed. New Jersey: Prentice Hall, Inc.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Take Home Activities

2. Quizzes
3. Seatworks
4. Major Exams
5. Class Participation
6. Attendance

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GRADING SYSTEM:

Requirements - 40%
Class Standing - 20%
-Quizzes/Activity/CP - 15%
- Attendance - 5%
Major Exams - 40%

TOTAL 100%

COURSE POLICIES:

1. Academic dishonesty such as copying assignments without contributing to the work, cheating of any forms and others will not be tolerated.
2. Learning outputs are required and not optional to pass the course.
3. Cell phones are strictly prohibited during exams and must be turned off/silent mode during classes.
4. Students are expected to be attentive and exhibit the behavior of responsible individual during their learning period

Date of Revision : August 16, 2024

Date of Effectivity : August 19, 2024

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RAE GENEVIEVE S. PLAZA CHRISTIAN T. COQUILLA ADAM C. MACAPILI ALEX S. LADAGA MARIA LADY SOL A.
Instructor, Bislig Campus Prog. Coor., Bislig Campus Dept. Chair., Bislig Dean, CoET SUAZO, PhD
Campus Vice President for Academic
Affairs
Date: _________________ Date: _________________ Date: ________________ Date: _________________ Date: _________________

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Director of Curriculum
Development

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