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MATH-1314-013 College Algebra
Scores on a state-approved test indicating college-level math skills or concurrent enrollment in Math 0314.
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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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
On Campus Course
Optional Text: College Algebra, Twelvth Edition...Authors: Lial, Hornsby, Schneider, Daniels; Pearson Publishing Co.
Required: MyMathLab Student Access Code.
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:
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
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, 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 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 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.
Food/Drink: It is the policy of the Mathematics & Engineering Department that food and drink 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: It is the policy of the Mathematics & Engineering Department that cell phones must be turned off or in silent mode in the classrooms and the computer labs.
Guests/Children: It is the policy of the Mathematics & Engineering Department that only students enrolled in this course attend this course.
Policy on Cheating and Plagiarism: Plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated in any math course at Amarillo College.
On the first day of class, you will be required to sign and date a Course Contract. Included in the contract is the following statement: "I fully understand that if I cheat, or attempt to cheat, on any test I will receive an automatic “F” in the course. This grade will go on my permanent transcript and cannot be removed. 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." You will not be allowed to take your tests until this contract is signed and on file in the Math Lab. Please Note: NO CELL PHONES in the Testing Room. If we see your cell phone out AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, while in the testing room, YOU WILL RECEIVE an "F" for the course!
Homework: Expect to have an online homework assignment and 2 to 5 written Focus Problems assigned after each section covered in class. Online homework problems may be attempted as many times as you wish in order to achieve the highest possible score and online “helps” are available at the click of a button if you desire assistance. It is possible to get a “100” on every homework assignment if you start early enough and try each problem several times. Online homework and Focus Problems may be completed and turned in early, but they may not be turned in late.
Online Homework: Instructions as to how to access the online homework will be given in class.
Focus Problem Instructions: The Focus Problems will be available for you to print from blackboard. Focus Problems will be assigned at the end of each section covered in class and are due at the beginning of the next class meeting after they have been assigned. All work should be written by hand and shown in the space provided on the Focus Problem pages. Please show all necessary steps to work the problem to get full credit. Late Focus Problems will not be accepted. To compensate for this, the 3 lowest Focus Problem grades will be dropped.
Other Student Resources to get help with your math homework assignments:
Test Reviews: Reviews will be assigned before each major exam and you will be required to present the completed review to the Math Testing Center when taking your exam.
Exams: Four major exams will be given and will be completed outside of class in the Math Testing Lab. Students must show an Amarillo College ID and turn in an exam review before testing. No late exams will be given, no matter the reason. If you know in advance that you will be gone during the assigned exam dates, you MUST make arrangements with your instructor to take the exam early in the Math Lab. At the end of the semester, your final exam grade will replace your lowest exam grade if it is higher. All graded exams will be kept on file in the math department. If you score below a 70 on an exam, you will be required to complete an assignment in the Math Outreach Center before you will be allowed to take the next exam.
Final Exam: The comprehensive final exam will be given in the classroom according the official final exam schedule.
Extra Credit: Extra credit will not be given.
Attendance: You should be on time for class, prepared for class, and actively participate in class daily. There will be daily attendance activities. You must be in class and participate in the activity in order to receive credit. If you are more than 10 minutes late or leave more than 10 minutes early, you will not receive credit. It is the responsibility of the student to sign the attendance sheet daily. Nonattendance will be recorded as an absence, and no differentiation will be made as to excused or unexcused absences.
Students arriving more than 10 minutes late or leaving class early, prior to instructor dismissal, will be marked absent. Students not engaged in class, though physically there, will be marked absent. Texting, working on homework in class, sleeping, talking while instructor is talking, and other disruptive behavior will get you counted absent.
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Grading Policy: |
Percentages: |
Grading Scale: |
Grade: |
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Focus Problem Grade |
15% |
90 - 100% |
A |
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Online Homework |
10% |
80 - 89% |
B |
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Major Exams (4 @12.5% each) |
50% |
70 - 79% |
C |
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Final |
20% |
60 - 69% |
D |
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Exam Reviews |
5% |
below 60% |
F |
USING Blackboard TO PRINT CLASS MATERIALS, GET YOUR GRADES, CONTACT YOUR INSTRUCTOR, FIND CLASS ANNOUNCEMENTS, etc.: Students will be required to log in to Blackboard regularly to check the course announcements, calendar, e-mail, grades, and print class handouts. To access our course area in Blackboard:
TEAMWORK: This class requires that we work together as a team. My part is to present the material to you in an organized manner and to teach you. I will have to go at a quick pace at the beginning of the semester because the harder material is toward the end of the semester. Your part is to come to class, do your homework and reviews, and come to tutoring or to my office for help. I look forward to working together this semester!
Attendance: Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class and be on time for daily attendance check. Nonattendance will be recorded as an absence and no differentiation will be made as to excused or unexcused absences. Students arriving more than 10 minutes late or leaving class early, prior to instructor dismissal, will be marked absent.
If you are absent for any reason, YOU are responsible for obtaining the assignments and notes. Remember that the deadline for withdrawing from this class is December 11, 2019. With AC’s drop policy, you must notify your instructor in order to drop. You are asked to contact your advisor and discuss the consequences of dropping before you quit coming to class or doing homework. You must notify your instructor either in person or via email no later than noon on the date listed above in order to drop. 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.
The following assignments must be completed by Sunday, November 3, 2019, in order to be considered Present in the course. Failure to complete all assignments by this date may lead to an administrative drop from the course.
Students should plan on spending significant time each week on this course. This time commitment is not an exaggeration. Actual amounts will vary depending on weekly assignments, topic complexity, and prior experience with the subject matter.
Calendar and Homework Assignments (subject to change at any time by your instructor)
| Week 1 | Intro, Section 1.3 |
| Week 2 | Sections 1.4-1.7 |
| Week 3 | Exam 1, Sections 2.3, 2.7-2.8 |
| Week 4 | Exam 2, Sections 3.1-3.3 |
| Week 5 | Sections 3.4-3.5, Exam 3 |
| Week 6 | Sections 4.1-4.4 |
| Week 7 | Section 4.5, Exam 4, Section 5.2 |
| Week 8 | Section 5.3, Review, Final |
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Math Testing Lab(Durrett 103) |
Outreach Center (Durrett 104) |
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| Monday - Thursday | Monday - Thursday |
| 8:00am - 10:00pm | 8:00am - 8:00pm |
| Friday | Friday |
| 8:00am - 8:00pm | 8:00 - 8:00pm |
| Saturday | Saturday |
| 9:00am - 8:00pm | 9:00am - 8:00pm |
| 371-5088 | 371-5119 |
MATH TESTING CENTER RULES
10/23/19 9:01 PM
10/23/19 9:11 PM