This document contains the course syllabus for Math 4 - Contemporary Math offered at Laguna State Polytechnic University. The course aims to demonstrate that mathematics is integral to daily life and various professions. Over the semester, students will learn about topics like counting techniques, polynomials, complex numbers, circles, and other concepts. Evaluation will include exams, assignments, and class participation. The overall goal is for students to develop mathematical understanding and skills while cultivating analytical thinking.

1. Republic of the Philippines
LAGUNA STATE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Siniloan (HOST) Campus
TABLE OF SPECIFICATION
MATH 4- CONTEMPORARY MATH
TOPICS BASIC ANALYTIC APPLICATION SKILLS MEANINGED
I. Counting Techniques Items Items 1.2 Items Basic Mathematic
1.1 1.3 1.4.1,1.4.2, Operation
1.1.1 1.4 1.4.3
II. Polynomial Equation Items Items Items 2.4,2.6 Algebra/Math
And Function 1.2.1 2.2.1,2.2.2,2.
2.5 3
III. The Complex Number System Items Items 3.2,.3.3 Items Geometry/Algebra
3.1 3.4,3.5,3.6 Trigonometry
IV. Circles and Circular Function Trigonometry/ Geometry
V. Plane Coordinate and Analytic Geometry/ Algebra
Geometry
VI. Exponential & Logarithmic Function Trigonometry /Algebra
Geometry
VII. Statistical Data & Measurement Statistics/ Algebra
Geometry
VIII. Introduction to complaints Disc note Math
Abstract Algebra
Prepared by: NOTED BY:
NOEL A. CASTRO C.E, S.E Prof. Lydia R. Chavez
Part Time Instructor DEAN, COED

2. REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
LAGUNA STATE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Siniloan, Laguna
ACADEMIC YEAR 2009-2010
Second Semester
COURSE SYLLABUS IN MATH 4- CONTEMPORARY MATH
VISION MISSION GOALS
“ A premier university in The university shall primarily provide “ In pursuit of the university Vision,
CALABARZON offering academic advanced education, professional, Mission, the College of Education is
programs and related services designed to technological and vocational instruction in committed to develop the full potentials of
respond to the requirements/needs of the agriculture, fisheries, forestry, science, the Individuals and equip them with the
Philippines and the global economy engineering, industrial technologies necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes
particularly Asian country.” teacher education, medicine, law arts and in the teacher education and allied fields to
sciences, information technology and other effectively respond to the increasing
related fields. It shall undertake research demands, challenges and opportunities of
and extension services and provide changing times for global
progressive leadership in its areas of competitiveness.”
specialization.
I. SUBJECT CODE: MATH 2
SUBJECT TITTLE: CONTEMPORARY MATH
CREDITS: 3 UNITS, 3 HOURS LECTURE
II. COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will prove once & for all that mathematics is an integral part of our life this will also link mathematics with
the different profession in business, industry, science and the like, and to integrate important Filipino values.
GRADING SYSTEM: Commutative/ Receptive Reference:
Basic constant = 55%
Exams = 30% CONTEMPORARY MATH by DOMINGO S. LITARY
Attendance = 10%
Optimal = 5%
100%

3. OBJECTIVES TOPICS/ TIME ENRICHMENT TEACHING VALUES METHOD OF
CONTENTS ALLOTMENT SUPLIMENTARY METHOD ACQUIRE EVALUATIO
ACTIVITITIES AND D N
MATERIALS
A. Develop Chapter 1. 3 HOURS Comprehensives Lecture Analytical Chapter Test
understanding and COUNTING Check & Thinking
skills of the TECHNIQUES Board Work
fundamental counting 1.1 Different Exercises
principles & manifest Counting
ability in counting the Numbers Application Homework
numbers of 1.1.1 The
arrangement(permuta Fundamental Mixed Review
tion) of a objects at a Counting
time from a sit of a Principle
objects % manifest 1.2 Permutation
ability in counting the 1.3 Combination
numbers way objects 1.4 Probability
can be selected out 1.4.1 Outcomes
of a sit of a and Events
objects(combination) 1.4.2 Addition of
& develop knowledge Probability
and understanding of 1.4.3
probability of Multiplication &
outcomes and events. Probability
B. Develop critical
thinking and establish
linkage related
counting numbers
using a number of
techniques in solving
real life problems.

4. A. Preview the basic CHAPTER 2. POLYNOMIAL 3 Comprehension Lecture Mathematic Chapter
operation in EQUATION AND FUNCTION HOURS Check & al Skills Test
polynomial 2.1 Polynomial expression: A Review Braved
expressions 2.2 Basic Operation in Polynomial Exercises Work
B. Demonstrate A Review Analytical
knowledge, 2.2.1 Addition & Subtracting Application Thinking
understanding and Polynomials Homewor
skills in performing 2.2.2 Multiplication & Division k
the division process Polynomials Mixed Review
in polynomials 2.3 Synthetic Division
C. Manifest 2.4 Remainder Theorem & Factor
knowledge, Theorem
understanding and 2.4.1 The Remainder Theorem
skill in solving 2.4.2 The Factor Theorem
polynomial equations 2.5 Polynomial Equation
D. Demonstrate 2.6 Polynomial Functions
knowledge, 2.6.1 Zeros of Polynomial Function
understanding and 2.6.2 Integral Zero Theorem
skill in determining
the properties of a
polynomial function
from its equations and
functions in solving
real-life problems
A. Demonstrate CHAPTER 3-THE COMPLEX 3 Comprehension Lecture Mathematic Chapter
knowledge and NUMBER SYSTEM HOURS Check & al Skills Test
understanding 3.1 Complex Numbers Braved
of the complex 3.2 Graphical Representation of Exercises Work
number system Complex Numbers. Analytical
B. Manifest 3.3 Operative in Complex Numbers. Application Thinking
knowledge and 3.3.1 Addition &Subtraction of Homewor
skill in Complex Numbers k
performing the 3.3.2 Multiplication of Complex Mixed Review
operation in Numbers
complex 3.3.3 Division of Complex Numbers
numbers

5. C. Develop Skills on Solving
quadratic equation with no real
solution the polar forum of complex
numbers and the acts of complex
numbers
D. Develop Critical Thinking and
establish linkage to complex
numbers in solving real-life
problems
A. Demonstrate knowledge and 3 Comprehension Lecture Mathematic Chapter
understanding of concepts related to HOURS Check & al Skills Test
circles, geometric constructions , Braved
and proving theorem Exercises Work
B. Apply knowledge and Analytical
understanding of concepts related to Application Thinking
circles in problem solving. Homewor
C. Manifest understanding and skill k
in working with the sine, cosine and Mixed Review
tangent functions related to circles
D. Demonstrate understanding &
the sine, cosine and tangent
function of angles which describe
the relation and functions or our
acute angles of right triangles
E. de