MAT 0022C/0028C: Developmental Math II
Summer 2014 - May 5 – Jul 29
Class Time & Days:
Lab Time & Day:
CRN 33301
MTWR 11:30 – 12:35 am, 6-202
CRN 34220
TR 1:15 – 2:50 pm, 6-202
CRN 33301 W 10:15-11:20 am, 7-112
CRN 34220 R 12:00 – 1:05 pm, 7-112
Professor:
Arlissa Pinkelton
Phone#:
803-280-7162
E-Mail:
apinkelton@valenciacollege.edu
Catalog Course Description:
MAT 0022C/0028C Developmental Math II
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in MAT 0018C or appropriate score on an approved
assessment.
This college-preparatory course is designed to supplement the algebraic background of
students prior to taking MAT 1033C Intermediate Algebra. Topics include sets,
fundamental operations with polynomials, linear equations and inequalities with applications,
factoring and its use in algebra, introduction to graphing of linear equations, introduction
to radicals, and use of calculators to enhance certain concepts. This course does not apply
towards mathematics requirements in general education or towards any associate degree.
MAT0022C (Pre-Work
Chapter 1: Real Numbers
Chapter 2: Algebraic Expressions and Equations – Modules 1 and 2
Chapter 3: Graphing – Module 3
Chapter 4: Polynomials – Module 4
Chapter 5: Factoring – Modules 5 and 6
Chapter 6: Radicals – Module 7
There are two requirements for passing this class and gaining entry into MAT 1033C:
1. Showing mastery of the state competencies by passing the Final Exam with a 70%
or reaching 100% on all 7 modules, and
2. Maintaining at least a “C” average in the rest of the class.
Required Materials:
Textbook: MAT 0028C Developmental Math II by Al Groccia.
Daily internet access for online HW: iMathAS (imathas.valenciacollege.edu)
CALCULATORS ARE NOT ALLOWED
Grading Percentages:
Labs and Activities: 10%
Homework: 10%
Modules: 5%
Tests and Quizzes: 50%
Final Exam: 25%
Labs and Activities 10%: In addition to time spent in class, you are required to attend lab
twice a week with your classmates in 7-112. Each day in lab will have an assignment to be
collected and graded. Your lab book will be given to you on the first day of labs.
Make sure to always bring your lab book and pencils to lab. Labs and in-class activities will
comprise your “Labs and Activities” grade. No food, gum, or drinks are allowed in labs.
All labs must be received complete on the due date; late work is handled on a case-by-case
basis. Working together is encouraged, but individual work must be turned in.
Homework 10%: Homework will be completed and scored online in IMathAS. It is important
that you do the homework as each section is covered in class, as this serves as practice
material for the tests. Homework assignments will be due 1 week from the scheduled lesson.
Logging In to IMathAS. Most of you are already enrolled in the online homework
program. You will use your Atlas username and the password: math to log in at
imathas.valenciacollege.edu. If this doesn’t work, let me know and I will enroll you.
You must select a Viewing/Accessibility option, choose: Force image-based display.
If you choose visual display and your browser does not support browser-based visual
display, you’ll be brought to a page explaining how to download the necessary plugins
(for Windows Internet Explorer), download a compatible browser, or continue with
image-based display.
This option is set for your current session only, so you can set them differently
depending on the support offered by the computer you're currently working at.
Home Page
The home page lists the classes you're currently taking, and also has options for
enrolling in a course, changing your password, changing your user info, or logging out
of the system.
Modules 5%: iMathAS also contains learning modules designed to help prepare you for
the Final Exam. Modules will be due one week after its corresponding chapter test
(according to the first page of the syllabus).
Tests and Quizzes 50%:
MAT0022: You’ll have 6 tests and sporadic quizzes during the term. These will make up
your “Tests and Quizzes” grade. You are responsible for knowing and understanding the
material on each test/quiz.
MAT0028C: You’ll have 4 chapter tests and sporadic quizzes during the term that will
make up your “Tests and Quizzes” grade. You are responsible for knowing and
understanding the material on each test/quiz.
Final Exam 25%: In order to proceed to Intermediate Algebra (MAT1033C), you must earn
a C in the class and either pass the final exam with 70% or earn 100% on each of 7 learning
modules. The 7 learning modules have unlimited tries during the semester.
 In order to receive a passing grade for this class a student will need to pass
the class with a grade of “C” or higher. There is a “Final Exam” that is part of
this course which counts as 25% of your final grade. But to move on to the next
higher math class, a student is required to pass this exam with a score of 28 or
more correct out of 40 (70% or higher) or receive a 100% on each of 7 learning
modules.
 No calculators are allowed.
 It is a multiple choice test that must be taken online in the Testing Center’s
computer lab.
 You are allowed one attempt at passing the Final Exam. Our final exam is scheduled
for Tuesday, July 29th.
Grading Scale:
A: 90-100%
B: 80-89%
C: 70-79%
D: 60-69%
F: 0-59%
Assistance outside of the classroom / testing center location.
 Your Professor is interested in your success in this course. Please ask questions
regularly!
 Specialized Prep Area (SPA). The SPA is located on the first floor of building 4 in
the Math Center. This is where you can receive specialized assistance. Worksheets
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are available, in addition to tutoring, to meet your specific mathematical needs. The
SPA is open: M-R 8am-10pm, F 8am-5pm, and Sat 8am-4pm.
Study Groups. Many students find it extremely helpful to form study groups with
their peers. This practice is highly recommended!
Testing Center (4-123) Hours: You must arrive an hour before closing and bring
a Valencia ID. Their hours are: M-R 7am – 10pm, F 7am – 12pm, and Sat 8am – 2pm.
