Professor Dela Cruz
Good day, Students! I am Professor Juan Dela Cruz. I am here to help you succeed and to make this course a valuable part of your academic journey.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course covers the fundamental concepts of trigonometry, including the study of trigonometric functions, identities, and equations. Students will learn how to apply trigonometric principles to solve real-world problems. This course is essential for students pursuing studies in mathematics, engineering, physics, and other sciences.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Understand and apply the six trigonometric functions.
2. Solve right and oblique triangles.
3. Analyze and graph trigonometric functions.
4. Apply trigonometric identities to simplify expressions.
5. Solve trigonometric equations.
6. Use the principles of trigonometry to solve real-world problems.
COURSE OUTLINE
Week 1: Introduction to Trigonometry
Angles and their measure
Definition of trigonometric functions
Right triangle trigonometry
Week 2: Trigonometric Functions
Unit circle
Graphs of sine, cosine, and tangent functions
Amplitude, period, and phase shift
Week 3: Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Definition and properties
Graphs of inverse trigonometric functions
Applications
Week 4: Final Review
Review of all topics covered
Preparation for final exam
Week 5: Final Exam
Comprehensive final exam covering all course content
GRADING POLICY
Homework: 20%
Quizzes: 20%
Final Exam: 35%
COURSE POLICIES
Attendance: Regular attendance is expected. Absences must be justified and communicated in advance when possible.
Homework: Assignments are due at the beginning of the class on the specified date. Late homework will incur a penalty.
Exams: There will be no make-up exams unless under exceptional circumstances with proper documentation.
Academic Integrity: All students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity. Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Tutoring Center: @COLLEGE-CENTER, 1:00PM-5:00PM
Online Resources: https://youtu.be/FLimWHUsGuU?si=7lO4exneGllFjjF8
Note: This syllabus is subject to change. Any changes will be communicated in advance.