MATH 143 C16
CLASS SYLLABUS
Spring 2016
Raymond Arp
Instructor
MATH 143 C16
Class Syllabus
CLASS: / College Algebra; 3 credits; Section C16T-R; 5:30 pm – 6:50 pm; CSI Shields, Room 204
KEY
/ Instructor: / Raymond L. Arp, P.E.INFORMATION: / Email: / or
Textbook: / “College Algebra” by Paul Sisson, 1st edition.
The course covers chapter 2 – 9
(Hawkes Learning Center)
PREREQUISITE: / Math 043/108 with “C” or higher; Compass Test – Algebra: 62 or higher or College Algebra: 31 or higher; ACT Math 23 or higher; or SAT Math 540 or higher.
DESCRIPTION:
COURSE GOAL: / This course includes fundamental concepts of Algebra; equations and inequalities; functions and graphs; polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of equations and inequalities; conics; the Binomial Theorem.
This course is designed for the student to build on the terminology, techniques, and the concepts of Algebra. Algebra is a mathematical language that provides tools for stating, simplifying, and picturing relationships. The ability to think analytically and solve problems is important in any profession and employers expect a college graduate to have said skills.
GRADING PRACTICES: / Homework is assigned, and classroom reviewed, and spot graded via quizzes. Required problems are a multiple of 3: 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 16, 19, 22, etc.; except the last problem of section. Practice makes perfect.
The benefit of doing homework will not only be in grasping the subject matter, but will be of assistance during announced quizzes; which will be closed book but, open homework.
Hawkes Learning is a step-by-step tutorial that is recommended: http://www.hawkeslearningcenter.com/download
Course ID: CSICOL
Hawkes Learning Technical Support: 800.426.9538
Class participation and a quiz after each chapter; two through eight. / 15%
Four, 150 point, exams; each taken in the Testing Center / 60%
One comprehensive,2 hour, departmental final exam; given in classroom / 25%
Standard grading scale applies: A (90-100%), B (80-89%), C (70-79%), etc.; successful course completion is at least a “C” grade. An incomplete is available but not a recommended avenue to pursue. An “F” on the final exam will result in a student not passing the class with a “C”.
EXAM POLICY:
CLASSROOM
GUIDELINES:
PROGRESS REPORTS:
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: / · Chapter Exams are taken in the Testing Center. Testing Center hours are 8:00 am. – 9:30 pm. (M-F) and 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm (S). Please allow at least one to two hours. A picture CSI ID is required to take any exam at the testing center. No exceptions.
· All chapter exams are 20 questions, worth 7.5 points each, with plenty of space to work out solutions; partial credit will be given.
· Exams must be completed within four test center days from scheduled exam date on tentative calendar.
· No exam retakes; extenuating circumstances will be reviewed. Please contact the instructor prior to scheduled exam.
· Four chapter exams will be graded, with the option of one exam score being exchanged with the class average. Note: a missed exam is a failed exam.
· A comprehensive two hour final exam will be given in class. No makeup final.
· All chapter quizzes are 6 questions, worth three points each; partial credit will be given. Again quiz problems are from the homework, only. Said quizzes will be done in class, as announced. There will be no quiz retakes.
· All work on exams and quizzes is to be done in pencil with the answer circled for full credit.
· Cheating on a quiz or exam will result in an automatic zero. Cheating of any kind or academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and may be grounds for dismissal.
· Attendance is critical if not essential for successful completion. The class schedule is aggressive and demanding. Statistically, those that attend class seem to grasp a given concept more effectively than those that do not attend.
· A few minute break will be given mid-way through class.
· Follow directions. All forms of conduct must be ethical and professional.
· Electronic devices, such as cell phones and PDA’s need to be out of sight and silenced. Please refrain from texting; if necessary, leave class.
· Profanity, vulgarity, insulting language, or other inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated; students must be respectful and courteous to each other. Students not adhering to this rule will be dropped from class.
· Students must adhere to all applicable policies in the CSI catalog. Online at www.csi.edu
· Be prepared, Be polite, and Be on time.