Valencia Student Core Competencies. Valencia’s Student Core Competencies are complex
abilities that are essential to lifelong success. This course will help you develop and
demonstrate the abilities to (1) think clearly, critically, and creatively; (2) communicate
with others verbally and in written form; (3) make reasoned value judgments and
responsible commitments; and (4) act purposefully, reflectively, and responsibly. Due to
the nature of these global competencies, many problems in math and activities will be
presented in the context of an application. These applications will require students to
select appropriate information from the problem and communicate effectively how to
arrive at an appropriate solution for the problem.
Make-up Test Policy. Make-up tests or assignments are handled on a case-by-case basis.
A test or assignment may be done before the scheduled test/turn in date with prior
approval. Missing a test with no communication with the professor will result in your not
being able to take the test and a grade of Zero (0) for that test.
Attendance Policy. Your attendance is mandatory. Absence from class for more than
three days may result in your withdrawal from the course without notice. Excessive
tardiness may result in the deduction of points. When absent, it is your responsibility to
find out about announcements, assignments, and changes, if any.
Cell Phone Policy. Cell phones have become a MAJOR distraction to the students’ ability
to focus and to attend to the tasks presented in the college learning environment. As a
result, my policy is that cell phones are NOT allowed to be utilized during class. They
should be placed on SILENT mode so as not to distract you or the students around you. If
a student, after being asked to put their phone away, continues to violate this policy, the
student will be asked to leave the class.
Withdrawal Policy. Always seek advice from me or from an academic advisor prior to
withdrawing from this course, as it may affect any financial aid you may receive. If you
decide to do so, Per Valencia Policy 4-07 (Academic Progress, Course Attendance and
Grades, and Withdrawals), a student who withdraws from class before the withdrawal
deadline will receive a grade of “W.” A student is not permitted to withdraw after the
withdrawal deadline. A faculty member MAY withdraw a student up to the beginning of
the final exam period for violation of the class attendance policy. A student who is
withdrawn by faculty for violation of the class attendance policy will receive a grade of
“W.” Any student who withdraws or is withdrawn from a class during a third or subsequent
attempt in the same course will be assigned a grade of “F.”
For a complete policy and procedure overview on Valencia Policy 4-07 please go to:
http://valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/policydetail.cfm?RecordID=75
Office for Student with Disabilities. Students with disabilities who qualify for academic
accommodations must provide a notification from the Office for Students with Disabilities
(OSD) and discuss specific needs with the instructor, preferably during the first week of
class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on
appropriate documentation of disabilities. The East Campus Office is located in Building 5,
Room 216.
Academic Honesty. You are expected to do your own work on tests and exams. Providing
information to another student or receiving information concerning exam content is
considered cheating. The professor reserves the right to determine the appropriate
penalties within Valencia Community College's academic honesty policies.
Expected Student Conduct. Valencia College is dedicated not only to the advancement of
knowledge and learning, but is concerned with the development of responsible personal and
social conduct. By enrolling, you assumed the responsibility for becoming familiar with and
abiding by the general rules of conduct. Students who engage in any prohibited or unlawful
acts that result in disruption of a class may be directed to leave the class; violation of any
classroom or Valencia’s rules may lead to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion
from Valencia. You can find the Student code of Conduct in the current Valencia Student
Handbook.
Disclaimer. Changes to this course and syllabus may be made at any time, at my discretion.
Important Dates:
May 26
July 4
July 29
College Closed – Memorial Day
College Closed – 4th of July
Final Exam
MAT0022C
Week #/Dates
1 May 5-8
2 May 12-15
3 May 19-22
4 May 26-29
5 Jun 2-5
Monday
Introduction
Pre-A/B
fractions
Pre-B
Holiday
Pre-C
Tuesday
Pre-A – whole
numbers
Pre-B
Wednesday
Pre-A
Thursday
Pre-A
Pre-B
Pre-B
Pre-B
Pre-C
Pre-D
Pre-B
Pre-C
Pre-D
Pre-A/B Test
Pre-C
Pre-D
6 Jun 9-12
7 Jun 16-19
8 Jun 23-26
9 Jun 30-Jul 3
10 Jul 7-10
11 Jul 14-17
12 Jul 21-24
13 Jul 28-29
Pre-D
1.4-1.6
3.1-3.3
4.1-4.3
6.4-6.5 &
Review
5.6-5.8
3.1-3.3
Pre-D
1.7-2.2
3.3-3.5
4.3-4.5
Ch 4 & 6 Test
Test Pre-C/D
2.2-2.4
Test Review
4.6-4.7
5.1-5.3
1.1-1.4
2.5-2.7
Ch 1&2 TEST
6.1-6.3
5.3-5.5
5.8-5.10
3.4-3.5
Test Review
Ch 3 Test
Ch 5 Test
Final Exam
Review
Final Exam
Review
Final Exam
Monday
Tuesday
Introduction
1.4-1.6
2.2-2.4
Test Review
4.1-4.3
4.6-4.7
6.3-6.5 &
Test Review
5.1-5.3
5.6-5.8
Test review
3.1-3.4
Ch 3 TEST
Wednesday
Thursday
1.1-1.3
1.7-2.2
2.5-2.7
Ch 1&2 TEST
4.3-4.5
6.1-6.3
Ch 4&6 TEST
MAT0028C
Week #/Dates
1 May 6-8
2 May 13-15
3 May 20-22
4 May 27-29
5 Jun 3-5
6 Jun 10-12
7 Jun 17-19
8 Jun 24-26
9 Jul 1-3
10 Jul 8-10
11 Jul 15-17
12 Jul 22-24
13 Jul 29
Final Exam
**This pacing is just a guide and is subject to change at any time.
5.3-5.5
5.8-5.10
Ch 5 TEST
3.4-3.5
Final Exam
Review