OCC Math 192 PRECALCULUS II
Professor Henderson’s Course Information Sheet
Spring 2011 Prof. L. HENDERSON Office Hours: Monday 12:30 – 1:30
Office: Russell Building R-110 Tuesday 11 – 12:15
Phone: 732-255-0400 x 2184 (voice mail) Thursday 12:30 – 1:30
E-mail: Friday 11 – 12:15
Welcome to Math 192.02 PRECALCULUS II. This section meets at 9:30 Tuesdays and Fridays.
Catalog Description
This course is the second of a two-course sequence which prepares a student for the study of calculus. It is designed to provide students with the mathematical knowledge needed to successfully integrate mathematics into their chosen area of study or career path.
Trigonometric functions and their inverses, trigonometric identities and equations, and complex numbers are studied from an algebraic, analytical, and graphical perspective. Additional topics may include determinates, sequences and series, analytic geometry, and mathematical induction. Students cannot earn more than a total of six (6) graduation credits for any combination of MATH 191, MATH 192, and MATH 195. Prerequisite: MATH 191 or an appropriate placement score.
Required Text
Please note we are using the 8th EDITION. Both ISBNs listed below are for the same text. This text is used in both MATH 191 and MATH 192 courses. If you took MATH 191 at OCC, then you are using the same text book.
PRECALCULUS, Eighth Edition by Larson ISBN-13: 978-1-4390-4577-0
or ISBN-10: 1-4390-4577-1
calculators
Scientific calculators are generally permitted for quizzes and tests, however, calculators may not be shared. You will need a scientific calculator that can do trig functions and inverse trig functions [look for arc sin or sin–1 buttons]. If you would like to use a calculator, you are responsible for supplying your own. One will not be provided for you. Graphing calculators may be rented for the semester for a nominal fee through the OCC Math Club. There are a limited number of TI-83 calculators available for rent so it is first come, first served.
Course Learning Outcomes/Objectives
At the end of the course, a successful student should be able to:
· Demonstrate an understanding of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions,
· Distinguish trigonometric graphs
· Solve trigonometric applications.
· Apply the trigonometric form of complex numbers
· Perform operations on complex numbers in trigonometric form.
· Demonstrate further proficiency in the use of a graphing utility and/or computer software.
General Education Goals Addressed in the Course
The course will assist in the preparation to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and provide a quality academic experience that will enhance lifelong learning. Students taking this course will develop the ability to become independent thinkers through mathematical reasoning, develop the ability to solve problems by collecting, organizing and evaluating information, and effectively communicate their results or conclusions.
Homework
Homework is assigned and all students are expected to complete the assignment by the next class. If you should be absent, you are responsible for getting the assignment and notes. As adult learners, you already know that you should be sure to return to class prepared to go on with the new material.
Although homework is assigned, it is not collected. Exam and quiz questions are usually designed to mirror problems from the homework. Some exam or quiz problems might even identically match something from the homework.
Ocean Cruiser
All students have accounts on Ocean Cruiser (https://prod.campuscruiser.com/). Homework, announcements, handouts, and the current syllabus will be posted on the site. Even your test grades will be posted there! Your ocean cruiser email will be used for any electronic correspondence so you must check it regularly.
Henderson’s Attendance Policy
Attendance is taken and noted. Our class attendance policy permits 5 absences but near perfect attendance is strongly encouraged and appreciated. No make-up tests will be allowed UNLESS you make arrangements with me ahead of time. Emergencies do happen. If so, make a telephone call to me as soon as possible. My office telephone number: 732-255-0400 ext. 2184 (voice mail) is accessible 24 hours a day.
· If a student should miss 5 classes or two exams on or before the last date to withdraw [see below for date], he or she will be withdrawn [College Policy #5162 determines whether the grade will be W or F], effective immediately, from the course.
· After the last day to withdraw, attendance will continue to be noted and recorded. For each absence exceeding a total count of five from the beginning of the semester, the student’s average may be lowered one full grade.