If a student’s progress is unsatisfactory as indicated by lack of attendance, poor test scores, incomplete or poor homework, or classroom behavior, the instructor may institute the PASS (Positive Action for Student Success) Program and alert the Advising Center of the difficulties. A letter may be sent to the student with the intent to provide the student with the resources necessary to be successful in the class. This is the “early alert” system.
If a student continues to have difficulties through the course, the instructor may institute the SMART (Students Making A Right Turn) program which aims at contacting students who may need a “wake up” alert in making academic decisions before it’s too late in the semester. These “wake up” red flags may arise from a broad spectrum of issues: attendance, coursework, classroom behavior, and other factors impeding the student’s success at CSI. The intent of this “late alert” program is to develop positive student/teacher communication in order to map out a course of action for student achievement and success, before the last day to drop.
A student will have achieved the course objective when they successfully demonstrate their understanding of the course content by completing homework assignments, developing solutions to application problems, and communicating solutions to problems. The course content includes:
· Linear equations
· Formulas
· Quadratic equations
· Solve other types of equations Inequalities with one Lines Circles
· Functions
· Graph and analyze common functions
· Transformations and combinations of functions
· Quadratic functions
· Polynomial functions
· Rational functions
· Variations
· Conic sections
· Exponential functions and equations
· Logarithmic functions and equations
· Systems of equations
· Systems of inequalities
· Binomial theorem
ADMINISTRATION
NOTES: / · Student email: CSI email is the primary source of written communication to all students. It is the student’s responsibility to check their CSI email accounts regularly. Failing to do so will result in missing important messages and deadlines. Student e-mail addresses have the following format: . Free training is provided at the Taylor building.
· Computer Literacy: All CSI students are required to demonstrate competency on a computer skills assessment before obtaining any associate degree through CSI. See “Degree and Certificate Requirements” in CSI catalog.
· Disability Statement: Any students with a documented disability may be eligible for related accommodations. To determine eligibility contact Student Disability Services located on the 2nd floor of the CSI Taylor Building or 208/732-6260. See “Student Disability Services” in CSI catalog.
· Online evaluation: Students are strongly encouraged to fill out an “online” course evaluation within the last two weeks of class. Said evaluation assists in continued improvement of course. Contents of evaluations are anonymous. Please give honest feedback. Ten points of extra credit will be given. Evaluation found at www.evaluation.csi.edu.
· Drop/Withdrawal Policy: The student is responsible for dropping a class. In order to withdraw from this math course following late registration (first Friday of the term), a completed registration form is required. Student must drop course or withdraw within the first 12 weeks, or receive applicable letter grade.
· CSI Campus Security – The College of Southern Idaho is committed to providing safe campuses for all students. Currently in place is an Emergency Notification System (RAVE) that provides information relating to an emergency on any CSI campus. Students are encouraged to report any emergency (medical, criminal, behavioral, etc.) that is cause for action. Do this by calling 911 regardless of which campus you are on. The Twin Falls campus is equipped with an Emergency Warning “Siren” that can be heard outside of buildings across campus. In the event of a signal, students arriving on campus should leave, and others should proceed with caution to avoid the emergency area.
· Outcomes Assessment:
1) Philosophy Statement: General education in Mathematics develops the understanding of mathematics as a language which permits the student to express, define, and answer questions about the world.
2) Student Learning Outcomes:
· The students will be able to analyze real-world questions and mathematically structure strategies to model the questions.
· The students will be able to correctly provide solutions to the models of the questions.
· The students will be able to communicate the solutions to the questions when analyzed and solved mathematically.
· Nondiscrimination Statement
It is the policy of the College of Southern Idaho to comply with all federal, state and local authorities requiring nondiscrimination, including but not limited to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Executive Orders 12898 (Environmental Justice) and 13166 (Limited English Proficiency). College of Southern Idaho is an equal opportunity employer.
The college does not exclude from participation in, deny the benefits of, or subject any individual to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, income, protected veteran status, limited English proficiency, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
For more information or if you believe you have been subject to discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, or if you believe you have been subject to discrimination on any other basis, please contact the College of Southern Idaho’s Title IX, ADA, and 504 Coordinator: Director of Human Resources, 208/732-6267 Or Associate Dean of Student Affairs, 208/732-6225.
SUGGESTIONS: / · Always use a piece of paper to the “fullest”; front and back.
