College Algebra for STEM Majors Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

MATH-1414-012 College Algebra for STEM Majors

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: 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

PRECALCULUS with LIMITS 

AUTHORS:   Larson, Hostetler – Houghton/Mifflin publishing company

Supplies

CALCULATOR: We will use a variety of TI graphing calculators in class.   

iPad: You will need the following Apps: QR Code Reader, 

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:

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

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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

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 other personal projects during class time, or engaging in any other form of distraction.  For a full discussion of appropriate behavior and student responsibilities, please refer to the Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook htt;://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 any 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 & Responsibilities will be subject to disciplinary action.

Drink:  It is the policy of AACAL that re-closable bottles of water may be allowed in the classroom setting, at the instructor's discretion.  Food and drink are not allowed in the computer labs or in classrooms when laptop computers are in use by the student.

Phones/Pagers:  It is the policy of Amarillo ISD that cell phones and pagers must be turned off or in silent mode in the classrooms and the computer labs.

Policy on Cheating and Plagiariam:  Plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated in any math course at Amarillo College.  Cheating includes the use of cell phone calculators, the illegal use of books, notes, cell phones, and copying.  Cheating also includes helping, or attempting to help, other students to cheat on a test.

ADDITIONAL CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
1.  BE ON TIME.
2.  BE PREPARED.
3.  NO DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR will be tolerated.

Grading Criteria

GRADING CRITERIA/GRADE SCALE:   The final average will be computed based on the following percentage basis: 1^st 6 weeks: 28%, 2^nd 6 weeks: 28%, 3^rd 6 weeks: 28%, Final Exam 16%.  The final letter grades are assigned based on the following numerical result: A (90-100), B (80-89), C (70-79), D (60-69), and F (below 60).

Each six weeks average will be computed based on the following percentage basis: Assessments (Quiz/Test/Project): 60%, Daily Work: 25%, Homework: 15%

Expect to have written work and online homework for each section.  

I do not give extra credit work.

Free Help: If you feel yourself getting behind in class or having problems with certain concepts covered, get help immediately.  It is YOUR responsibility to get help.

The following are a few ways to get FREE help outside of class:

1. Your instructor is your first, BEST resource for help.  Feel free to come in for tutoring before or after school, at lunch, or make an appointment.
2. iTunes U and Google classroom will have videos available over each section.
3. Free one-on-one tutoring at the Student Outreach Center in Durrett 104 is available.  You will need your AC ID to sign in.  Hours: MTWR 8am-8pm, Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 9am-8pm, Sun closed.
4. Get free tutoring from Student Support Services (Library, 371-5420)

Use Blackboard to access your AC grades: Students will be required to log in to Blackboard regularly to check course announcements, calendar, and AC grades.  To access our course area in AC’s Blackboard:

1. Go to https://acconnect.actx.edu and login.  Your login information is the same as your Web Advisor login.  If you need help contact askAC at 371-5000 and they can lead you in the right direction.  You may also contact the STL help desk at 371-5992.
2. Once you are logged in, click on our course.
3. Then you will see any links you will need on the left hand side of the screen.

Attendance

Attendance:  Remember that the deadline for withdrawing from any class at AC for the Fall 2015 Semester is Tuesday, November 17.  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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