MAC 1105 – COLLEGE ALGEBRA - SYLLABUS



MAC 1105 – COLLEGE ALGEBRA - SYLLABUS

SUMMER 2017

Instructor Anthony DePass Phone 791-2707

Office NM 128 OFFICE HOURS: MW 8:00-10:30, 3:15-4:00

DEPARTMENT CHAIR: Joy Moore, NM 120 (Clearwater), (727) 791-2542

DEAN OF MATHEMATICS: Jimmy Chang, SA 215B (SP/Gibbs), (727) 341-4305

Textbook Required

College Algebra Essentials, ISBN 9780321869715

4th Edition, Robert Blitzer

MYMATHLAB ACCESS

Access the Pearson tab on the bottom left of your course and follow the prompts.

TECHNOLOGY Graphing Calculator required (TI 83 or 84 required) No phone calculators are permitted for any test.

syllabus

ADDENDUM FOLLOWS AFTER PAGE 3

Attendance

STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND CLASS REGULARLY AND ON TIME. IF, FOR ANY REASON, A STUDENT IS ABSENT, HE OR SHE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CLASS NOTES; MAKING COPIES FROM CLASSMATES. BEFORE 6/23/17, THE INSTRUCTOR MAY DROP THE STUDENT FOR EXCESSIVE ABSENCES (MORE THAN THREE). AFTER 6/23/17 NO “W” GRADE WILL BE GIVEN, SO EXCESSIVE ABSENCES MAY RESULT IN A FAILING GRADE. IF A STUDENT IS ABSENT, IT IS HIS/HER RESPONSIBILITY TO NOTIFY THE INSTRUCTOR BEFORE THE NEXT CLASS MEETING.

Testing

TESTS WILL BE GIVEN AT THE CONCLUSION OF EACH UNIT. ONE DROP TEST WILL BE ALLOWED, WHICH WILL ALSO ACCOUNT FOR ANY MISSED TEST. NO MAKE-UP TEST OR QUIZZES WILL BE GIVEN. IF YOU MISS TWO TESTS, YOU WILL BE DROPPED FROM THE COURSE. ANNOUNCED IN CLASS QUIZZES WILL ALSO BE GIVEN AND MAY BE USED AS BONUS POINTS(2 PT. MAX) ADDED TO A TEST GRADE. THE FINAL, WHICH IS A COMPREHENSIVE AND MANDATORY, WILL BE GIVEN AT THE END OF THE TERM. IN ADDITION TO PASSING TEST AND QUIZ GRADES A STUDENT SHOULD MAKE A SCORE OF 70 OR ABOVE ON THE FINAL TO PASS THE CLASS. THE FINAL EXAM CAN’T BE DROPPED.

Assignments

THE ASSIGNMENT LIST FOR THE SEMESTER IS ATTACHED. THE ASSIGNMENTS WILL NOT BE COLLECTED AND WILL NOT BE PART OF YOUR COURSE GRADE. HOWEVER THEY WILL BE REVIEWED IN CLASS. STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR WORKING ALL PROBLEMS ASSIGNED THOROUGHLY AND PREPARING THEMSELVES FOR QUESTIONS DURING THE CLASS SESSIONS. MYMATHLAB IS IN ADDITION TO THE BOOK ASSIGNMENTS LIST, AND WILL BE USED AS AN ADDITIONAL ONLINE STUDENT LEARNING RESOURCE AND WELL AS PART OF YOUR GRADE.

GRADING

Your grade will consist of the 4 highest chapter tests, final exam, MYMATHLAB quiz grade, and the MYMATHLAB homework grade.

Weighted Chapter Test 60%

Final Exam 20%

MMLAB Quizzes 15%

MMLAB Homework 5%

TOTAL 100%

MAJOR LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of fundamental concepts of algebra when determining characteristics and properties of relations and functions and performing processes.

2. The student will demonstrate the ability to solve and graph a variety of equations, inequalities, relations and functions.