· Show all homework neatly completely and with all necessary steps; pencil should be used. Answers must be circled. Divide the paper into two columns and work answers, vertically. This will be an advantage during a quiz.
· Be organized. Have a 3-ring binder with tabs for organizing documents into handouts, class notes, homework, quizzes and exams.
· Ask questions until the concept is understood.
· Schedule time of at least nine (9) additional hours per week outside of class for preparing, studying concepts, and doing homework. This class covers a great deal of material. Three hours of studying on a Sunday is not as productive as three hours of paced study. Time management is important to school and employment success.
· Schedule time for math every day. Keep up with the homework. Study effectively. Be honest with yourself. Develop a “can do” attitude toward Math. Listening and watching is not enough.
Come to class prepared by reading the next scheduled section’s objectives. Reread section’s assignments after class; doing applicable examples and exercises. Math concepts must be practiced, practiced, and practiced.
· A graphing calculator (TI-83 or newer) is required. Note: A graphing calculator can be used on quizzes and exams.
· Math assistance:
o Free, drop-in, math tutoring will be available: either at the campus Math Lab in SHL 207 or at the Academic Development Center Lab in GRM 202.
o Hawkes Learning videos are a great online tutorial; that is recommended.
o Form a study group of committed students with similar educational goals.
TENTATIVE
SCHEDULE:
January 2016Sun / Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri / Sat
Week 1
/ 18Holiday / 19
Introduction
2.1
(1) / 20 / 21
2.2-2.3
(2) / 22 / 23
24 / 25 / 26
2.4-2.5
(2) / 27 / 28
2.5-2.6
(2) / 29 / 30
February 2016
Sun / Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri / Sat
31 / 1 / 2
Exam 1 Ch 2
Quiz 1
3.1-3.2
(2) / 3 / 4
3.2-3.3
(2) / 5 / 6
7 / 8 / 9
3.4-3.5
(2) / 10 / 11
3.5-3.6
(2) / 12 / 13
14 / 15
Holiday / 16
Quiz 2
4.1
(1) / 17 / 18
4.2-4.3
(2) / 19 / 20
21
Week 6
/ 22 / 234.4
(1) / 24 / 25
4.5
(1) / 26 / 27
Schedule Legend
Exam:Exam 1, which includes Chapter 2, will be in the testing center from the 2nd at 5 pm to the 6th at 5 pm.
This is 4 test center days. / / 2
Exam 1 Ch 2
Quiz 1
3.1-3.2
(2) / Classroom:
-Quiz 1 over
Chapter 2
- Two math section(s) of instruction covered.
March 2016
Sun / Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri / Sat
28 / 29 / 1
4.6
(1) / 2 / 3
Exam 2 Ch 3&4
Quiz 3
5.1
(1) / 4 / 5
6 / 7 / 8
5.2
(1) / 9 / 10
5.3-5.4
(2) / 11 / 12
13 / 14 / 15
5.4
(1) / 16 / 17
Quiz 4
6.1
(1) / 18 / 19
20 / 21 / 22
Spring / 23 / 24
Break / 25 / 26
27
Week10
/ 28 / 296.2
(1) / 30 / 31
6.3
(1)
April 2016
Sun / Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri / Sat
/ 1 / 2
3 / 4 / 5
6.4
(1) / 6 / 7
Exam 3 Ch 5&6
Quiz 5
7.1
(1)
(Take Home) / 8 / 9
10 / 11 / 12
7.2
(1) / 13 / 14
7.3
(1) / 15 / 16
17
Week13
/ 18 / 197.4
(1) / 20 / 21
7.5
(1) / 22 / 23
24 / 25 / 26
Exam 4 Ch 7
Quiz 6
8.1
(1) / 27 / 28
8.7
(1)
Omit 8.2-8.6 / 29 / 30
May 2016
Sun / Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri / Sat
1 / 2 / 3
Quiz 7
9.5
(1)
Omit 9.1-9.6 / 4 / 5
Comprehensive Review / 6 / 7
8
Week 16
/ 9 / 10Final Exam
6:00-8:00 PM
In classroom / 11 / 12
. / 13 / 14
Arp Math 143-C16 Spring 2016 Page 9 of 10