· Professor Henderson assumes that if a student should miss a class, there is a valid reason. Therefore, she does not differentiate between excused or not. Professor Henderson simply keeps track of the number of absences.
· A student is either present for the entire class or not. Arriving late and/or leaving early without permission will be considered ½ of an absence.
College Withdrawal Policy – spring Semester 2011
The last day that a student may withdraw or be withdrawn from a course for the Spring 2011 semester is Monday, April 4, 2011, with the instructor assigning a grade of “W” and providing the last date of attendance. If a student stops attending or is administratively withdrawn after this date, an “F” will be assigned. The Add/Drop/Withdrawal Form can be obtained from the Registration and Records Office on the first floor of the Administration Building. Return the completed and signed form to the Registration and Records Office.
The absolute last day a withdrawal will be accepted is Monday, April 4, 2011.
Tentative Topical Outline
Trigonometric functions based on the unit circle and the right triangle
Graphs of trigonometric functions
Inverse trigonometric functions
Applications and models
Verifying trigonometric identities
Solving trigonometric equations
The Law of Sines and the Law of Cosines
*Complex numbers in trigonometric form
*De Moivre’s Theorem
*Systems of Equations and Inequalities, *Determinants, *Sequences and Series, *Mathematical Induction, *Analytic Geometry
* The Instructor will choose which of these topics to include in the course based on the time remaining.
Quizzes and Tests
· Exam grades represent the most significant part of your final grade. The tests will total 400 points.
Test #1 Trigonometry: Sections 4.1, 4.2, 4.4 worth 100 points
Test #2 Trigonometry: Sections 4.5, 4.6, 4.7 worth 100 points
Test #3 Applications using Trig: Sections 4.3, 4.8, 6.1, 6.2 worth 100 points
Test #4 Analytical Trig: Sections 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5 worth 100 points
Test #5 [Optional] Comprehensive Exam [worth 100 points]
· As general rule, there are no make-up tests. Emergencies do happen. If so, make a telephone call to me as soon as possible. My office telephone number: 732-255-0400 ext. 2184 (voice mail) is available 24/7.
· Please keep in mind that only extraordinary circumstances should prevent you from taking a test when it is scheduled. If there is a serious situation, call me within 24 hours of the test, either before or after the exam, preferably before. A doctor’s note is required for medical absences. It is very important to realize that missing a test can have a huge negative impact on your grade for the course. Remember: only extraordinary circumstances will warrant taking a make-up test and that written documentation will be required. The make-up exam will be slightly more difficult than the test taken by the class. If you have any questions, please see me as soon as possible.
· You will have a quiz every Tuesday unless there is a test that week or unless the class did not earn the right to have one due to poor performance on the previous quiz. The quizzes are a wonderful opportunity to earn extra credit points. The extra credit points are included in your total number of points earned for the semester. There are no quiz make-ups so don’t miss class. Ask me about donuts!?!
Grading Scale
Grades are based on the following scale:
360-400 points [90% and above] A Outstanding or consistently excellent work
320-359 points [80 - 89% range] B Above average or very good work
280-319 points [70 - 79% range] C Average
240-279 points [60 - 69% range] D Below average
below 240 points [below 60%] F and you should retake the course
Homework, class participation, group work, attendance, etc. may be considered for borderline cases.
Statement of Accommodation
Any student with a documented disability condition (for example: physical, learning, vision, hearing) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the instructor and the Center for Academic Excellence at the beginning of the semester.
Classroom Civility
· Cheating is not tolerated. If caught, disciplinary action will be taken. Students should refer to the student handbook and review Policy #5180.
· A late arrival tends to disrupt the class and distract all of us. If you believe you have some extenuating circumstance affecting your arrival time, please see me individually. Also, please expect to stay for the entire class period. Try to see me before the start of class if you are forced to leave a little bit early.