3. The student will demonstrate understanding of the concepts of this course, particularly those which will be pertinent in calculus.

Grading

YOUR FINAL GRADE WILL BE COMPROMISED OF CHAPTER TESTS, QUIZ AVERAGE, AND THE FINAL EXAM. THE GRADING SCALE IS AS FOLLOWS:

90 – 100 A

80 – 89 B

70 –  79 C

60 – 69 D

Below 60 F

 

EXTRA HELP

1.) I AM AVAILABLE IN MY OFFICE DURING TIMES POSTED ON MY OFFICE DOOR. FOR ANY EXTRA HELP BESIDES POSTED HOURS, MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO MEET IN MY OFFICE, 2).TUTORING IS ALSO AVAILABLE FROM THE LEARNING SUPPORT CENTER. SEE POSTED HOURS.

 

Disability Statement

IF YOU WISH TO RECEIVE SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS AS A STUDENT WITH A DOCUMENTED DISABILITY, PLEASE MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE LEARNING SUPPORT SPECIALIST IN BUILDING SS 104. IF YOU HAVE A DOCUMENTED HEARING LOSS, PLEASE CONTACT THE PROGRAM FOR THE DEAF/HARD OF HEARING, SS 101, 791-2628 (V/TDD). IF YOU WILL NEED ASSISTANCE DURING AN EMERGENCY CLASSROOM EVACUATION, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CAMPUS LEARNING SPECIALIST IMMEDIATELY ABOUT ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOUR SAFETY. CONTACT THE OFFICES OF SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES AT 791-2628 OR 791-2710.

Information on Sexual Predators on Campus

Federal and State law requires a person designated as a “sexual predator or offender” to register with the

Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). The FDLE then is required to notify the local law enforcement agency where the registrant resides, attends or is employed by an institution of higher learning. Information regarding sexual predators or offenders attending or employed by an institution of higher learning may be obtained from the local law enforcement agency with jurisdiction for the particular campus, by calling the FDLE hotline (1-888-FL-PREDATOR) or (1-888-357-7332), or by visiting the FDLE website at fdle.state.fl.us/sexual_predators. If there are questions or concerns regarding personal safety, please contact the Provost, Associate Provost, Campus Security Office or Site Administrator on your campus.

MAC 1105 - College Algebra

Anticipated Course Calendar

|WK |Section |Page |Problems |

|1 |1.2 |118 |1-79 odd |

| |1.3 |132 |1-9odd, 55-73 odd |

| |1.4 |142 |1-53 odd |

|Complete Quiz 1 |Q1 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. |

|2 |1.5 |160 |1-105 odd, 127, 129, 141 |

| |1.6 |178 |1-75 odd |

|3 |1.7 |195 |1-93 odd |

|Complete Quiz 2 |Q2 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. Take Chapter 1 Review in MyCourses to prepare |

| | | |for Test 1. |

|TEST 1 | | | |

|4 |2.1 |224 |1-91 odd |

| |2.2 |238 |1-75 odd |

| |2.3 |255 |1-71 odd |

|5 |2.4 |266 |1-23 odd |

|Complete Quiz 3 |Q3 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. |

| |2.5 |282 |17-25 odd, 53-117 odd,129-134 all, 141-144 all |

| |2.6 |297 |1-81 odd |

| |2.7 |309 |1-51 odd |

|6 |2.8 |319 |1-29 odd |

|Complete Quiz 4 |Q4 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. Take Chapter 2 Review in MyCourses to prepare |

| | | |for Test 2. |

|TEST 2 | | | |

|7 |3.1 |343 |1-43 odd |

| |3.2 |360 |1-31 odd,41-63 odd |

|8 |3.3 |373 |1-45 odd |

|Complete Quiz 5 |Q5 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. |

| |3.5 |406 |1-79 odd |

| |3.6 |420 |1-59 odd |

|9 |3.7 |430 |1-31 odd |

|Complete Quiz 6 |Q6 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. Take Chapter 3 Review in MyCourses to prepare |

