GEMA 1200: Fundamentals of Algebra

Undergraduate course · Adjunct Professor, Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico, Panama Campus, Spring 2024, Fall 2024

Role: Adjunct Professor (part-time)
Institution: Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico, Panama Campus
Taught: Spring 2024, Fall 2024 (2 sections)
Credits: 3
Area: Mathematics

About the course

The general-education mathematics course in the university’s basic-skills program, focused on using algebra to solve problems with graphical and symbolic representations. Includes additional hours of virtual open laboratory.

Topics

  • Algebraic expressions with integer and rational exponents
  • Polynomials: operations and factoring
  • First- and second-degree equations
  • Equations with rational and radical expressions
  • Linear inequalities

This course is a prerequisite for MATH 1500 Precalculus.

My teaching

  • Developed the course materials and delivered lectures, practice sessions and tutorials.
  • Assessed student progress through exams, assignments and projects, with individualized feedback and academic advising.

Course description based on the official course catalog of Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico.

Recommended citation: Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico, Panama Campus · Spring 2024, Fall 2024 · 2 sections · 3 credits