Course Syllabus - Metropolitan Community College
Math 1310 1D
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Intermediate Algebra
MATH 1310 1D
4.5 credit hours
Thursday March 10, 2016
Tuesday May 24, 2016
Tuesday and Thursday 10 – 11:50am
May 10, 2016
Computer Enhanced
http://www.mccneb.mylabsplus.com
Rachel Neurath
Mondays and Wednesdays 10 – noon, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 – 10 am
Or By Appointment
EVC room 156
402-289-1349
rneurath@mccneb.edu
faculty.mccneb.edu/rneurath
Math and Natural Sciences
MyLabsPlus Tech Support: 1-888-883-1299
Hours: Monday to Friday - 11 am to 7 pm
24_hour Online Support:
Email or chat 24/7 by clicking Help and Support on the course homepage.
COURSE INFORMATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course extends basic algebra skills and provides the background necessary for further mathematics courses.
Topics included are: linear, quadratic, polynomial, radical, and rational equations; systems of linear equations;
rational exponents and polynomial factoring; rational and radical expressions; complex numbers; and graphs of
linear and quadratic functions.
COURSE PREREQUISITES:
Within two years: Successful completion of MATH 0931 or MATH 0960; or MCC Placement Test.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Graph linear functions and other basic functions: define a function and its notation.
2. Expand upon operations involving exponents, polynomials, and the methods of factoring.
3. Solve systems of equations and apply them to solving application problems.
4. Simplify rational expressions and solve rational equations.
5. Simplify radical expressions, solve radical equations, define rational exponents, (manipulate
and convert from exponential to radical notation and vice versa), and perform operations with
complex numbers.
6. Solve quadratic equations with real and complex solutions.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
The textbook for this class is: “Intermediate Algebra” by Carson/Jordan, 4th Edition, Pearson. You will be
required to complete the Homework and Quizzes online using MyLabsPlus (MLP). In order to do this, you will
need to have a computer with internet access and basic technical/computer skills. Even if you purchase a
textbook elsewhere, you will also be required to purchase a MLP registration packet containing the access code
and register in MLP.
Choose ONE of the following options for purchasing the required MyLabsPlus access and text:
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Purchase an MLP registration code packet online (lowest cost option) or at the bookstore. This option
provides access to the online textbook; it is not necessary to have a paper text.
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Purchase a bundle that includes both the MLP registration code and a three-hole binder ready text book
in one package. This package will be available in the Metro bookstores. The ISBN for the
INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA PKG bundle is 9781269864438.
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Purchase an MLP registration code online or in the bookstore and buy or rent a text book from the
bookstore or another source. The 13 digit ISBN for the text only is: 9780321915870.
You can visit the MyLabsPlus website at: http://mccneb.mylabsplus.com
You can visit the online bookstore
at: http://shop.efollett.com/htmlroot/storehome/metropolitancommunitycollege141.html
Other Required Material:
You will need a notebook, paper, graph paper, pencils and a scientific calculator. (Cell phones may not be used
as a calculator. Some calculators with advanced features will not be allowed on exams.)
COURSE STRUCTURE:
The daily class period will consist of:
1.
Review of material from previous class meetings.
2.
Presentation of new material and topics.
3.
Discussion of the lecture material.
4.
In-class time for practice and tests.
COURSE ASSESSMENT
TESTS:
 There will be five closed-book tests, worth 50% of your grade, given during the term. Each test will be
announced in advance. There are no retake options.
 There will be a Departmental Final Exam, worth 10% of your grade. It is a closed book test that consists of
15 - 20 multiple choice questions administered during the last week of the class.
 The combined average of the tests and the final must be 60% or above to achieve a grade of C or above in
the class. All tests must be attempted to pass the class.
 Students must be present for tests. Make-up tests will only be given in the case of extreme emergencies and/or
only if the student has made arrangements prior to the test.
 If an emergency arises, a student must contact the instructor within 24 hours of the test to let the instructor
know of the circumstances for missing the test. The student must make arrangements to take the make-up test
prior to the next class meeting.
 A 10% penalty will be assessed on any test taken after the scheduled testing day.
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QUIZZES:
 MyLabsPlus Quizzes are worth 20% of your grade.