| | | |for Test 3. |

|TEST 3 | | | |

|10 |4.1 |451 |1-55 odd |

| |4.2 |465 |1-111 odd |

|11 |4.3 |477 |1-77 odd, 83-101 odd |

|Complete Quiz 7 |Q7 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. |

| |4.4 |489 |1-91 odd, 103-113 odd |

| |4.5 |504 |1,3,5,11,13,21,29,35 |

|Complete Quiz 8 |Q8 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. Take Chapter 4 Review in MyCourses to prepare |

| | | |for Test 4. |

|TEST 4 | | | |

|12 |5.1 |527 |1-45 odd, 51,55,57,77 |

| |5.2 |537 |1-17 odd |

|Complete Quiz 9 |Q9 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. |

|13 |5.4 |559 |1-51 odd |

| |5.5 |571 |1-61 odd |

|14 |5.6 |580 |1-13 odd |

|Complete Quiz 10 |Q10 in MyMathLab | |This is graded assignment. Take Chapter 5 Review in MyCourses to prepare |

| | | |for Test 5. |

|15 |TEST 5 | | |

|16 |FINAL EXAM | | |

| | | | |

| | | | |

SYLLABUS ADDENDUM

In the event topics listed in this addendum also appear in your syllabus, please note that you should rely on the addendum information as this information is the most current.

IMPORTANT COLLEGE POLICY REGARDING COURSE DROP-ADD PERIOD AND AUDIT INFORMATION

You may drop a course during the first week of class and be eligible for a refund. (See a counselor/advisor to finalize your schedule, so you won’t be left without the classes you want or need). You may not change from credit to audit status after the end of the first week of classes.

GRADING AND REPEAT COURSE POLICIES

State policy specifies that students may not repeat a college credit course for which a grade of “C” or higher has been earned except by appeal to the campus Academic Appeals committee. You may repeat a college credit course one time without penalty. At the third attempt, you will pay the full cost of instruction. The full cost of instruction rate for 2008-09 is $280.39 per credit hour. In addition, at the third attempt you may NOT receive a grade of “I,” “W,” or “X,” but must receive the letter grade earned. This grade will be averaged into your overall grade point average.

ATTENDANCE/ACTIVE PARTICIPATION/WITHDRAWAL POLICIES

In January 2008 the college implemented a new attendance policy. Revised Board of Trustees rule 6Hx23-4.30 replaces the information found on pages 136 and 137 in the Student Rights and Responsibilities section of the 2008-09 Student Planner and Handbook.

Each instructor must exercise professional judgment to determine if you are actively participating in class.   Faculty will publish their own personal participation/attendance policies in their syllabi. This policy will be used to determine grades. If you are not actively participating in class as defined in an instructor’s syllabus, you will be reported to the administration during the week following the voluntary withdrawal date.

Instructors will verify that you are in attendance during the first two weeks of class. If you are classified as a “No Show” for both of the first two weeks, you will be administratively withdrawn.

Immediately following the 60% point of the term, each instructor will verify which students are actively participating in class as defined in the course syllabus. If you are classified as not meeting the criteria for active class participation, you will be administratively withdrawn with a “WF.” You will be able to withdraw yourself at any time during the term. Requests submitted after the 60% deadline, however, will result in a “WF.” You and your instructor will automatically receive notification through SPC e-mail whenever a withdrawal occurs.

