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MATH-1332-LC1 Contemporary Mathematics
Prerequisite:Scores on a state-approved test indicating college-level math skills Corequisite: MATH 0332
Intended for Non STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors. Topics include introductory treatments of sets and logic, financial mathematics, probability and statistics with appropriate applications. Number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology, and communication should be embedded throughout the course. Additional topics may be covered.
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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
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(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
On Campus Course
Thinking Mathematically, 7th Edition
Author: Robert Blitzer
(Pearson Education, Inc.)
Note: The physical textbook for this course is optional. Daily homework will be completed online using MyMathLab, where an electronic version of the text is accessible.
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 cell phone graphing calculator apps are not permitted in the Math Testing Lab.
Electronic Devices: You will need a working laptop, computer, tablet, or phone with a functioning camera to participate in remote class meetings (if the necessity arises), watch video lectures, and complete online homework.
Printing: 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 or in the Math Academic Success Center in Durrett 104. Every student has $20 pre-loaded onto their student ID to cover printing costs!)
Helpful Apps: In the event that we need to meet virtually via Zoom, you may want to download the Zoom app.
MyMathLab: Students must have access to MyMathLab by purchasing the student access kit from the Amarillo College Bookstore.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:
The following Developmental Math topics will be imbedded in this Contemporary Math course: Fractions; Linear Equations; Properties of Sets; Properties of Real Numbers; Uses of Technologies; and other topics as needed.
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Students are expected to behave in the classroom in a manner that is supportive of the learning environment. For a full discussion of appropriate behavior and student responsibilities, please refer to the Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook which can be accessed using the link above or through the AC Website http://www.actx.edu . Students who fail to comply with the standards outlined in the syllabus and/or Student Rights & Responsibilities will be subject to disciplinary action, which may include, but is not limited to a zero on an assignment or test, an F in the course, or permanent removal from the classroom.
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, but is not limited to: the use of a cell phone, notes, notecards, or books during an exam, copying work from another student, or leaving the classroom or Math Testing Center with a test or questions from a test. Cheating also includes helping, or attempting to help, other students cheat on a test". You will not be allowed to take your tests until this contract is signed and on file with your instructor. Please Note: NO CELL PHONES may be used during an exam in class or in the Math Testing Lab. If your phone is out at any time for any reason during while in the Testing Room, you will receive an automatic "F" for the course.
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.
Your course grade (90-100 A, 80-89 B, 70-79 C, 60-69 D, below 60 F) will be calculated using the following weights:
|
Grading Policy |
Percentages |
|
Attendance |
5% |
|
MyMathLab Homework (Drop 2) |
20% |
|
Chapter Review Worksheets |
5% |
|
Major Exams (4 Exams, no drops) |
50% |
| Comprehensive Final Exam* | 20% |
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. You may continue working on all the assignments for the week until Sundays at midnight. No late homework will be accepted. These MyMathLab Due dates will be posted on the class schedule in Blackboard and also on the MyMathLab website. Though this homework will be submitted online, I strongly recommend that you keep an organized log of written work to accomplany each homework assignment to better learn the process of solving problems.
Review Worsheets: Following each unit of instruction, a review worksheet can be printed from Blackboard. Students must complete this review, and submit it in the Math Testing Lab as a "ticket" to take the exam. You will not be allowed to take the exam until you submit a completed review. Reviews will be graded based on completion. If you miss an exam and do not submit a review, you will receive a zero for the review. No review grades will be dropped, and no late reviews will be accepted.
Exams: Five unit exams will be given oustide of class in the Math Testing Lab. Due dates for exams are posted in the class schedule in Blackboard, and no late exams will be accepted.
Mandatory Tutoring: If you score below a 70 on any unit exam, you will be required to complete one hour of tutoring before taking the next exam. Tutoring may be completed on campus in the Math Academic Success Center in Durrett Hall Room 104. Note that you will not be allowed to take the next exam until you complete the required tutoring.
Comprehensive Final Exam: The final exam is comprehensive, covering all five chapters. It will be completed in the Math Testing Lab, and there will be a similar review to help you prepare for this exam. If your final exam grade is higher than your lowest chapter exam score, it will replace that grade in addition to counting 20% for the final exam grade. If your final exam is your lowest test grade, it will only count 20% for the final exam grade. The comprehensive final exam must be completed by Wednesday, March 9 by 8PM. No extensions will be offered for this due date.
Extra Credit: Extra credit will not be given.
Note: Math 1332 and Math 0332 are linked together and known as a co-requisite pairing. Successful completion of both courses is essential. One course cannot be dropped without dropping both which might have serious financial aid consequences. There are no extra credit opportunities in this course. To earn credit, you must pass with a “C” or better average in both courses. Each of the two classes will have course specific requirements; however, because Math 0332 and Math 1332 are fully integrated major test grades from Math 1332, including the conditional final, will count in both course gradebooks.
Teamwork: These co-requisite courses require team work. We will all work together as a team to be successful. My part is to present the material to you in an organized manner and to teach you. My part is to also work closely together with your Math 0332 instructor who will build foundational skills to help support the materials presented in our Math 1332 class. Your part is to come to class, do your homework, focus problems, and reviews, and come to tutoring or to my office for help. I look forward to working together this semester.
Attendance: Attendance will be taken every day at the beginning of each class, so please be on time. If you are late or you leave class early without prior permission, you will be counted absent for the day. You are allowed to miss one day without penalty. For every absence after the first, 5 points will be deducted for your attendance grade.
The deadline to drop this course is Tuesday, March 1, 2022. To complete the drop process, you must submit your drop form to me by noon on March 1 and submit it to the Registrar that day. 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.
Note: Late drops will NOT be given under any circumstance.
Semester Schedule: (subject to change at any time by your instructor)
Week 1: Orientation, 2.1, 2.2
Week 2: 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, Chapter 2 Exam
Week 3: 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4
Week 4: 3.7, Chapter 3 Exam, 8.1, 8.3
Week 5: 8.4, 8.5, 8.6, 8.7
Week 6: Chapter 8 Exam, 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, 11.4
Week 7: Chapter 11 Exam, 12.1, 12.2, 12.3, 12.4
Week 8: Comprehensive Final Exam
BLACKBOARD
Students will be required to login to Blackboard via the AC Connect portal on a regular basis to check e-mail, course announcements, grades, and course materials. To get into Blackboard, go to www.actx.edu and click the AC Connect portal. Log in to Blackboard. Once you have 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
GETTING STARTED WITH MYMATHLAB
TUTORING
Tutoring may be completed in the Math Academic Success Center in person on campus (Durrett Hall Room 104) or virtually by Zoom. To join an ongoing Zoom Meeting for tutoring, click the Tutoring Zoom link in Blackboard, or go to https://zoom.us/j/541139851. Use the Meeting ID: 541 139 851
| In Person | Remote Tutoring |
|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | Monday, Wednesday, Saturday 8:00am - 8:00pm |
| 8:00am - 8:00pm | Tuesday, Thursday 8:00am-midnight |
| Saturday | Sunday 2:00pm-6:00pm |
| 9:00am - 8:00pm | https://zoom.us/j/541139851 |
| 371-5119 |
TESTING
The Math Testing Lab is located in Durrett Hall, Room 103.
| Math Testing Center Hours |
|---|
| Monday - Thursday |
| 8:00am - 9:00pm |
| Friday |
| 8:00am-8:00pm |
| Saturday |
| 9:00am - 8:00pm |
| 371-5088 |
Please note: No tests will be given out less than one hour before the Math Lab closes
12/14/21 8:06 AM
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