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MATH-1324-003 Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences
Prerequisite:Scores on a state-approved test indicating college-level math skills Corequisite: MATH 0324
The application of common algebraic functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and rational, to problems in business, economics, and the social sciences are addressed. The applications include mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest and annuities; systems of linear equations; matrices; linear programming; and probability, including expected value.
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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
Washington Street Campus Bookstore: (806) 371-5304
Internet: You need access to reliable internet service to access the class on a daily basis. (If your internet service is interrupted, it is also a good idea to have a back up plan for accessing the internet elsewhere so that you can complete your school work!)
Electronic Devices: You will need a working laptop, computer, tablet, or phone with a functioning camera to watch video lectures, take pictures of your handwritten work to submit online, and complete online homework and tests. You will also need access to a reliable printer to produce class notes and other materials. (Computers and printers are available for student use in the Underground in the WARE Building on the Washington Street Campus and also in the Math Academic Success Center in Durrett Hall).
Calculator: You will need a graphing calculator for this course. The recommended calculator is a Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus. Other forms of Texas Instruments or Casio graphing calculators will be permitted at the instructors discretion. Note that TI-89s, TI-NSpires, and graphing calculator apps are not permitted in the Math Testing Lab.
Helpful Apps: You will may want to download the Zoom app to take advantage of the remote tutoring available through the Math Academic Success Center.
Photo ID: Amarillo College student I.D. (for testing and tutoring)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
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".
POLICY ON CHEATING AND PLAGIARISM: Plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated in any math course at Amarillo College. Students that cheat, or attempt to cheat, on any test will receive an automatic “F” in the course. This grade will go on your permanent transcript and cannot be removed. Cheating includes, but is not limited to, the illegal use of books, notes, cell phones, copying or leaving the Math Testing Center with a test or questions from a test. Cheating also includes helping, or attempting to help, other students to cheat on a test. You will be taking your midterm and final exam in the Math Testing Center. 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.
MyMathLab: If you do not purchase a textbook bundled with a MyMathLab Access Code, you will need to purchase the code in the Amarillo College Book Store or online through Pearson.
Calculator: You will need a graphing calculator for this course. All computations and demonstrations in class will be done using a TI-84 Plus. The following calculators are acceptable: TI-83, TI-83 Plus, TI-84, or TI-84 plus graphing calculator. (The Math Department policy is that no TI-89’s or TI-92’s may be used on tests.) You may download a free calculator emulator for 90 days to use at https://education.ti.com/en/downloads/trial-software.
Student Expectation: Students are expected to be ON TIME and PREPARED for class daily. Students should participate in class in a positive manner. Using foul language in emails or discussions will not be tolerated and may result in possible removal from the course. You are expected to express yourself with courtesy and consideration at all times. For a full discussion of appropriate behavior and student responsibilities, please refer to the Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook http://sites.actx.edu/catalog/notices/. Students who fail to comply with the standards outlined in the syllabus and/or Student Rights & Responsibilities will be subject to disciplinary action.
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets the topics that must be covered in order to receive credit for a course. The instructor sets the pace to ensure that these requirements are met. Any student having trouble maintaining the pace should seek extra help from the instructor and/or a tutor.
Online Homework: All homework will be completed online using the MyMathLab website. Help buttons will be available for each problem in MyMathLab, and you may rework problems multiple times until you get the correct answer. Assignment deadlines will be stated on the course calendar and indicated in MyMathLab with each homework assignment. Although this homework will be submitted online, I strongly recommend that you keep an organized log of written work to accompany each homework assignment to better learn the process of solving problems. Two online homework assignments will be dropped when calculating your overall homework average. I do not accept late homework.
Spotlight Problems: Spotlight problems will consist of completing written assignments covering the concepts we have discussed in the lecture. Usually, these problems require a deeper understanding of the basic concepts and students must apply critical thinking skills. These problems will be submitted in class and graded by the instructor.
Exam Reviews: Reviews will be assigned before each major exam and serve as a practice exam. You must turn in a completed exam review before you will be allowed to take your exam.
Exams: Four exams and a comprehensive final exam will be given and completed in the Math Testing Center outside of class time. No late exams will be provided. The Math Testing Center rules are included at the end of the syllabus. Students must show an Amarillo College ID and turn in an exam review before testing. 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 Testing Center.
Final Exam: A comprehensive final exam will be given on Week 8. The deadline for completing the final exam is Wednesday, March 6th by 10pm. The final may not be taken beyond that date. The final exam counts 20% of your grade. If the grade of the final exam is higher than your lowest test, it will replace that grade.
Mandatory Tutoring: If you score below 70 on any unit exam or your overall average drops below a 75, you will be required to complete one hour of tutoring. Tutoring may be completed in the Math Academic Success Center in Durrett Hall Room 104. All graded exams will be kept on file in the Math Testing Center. You must complete the required tutoring before being allowed to take the next exam.
Your course average (A 100 - 90, B 89 - 80, C 79 - 70, D 69 - 60, F Below 60) will be calculated using the following scale:
MML Homework (drop 2): 15%
Spotlight Problems: 10%
Reviews: 5%
Exams: 50%
Final: 20%
I do not accept late work and extra credit is not given.
The deadline to drop this course is Tuesday, October 1st. To complete the drop process, submit your form to me for my signature by noon on October 1st. If you stop attending class and your average drops below 60 due to missed assignments and you do not officially drop the course by this deadline, you will receive an F for the course.
Note: Late drops will NOT be given under any circumstance.
This is a tentative schedule subject to change by the instructor.
Week 1: Orientation, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3
Week 2: 2.2, Spotlight Problems, Exam 1, 10.1
Week 3: 10.2, 10.3, 10.4
Week 4: 10.5, Spotlight Problems, Exam 2, 3.1
Week 5: 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2
Week 6: Spotlight Problems, Exam 3, 5.1, 5.2
Week 7: 5.3, Spotlight Problems, Exam 4, Probability
Week 8: Final Exam - open 10/7 - 10/9, due by 10pm on Wednesday 10/9.
AC Connect: Students will be required to log in to AC Connect on a regular basis to check e-mail, course announcements, and grades. To get into AC Connect, use the website address: http://acconnect.actx.edu . Once logged in, you should see our class listed on your home page. If you need help logging into the site, contact Ask AC at (806) 371-5000
MyMathLab: all instructions on how to register in MML will be given in Blackboard.
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 outside of class.
The following are a few ways to get FREE help outside of class:
Math Testing Center (Durrett 103 – 806.371.5088)
Monday – Thursday 9:00am - 10:00pm Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 8:00pm
No test will be handed out less than one hour before closing.
Math Academic Success Center (Durrett 104 – 806.371.5119)
In-Person Tutoring
Monday – Friday: 8 am – 8 pm
Saturday: 9am - 8 pm
Virtual Tutoring
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/541139851
MATH TESTING CENTER RULES
08/13/24 11:35 AM
08/17/24 10:14 AM