· Please avoid private conversations during the class period since this is distracting to me and to other students. Please treat all students in the class with respect and consideration. You are encouraged to participate in class discussions. No humorous comments made at another person’s expense are allowed.
· Please avoid the practice of early “pack up time” at the end of class. I find this extremely distracting. I rarely go over the scheduled class time so you can expect to be out of class on time. However, please keep in mind that I will determine the end of the class period and I hope to have your full attention and participation until dismissal.
· Regarding cell phones, pagers, and related equipment: please use a silent mode or turn it off while in the classroom to avoid disrupting class. Your cooperation with this request is appreciated by all of us.
· Please avoid eating or drinking during class.
· Use good judgment with regard to attire, e.g. preferably no hats in class.
FREE Tutoring is Available
· My office hours (if they are not convenient for you, please be aware that you have other options). NO APPOINTMENT IS NECESSARY.
· Mathematics Tutoring Center, located in the Russell Building room 123:
A professional tutor is available Monday thru Friday, with a variety of hours which are posted on the door of room 123. NO APPPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED but don’t wait until the last minute to ask for help. She also offers tutoring at the Southern Education Center in Room 126 two times a week.
· Tutorial computer programs for basic algebraic skills are available in the math lab, Russell Building room 135.
· Student Success Seminars are scheduled each week and are posted on the college website under “Campus Resources and Services”.
Finally, I want you to succeed. I promise you that I will come to class prepared, ready to assist you, maybe even enlighten you!
You must realize that mathematics is not a spectator sport. It is very easy for me to watch my husband do a pushup but a whole different situation when I attempt to do one. It is not as easy as it looks! The same can be said about watching someone else do a math problem.
Success takes time. You should anticipate working on this course approximately 6-8 hours outside of class each week, allowing more time for test preparation. Do your best and I am ready to help you in any way that I can.
If you have any questions on these procedures or if at any time you find some aspect of the class to be distracting or disturbing to you, please see me individually as soon as possible.
Reasonable changes to this course outline may be made by the instructor.
All individuals should not assume that anything received, sent, or stored in this course or in any course is private. Students’ written work, assignments, and test results may be used anonymously for college assessment purposes. Course content, support materials, and communications (including chats, discussions, emails, and any other forms of communication) may be used for quality assurance purposes by authorized college administrators.
FREE Tutoring is Available
· My office hours (if they are not convenient for you, please be aware that you have other options).
NO APPOINTMENT IS NECESSARY.
To arrange a meeting with me in addition to the regularly scheduled office hours, please contact me directly or contact the Department of Mathematics (Department Phone: 732-255-0400 x 2158; Office Phone: 732-255-0400 x 2184; Email: ) to set up a mutually agreed upon time.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:30 – 1:30 / 11 – 12:15 / 12:30 – 1:30 / 11 – 12:15· Mathematics Tutoring Center, located in the Russell Building room 123: PHONE 732-255-0400 x 2341
A professional tutor is available Monday thru Friday, with a variety of hours which are posted on the door of room 123. NO APPPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED but don’t wait until the last minute to ask for help. She also offers tutoring at the Southern Education Center in Room 126 a couple of times a week.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
10 – 2 / 10 – 5 / 9 – 5 / 11 – 7 / 10 – 3· At Southern Education Center, room 126: PHONE 609-978-2077
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
3 – 5· Tutorial computer programs for basic algebraic skills are available in the math lab, Russell Building room 135.
· In addition, Student Success Seminars are scheduled each week and are posted on the college website under “Campus Resources and Services.” More information on college services can be found by using the A-Z index on the college website (for example, under “T” for Tutoring or under “S” for Study Strategy Sessions.)
Important Notes
Ocean Cruiser is the official email communication for students at OCC ()
Failure to pay for this course may result in your being dropped for non-payment.
Ø There are no classes on Monday, Feb. 20th, due to President’s Day.
Ø Spring break is Monday, March 14th to Sunday, March 20th.
Ø Last day to drop is Monday, April 4th.
Failing to prepare
is preparing to fail.