MAC1114

Plane Trigonometry

Course Code:
MAC1114

Credit Hours:
3

Effective beginning:
2023-24

Sections:
001, 002, 800, 801

 

Course Description:
This course deals with the solution of triangles, trigonometric relations, and functions of an angle, trigonometric equations, and complex numbers. A “C” grade of higher must be earned in this course to satisfy part of the general education requirements in mathematics and to advance to a higher level mathematics course.

 

Course Details

Prerequisites:

Successful completion of the equivalent of one year of High School Algebra I and one year of High School Algebra II and an acceptable score on a mathematics placement test or a “C” grade or higher in MAC 1105 or consent of the department.

MAC 1140 may be taken concurrently with MAC 1114.

 

Instructors:

Allyson Howell
howella@chipola.edu

Lisa Purvee
purveel@chipola.edu

Donna Huff
huffd@chipola.edu

(Instructors will vary)

 

Required textbooks/ course materials:

Plane Trigonometry, Pearson, ISBN 9780137683192

A TI-84 graphing calculator is required for this course.

 

Assignment/course outline:

See first-day handout.

 

Discipline-level learning outcomes:

Area 3 -Math:   Demonstrate Basic Mathematical Skills and Knowledge

The purpose of the mathematics component of the core curriculum is to develop quantitative literacy with an ability to apply basic mathematical tools in the solution of real-world problems.

M-1 Solve mathematical problems by using arithmetic, algebraic, or geometric skills.

M-2 Translate basic mathematical information verbally, numerically, graphically, or symbolically. 

M-3 Solve mathematical problems using appropriate technology.

M-4 Interpret mathematical models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.

M-5 Solve contextual problems using mathematical processes.

 

Course-level learning outcomes:

Course-level student learning outcomesDiscipline-level learning outcomesAssessment methods

Demonstrate an understanding of the definitions of the trigonometric functions

Solve problems that are based on triangles

Demonstrate an understanding of the graphs of the trigonometric functions                   

Find equivalent expressions using trigonometric identities

Solve trigonometric equations and inverse trigonometric equations symbolically and graphically

Convert and perform operations on rectangular and polar form of complex numbers

M-1, M-2, M-3, M-4,

M-1, M-2, M-3, M-4, M-5

M-2, M-3

M-1, M-2, M-3, M-4,

M-1, M-2, M-3, M-4

M-1, M-2, M-3, M-4

Unit Tests, Cumulative Final, Departmental Exams, Homework

 

Means of accomplishing learning outcomes:

Teacher Facilitated: The teacher will be leading class discussions on the material contained in the text during each class period.

Student-centered: The students will take notes and practice solving problems during each class period.

Office Hours: The instructor will be available during office hours for individual assistance. The instructor’s schedule can be found posted on their office door and/or via their individual web site.

ACE Lab Tutors: Student tutors are available in the lab to provide individualized help. Hours can be found posted each semester on the lab door and/or via the web site.

 

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