FEDERAL GUIDELINES RELATED TO FINANCIAL AID AND TOTAL WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COLLEGE

The U.S. Department of Education has implemented rules for students who obtain a Pell Grant, Stafford Loan, and/or Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant and subsequently totally withdraw from the college. The rule requires you to refund to the Department of Education a portion of your financial aid if you completely withdraw from St. Petersburg College before the 60% point in the term. You also may be required to repay funds to the college if you are identified as not actively participating in all of your classes, or if you do not receive at least one final passing grade (D or higher). Should you consider totally withdrawing from all classes before the published withdrawal date, it is important that you consult the Financial Assistance Services office on your home campus to understand your options and the consequences of total withdrawal.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

St. Petersburg College has an Academic Honesty policy. It is your responsibility to be familiar with the policies, rules, and the consequences of violations.  There is no tolerance for cheating and academic dishonesty. Discipline can range from a zero on a specific assignment to expulsion from the class with a grade of F. Note that copy/pasting published information, whether it’s from your textbook or the Internet, without citing your source is plagiarism and violates this policy. Even if you change the words slightly, the ideas are someone else’s so you still have to cite your sources. Cheating, plagiarism, bribery, misrepresentation, conspiracy, and fabrication are defined in Board Rule 6Hx23-4.461. Student Affairs: Academic Honesty Guidelines, Classroom Behavior.

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

All electronic devices such as cell phones, beepers, pagers, and related devices are to be turned off before entering the classroom, library, and laboratories to avoid disruption. Use of any device in these areas is a violation of college policy and subject to disciplinary action.

College computers are intended for academic work. Inappropriate use of computers during class time is prohibited. You should understand that you may be required to use the Internet for some courses. Furthermore, you may be required to have discussions of class assignments and share papers and other class materials with instructors and classmates via chat rooms and other mechanisms. Therefore, Internet users may be able to access your work whether the access is secured or unsecured. The College cannot protect you from the type of materials on the Internet or the potential piracy of your materials.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

In the event that a hurricane or other natural disaster causes significant damage to St. Petersburg College facilities, you may be provided the opportunity to complete your course work online.  Following the event, please visit the college Web site for an announcement of the college’s plan to resume operations.

You should familiarize yourself with the emergency procedures and evacuation routes located in the buildings you use frequently.  Located in each classroom is an Emergency Response Guide (flip-chart) that contains information for proper actions in response to emergencies.  You should be prepared to assess situations quickly and use good judgment in determining a course of action.  You should evacuate to assembly areas in an orderly manner when an alarm sounds or when directed to do so by college faculty or staff or emergency services personnel.  You may access additional emergency information by going to spcollege.edu/security. In face to face courses your instructor will review the specific campus plans for emergency events.

CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY

For information on campus safety and security policies please contact 791-2560. If there are questions or concerns regarding personal safety, please contact the Provost, Associate Provost, Campus Security Officer, or Site Administrator on your campus.

SEXUAL PREDATOR INFORMATION

Federal and state laws require a person designated as a “sexual predator or offender” to register with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). The FDLE is then required to notify the local law enforcement agency where the registrant resides, attends, or is employed by an institution of higher learning. Information regarding sexual predators or offenders attending or employed by an institution of higher learning may be obtained from the local law enforcement agency with jurisdiction for the particular campus by calling the FDLE hotline (1-888-FL-PREDATOR) or (1-888-357-7332), or by visiting the FDLE website at

Special Accommodations

Disability Resource Office:

If you wish to receive accommodations as a student with a documented disability, please contact Aimee Stubbs, Learning Specialist, SS110, 791-2710. If you need assistance during an emergency evacuation, please contact Mrs. Stubbs immediately about arrangements for your safety. (Disabilities Resources 791-2710 or 791-2628), 341-4758 (SP/G), 394-6108 (SE), 712-5789 (TS), 341-3721 (HEC) or 341-4532(AC).



LIBRARY SERVICES

There are libraries at various SPC sites. You may choose the one that is most convenient for you. You also can access library services online at

FREE TRANSPORTATION TO THE LEEPA-RATTNER MUSEUM OF ART

Free student transportation to the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art on SPC’s Tarpon Springs Campus will be available once each month during the Fall Term from the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus, the Clearwater Campus, and the Seminole Campus. Please visit your Student Activities Office to get departure times and to sign up for a trip to the museum.

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