MTH 1101 - Applications of Algebra
Syllabus
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Instructor: | Aaron L Bramson |
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Section: | Section 07, Sequence 07, Key#: 6691 |
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Time: | Tue, Fri 8:00-9:15 AM; Wed 1:35-2:40 |
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Place: | 102 KA - Kariotis Hall |
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Office: | 550 NI - Nightingale Hall |
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Office Hours: | Tue 10:00-11:30; Wed 11:00-12:30 |
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Phone: | 617-373-5769 Office
617-817-3159 Cell |
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E-Mail: | aaron@bramson.net |
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Web Site: | www.bramson.net/academic/math/mth1101.html |
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Prerequisites: | Basic algebra at the level of MTH 1000 or MTH 1010 |
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Textbook: | Finite Mathematics, 7th Edition; by Soo T. Tan; Brooks/Co, 2003le |
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Grade: | 30% Quizzes, 30% Midterm, 40% Final Exam |
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Course Objective |
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This course introduces some basic notions of Algebra, and provides examples of how these methods apply to real-life problems. We examine linear equations and their graphs, systems of linear equations and linear inequalities in two variables, with application to linear programming. Next, we introduce matrices and their inverses, with applications to cryptography. Finally, we study some basic set theory, techniques of counting, permutations, and combinations, with applications to elementary probability.
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Attendance |
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It is essential that you attend class regularly. The easiest way for you to learn the material, and to know what material has been covered, is to come to class each day. Students are responsible for finding out what material has been covered or what announcements have been made on days that they miss class.
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Homework |
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A list of recommended homework problems will be provided for each topic in class and can be handed in for correction. Homework will be used to determine a student's grade if he or she is on the borderline of two grades. Problems for each topic can be found on the homework page and in the course packet available at Gnomon Copy Center.
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Math Tutoring Center |
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The tutoring center offers free tutoring on an individual basis. You just need to go in person and sign up for an appointment at 102 Cahners Hall. Please seek help as soon as you experience any difficulty, do not wait until just before an exam. The hours for the Tutoring Center at 102 Cahners Hall are:
| Monday | 9:15 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:15 AM – 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:15 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:15 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:15 AM – 1:00 PM |
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Additional Contact |
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If you have concerns/problems in the course, and are not comfortable discussing them with me, please contact either of the following:
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