College Algebra for STEM Majors Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

MATH-1414-001 College Algebra for STEM Majors

Prerequisites

MATH 0303-minimum grade of C, an Accuplacer score of 75, a THEA score of 270, an equivalent score on a state-approved test or Department Chair consent

Course Description

In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability and conics may be included.

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 4 lec)

Class Type

Dual Credit Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Pre-Calculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic: 7^th Edition, Demana, Waits, Foley, and Kennedy Pearson

Supplies

Basics: Spiral or Composition to take notes in

Calculator: A TI-NSPIRE calculator will be provided for use in class. It is highly suggested that you purchase a graphing calculator of your own for home use.

Student Performance

Learning Objectives: After completing this course, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program:

1. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of properties of functions, including domain and range, operations, compositions, and inverses.
2. Recognize and apply polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions and solve related equations.
3. Apply graphing techniques.
4. Evaluate all roots of higher degree polynomial and rational functions.
5. Recognize, solve, and apply systems of linear equations using matrices.l

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Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

Student Responsibilities: Students are expected to behave in the classroom in a manner that is supportive of the learning environment. Disruptive behavior includes, but is not limited to the following: the use of cellular phones, texting, making offensive remarks, reading newspapers, talking, use of personal music systems, doing homework or personal projects during class time, or in any other form of distraction. For a full discussion of appropriate behavior and student responsibilities, please refer to the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook http://sites.actx.edu/catalog/notices/

 

Cheating is defined in Webster’s College Dictionary as “taking an examination in a dishonest way, as by having improper access to answers” Improper access includes, but is not limited to copying from another student’s paper, copying from the homework solutions manual, or using unauthorized sources of information while taking an exam or quiz. If the instructor sees a cell phone out during any exam, the instructor will assume that student is cheating and the exam will be taken up and a grade of “F” will be received for the course.

 

Students who fail to comply with the standards outlined in the syllabus and/or Student Rights and Responsibilities will be subject to disciplinary action.

 

Food/Drink: It is the policy of River Road High School that no food or drink be allowed in the classroom, with the exception of bottled water. No food or drink are allowed in the computer labs or in classrooms when laptop computers are in use by the student.

 

Phones/Pagers: Phones and pagers must be turned off or on silent mode in both the classroom and the computer lab.

 

Classroom Expectations:

1. Be on Time
2. Be Prepared
3. Be Respectful

Grading Criteria

The final average will be computed based off of the following percentage basis: Written Homework….20%, Exams…..60%, Final Exam….20

The final letter grades are to be assigned on the following numerical result:

A: 90-100         B: 80-89         C: 70-79         D: 60-69 F: 59 and below

Homework:

1. Expect to have written homework assigned after every section. Late homework will not be accepted
2. Homework must be presented in an orderly manner. All final answers must be boxed or circled to receive credit

Exams:

There will be 4 regular Exams and a Final Exam

 

Attendance

Remember the deadline for withdrawing from any class at AC for the Spring semester is April 24th If you stop attending class and your average drops below a 60 due to missed assignments and you do not officially drop the course by this deadline, you will receive an F for the course

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