Course Syllabus ̶
Math
1111, College Algebra
Summer Maymester 2011
Course: MATH 1111, College Algebra
CRN 50006, MW 11:25 am-2:35 pm, Room W-116
Course Description:
MATH 1111 is college algebra. This course is a functional
approach to algebra that incorporates the use of appropriate technology.
Emphasis will be placed on the study of functions and their graphs,
inequalities, and linear, quadratic, piece-wise defined, rational, polynomial,
exponential, and logarithmic functions. Appropriate applications will be
included. Students cannot receive
credit toward graduation for more than one of the following: MATH 1001 or
MATH 1111.
Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement scores and two years of high school
algebra or MATH 0099
Instructor: Kelly Shane
Office:
Office 221, Floyd Campus
Office Hours:
Please note that additional office
hours are available after class and by appointment. Students are strongly
encouraged to schedule a meeting with the instructor whenever necessary to
discuss class policies or course material.
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Campus |
Day |
Time |
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Rome |
MTWTF |
10:30 am – 11:25 am |
Contact
Information:
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Direct Number to Office |
706.368.7750 |
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E-mail Address |
kshane@highlands.edu (Try
first.) |
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Web Site Address |
http://www.highlands.edu/academics/support/kshane/ |
Textbook: Precalculus, 4th
edition, Blitzer
Additional Resources:
TI-83 or equivalent graphing calculator is required.
Calculator Requirement:
Each student taking this course needs access to a TI-83 or
equivalent graphing/scientific calculator. Students will use their
calculator while participating in class, taking exams, and completing homework
exercises. Please note that sharing calculators during graded
assignments is not permitted. Other electronic
devices may not be used during exams or quizzes— usage of such devices will
result in an automatic F on the exam or quiz.
Course Content: Selected sections from
chapters 1-3.
Grading Policies:
Three exams and a final exam will be given during the
semester. Each exam will count 100 points, while the final exam will count 200
points. There will be a daily quiz on
homework material. Quiz grades will
count a total of 50 points. Homework will be due every class. Homework assignments will count a total of 50
points.
The usual grading scale (90%—100% is an A, 80%—90% is a B,
etc.) will apply.
Students who simply quit attending
class without officially withdrawing will receive a grade of F in the class.
Additionally, students are encouraged to retain copies of
all graded coursework returned during the semester. The coursework will
aid students in preparing for the final exam and will serve as evidence of
academic performance throughout the semester.
The instructor retains the prerogative
of altering the above plans as circumstances dictate.
Academic Policies:
If a student simply quits attending class without officially
withdrawing, the student will receive a grade of F in the class.
The last day for officially withdrawing from any class
without grade penalty is mid-semester. Withdrawals after mid-semester are
subject to approval by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and will be
issued only in cases of extreme emergency or hardship.
Midterm
Date: May 24
Final
Date: June 6
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students completing this course should satisfy the following
goal and learning outcomes.
Team Goal—Mathematics
Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply
mathematical thought and methods.
Related Team Outcomes
• Students will be able to demonstrate algebraic skills in
solving equations.
• Students will be able to graph an abstract function.
• Students will be able to graph a real-life function.
• Students will be able to model concrete problems and
arrive at solutions.
• Students will be able to graph relationships other than
functions.
• Students will be able to demonstrate algebraic skills in
solving inequalities.
• Students will be able to use appropriate technology to
enhance mathematical thinking and understanding.
• Students will be able to interpret a real-life function.
Information Competency:
This course supports
the mission of IC @ GHC. To learn more
about this program visit our website at www.highlands.edu/ic.
Class Attendance & Make-up
Exams:
Students are expected to attend each and every
scheduled class session. Since lectures begin promptly at the scheduled time,
students are encouraged to avoid arriving late to class. Roll will be taken at
the beginning of each class session. Attendance will be
reflected in students’ grades through homework assignments.
Students absent for an exam or to turn in
assignments will not be allowed to make up the exam or assignments unless they
contact the instructor BEFORE
the missed class AND the instructor gives the student permission to make up the
exam. Students must make arrangements
for making up the work PRIOR to the scheduled class date. Students will be allowed to make up the work
only under extreme circumstances, and no make-up exams will be administered or
late work will be accepted if students do not contact the instructor in advance
of the originally scheduled exam date.
Academic Dishonesty:
Cheating will not be tolerated in this class. If the instructor
suspects a student of cheating, the instructor will notify the student of the
allegations outside of class. The allegations will be referred to the
Director of Student Life for appropriate action. The procedures and
penalties implemented both by the instructor and the Director of Student Life
shall be in accordance with the college's Academic Integrity Policy. The
policy can be accessed on-line at
http://www.highlands.edu/subwebs/academicaffairs/academicintegritypolicy.htm
Americans with Disabilities Act
Compliance:
Students who feel they need an accommodation based on the
impact of a disability should make an appointment with the
Special Note to Students Receiving Financial Aid:
This message applies only to students receiving financial
aid: Federal regulations state that if a student did not attend classes
and received failing grades, then the grades were not earned and financial aid
needs to be reduced accordingly. Please be advised that any student
receiving a 0.00 GPA will be required to prove that the 0.00 GPA was earned by
attending classes or completing requirements for each class. Students
who have earned at least one passing grade for the semester will not be
affected by this regulation. If a student has properly withdrawn from
all classes, the student’s financial aid should be adjusted from the time they
signed the withdrawal form.
In Conclusion:
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns during the semester, please feel free to contact me.
Homework
· Section P.2 #1-55 odd
· Section P.3 #1-47 odd, 91-99 odd
· Section P.7 #11-65 every other odd, #75-81 odd, #91-99
odd
· Section 1.1 #1-27 odd
· Section 1.2 #1-41 every other odd, 51-89 odd, 105
· Section 1.3 #1-13 odd, 17-33 odd, 37-47 odd, 55-59 odd
· Section 1.4 #1-69 every other odd
· Section 1.5 #1-21 odd
· Section 1.6 #1-9 odd, 17-25 odd, 45, 47, 53-59 odd, 67-71
odd, 81-87 odd, 95-99 odd
· Section 1.6 #11-15 odd, 27-31 odd, 49, 51, 75, 79, 91,
93, 101, 105, 111
· Section 1.7 #1-41 every other odd, 49-69 every other odd,
81, 83, 89-91 odd
· Section 1.8 #1-57 every other odd, 77-85 odd
· Section 1.9 #1-61 every other odd
· Section 2.1 #1-49 every other odd
· Section 2.2 #1-41 every other odd, 57, 59, 67
· Section 2.3 #1-23 odd, 25-61 every other odd, 95, 97
· Section 2.4 #1-45 every other odd
· Section 2.5 #1-23 odd
· Section 2.5 #25-49 odd
· Section 2.6 #1-13 odd, 21-35 odd, 37-65 odd, 71-77 odd
· Section 3.1 #1-49 every other odd, 53, 55, 61, 65
· Section 3.2 #1-43 odd, 53-63 odd, 75-99 odd, 119, 129,
131
· Section 3.3 #1-33 every other odd, #41-65 every other
odd, 71-81 odd
· Section 3.4 #1-21 odd, 25-89 every other odd, 105-111
all, 123-129 odd