Documents
Syllabus and Schedule
Ch 1 HomeWork Problems
(it is a big file and my not print to well, but you should be able to view them on the computer fine.)

Homework Videos
MathTV.com has scores of videos in which the author shows how to work sample trig problems.

Here are a few videos on proofs from 5.1:
5.1.17,   5.1.37,   5.1.45,   5.1.57,   5.1.61,   5.1.71

Here is a write-up for a proof from 5.3
5.2 #57,    5.3 #53,    5.4 #49

Lecture Notes
Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4,  Chapter 5, Chapter 6, Chapter 7 and 8

Lecture Videos Supplements (PowerPoint with Audio)
Once Windows Media Players begins press ALT + ENTER to view in Full Screen mode
and ESC to get you screen back.
Chapter 4.1 Part 1 (Introduction and Basic Trig Function Graphs [41 min])
Chapter 4.1 Part 2 (Graphs of Secant and Cosecant [17 min])
Chapter 4.1 Part 3 (Amplitude and Quick Sketch Techniques [17 min])
Chapter 4.2 (Cycle Length and Period [47 min])
Chapter 4.3 Part 1 (Phase Shift Concept and Formula [35 min])
Chapter 4.3 Part 2 (Quick Sketch Examples with Amp, Per, and P.S. [ 23min])
Chapter 6.2 video lecture of last example (7 min)
Chapter 6.3 Part 1 (Introduction and Two Examples [29 min])
Chapter 6.3 Part 2 (Two More Examples [27 min])

Supplements 
Chapter 5 Proof Assignment
Chapter 5 Proof Assignment Solutions

Practice Problems for tests
Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4,
Chapter 5, Chapter 6, Chapter 7, Chapter 8
Multiple Choice Final Practice

Test Solutions
Chapter 5 Test Solutions

 

Course Information
PREREQUISITE

Math 170 requires 2 prerequisites with a grade of “C” or better:
A) Math 110 or the equivalent to Intermediate Algebra and
B) Math 97 or the equivalent to Geometry.

COURSE OBJECTIVES (Expected Student Learning Outcomes)

1)     Define all six trigonometric functions in terms of a triangle, the coordinate system and the unit circle.

2)     Compute angles and sides of triangles in terms of degree or radian measure.

3)     Graph trigonometric functions and their inverse functions, and discuss the domain, range and properties of these functions.

4)     Prove trigonometric identities and apply trigonometric identities to solve for exact values, simplify expressions and solve equations.

5)     Calculate vector sum, vector products, dot products, vector magnitudes and vector angles.

6)     Analyze physical problems and create trigonometric relationships involving triangles, the coordinate system, the unit circle or vectors.

Text:  Text: Trigonometry, 6th. edition by Charles McKeague. Calculator: Graphing Calculator is required. TI-84 plus is a very good graphing calculator.  If you plan to major in math or engineering, consider the TI-89 or Voyage 200.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

Ponder these success principles so you can achieve your best from this class.

• Math - It’s all in you head. Your attitude determines your achievements.
• The Mathematical Chain Reaction:

Hard work --> Experience --> Confidence --> Fulfillment/Enjoyment.

• Read the new material BEFORE it is presented in class.
• Learning is YOUR responsibility.
• Make friends and do your homework in groups.
• Have fun - at least try to make it fun.
• Remember - YOU CAN DO IT!