 There are up to 2 attempts for each Quiz. If you are not happy with the first score, you may retake it. The
highest score will be recorded. No late submissions will be accepted, so make sure your quiz is completed on the
due date.
 You have a fixed time to complete quizzes. Once you start a quiz, you must finish it. If you try to open another
page, MyLabsPlus may close and you will not be able to continue.
 Quiz scores are automatically graded by the computer and recorded in the MyLabsPlus grade book.
HOMEWORK (HW)
 There is one HW assignment in MyLabsPlus for each required section of the textbook. While the homework is
submitted online, you are expected to keep a hard copy notebook of all of your work for solving the homework.
The notebook should come to class with you each day, and I may ask to check the notebook at anytime.
 MyLabsPlus HW is worth 15% of your grade.
 It is recommended that you begin to complete each HW assignment as soon as you have studied the specific
section of the textbook, however the actual due dates are listed on the syllabus.
 You have unlimited time to complete each HW and you can resume numerous times until you complete it. Each
problem may be worked up to three times by clicking Similar Exercise.
 Please make sure that your homework is submitted by the due date. Late assignments may be submitted, but
MyLabsPlus will deduct 25% from the final score of that assignment. I will not extend the due date on
homework, if it is submitted after the due date the 25% reduction will apply.
 Click Submit Work when you have completed the assignment or need to stop. You may revisit the same section
anytime up to the due date and continue where you left off. Make sure you click Submit Work each time you
need to leave.
 Homework scores are automatically graded and recorded in the MyLabsPlus grade book.
ATTENDANCE:
 Attendance for this class is required. At the beginning of the term, your attendance score is 100%. For each class
period that you are absent, your attendance grade drops 5%. There is no penalty for the first absence.
FINAL GRADE SUMMARY:
There are 5 categories that you will be graded on and they are weighted as follows.
50% = Unit Tests
10% = Final
15% = HW, submitted via MyLabsPlus
20% = Quizzes, submitted via MyLabsPlus
5% = Attendance
GRADE SUMMARY:
A = 90 - 100%
B = 80 - 89%
C = 70 - 79%
D = 60 - 69 %
F = Below 60%
MAINTENANCE OF STUDENT RECORDS
Graded material will be returned within 2 class periods of it being collected. Graded tests will be kept on file in the
instructor’s office for one quarter following the quarter in which the course was completed. This is in accordance with
Course Grade Appeal Procedures outlined in the Metropolitan Community College Catalog.
ASSESMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING PROGRAM
Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement of teaching and learning. You may be asked
to help us to accomplish this objective. For example, you may be asked to respond to surveys or questionnaires. In other
cases, tests or assignments you are required to do for this course may be shared with faculty and used for assessment
purposes.
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EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
ATTENDANCE STATEMENT:
Regular attendance of classes is absolutely essential for this course. Faithfully attending class is the only way students can
successfully complete this course. If an unavoidable circumstance, like family or medical emergencies, does arise, the student
must contact the instructor in advance, by phone or email, to explain why they must be absent. The student is also
responsible for all work due the day of the absence and the current assignment when they return to class. Tardiness is also
not acceptable. If the student is more than 15 minutes late to class, it will be counted as an absence for that day. Four tardies
( < 15 minutes) will count as one absence.
Each student begins with 100 attendance points. For each absence (or accumulation of 4 tardies) that score will go down 5
points. There is no penalty for the first absence.
CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR
The student should:
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Read the textbook material ahead of time.
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Participate in class discussions by answering questions asked by the instructor, and asking questions.
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Bring your assignment to each class with all problems completed or with your questions if it is not
completed.
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Use PENCIL on tests and quizzes.
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Be respectful of other students and the instructor. Avoid disruptive behavior and profanity in the classroom.
6.
Turn off cell phones and any musical devices. Texting during class is unacceptable behavior.
When Help is Needed:
The student should:
1. Contact the instructor as soon as there is a problem. If a student seeks help from the instructor, they must bring
their attempted homework, class notes, and textbook.
2. View the videotapes of the lecture material and use the software available in MyMathLab and the Math Center.
3. Work with classmates, friends, tutors or Math Center personnel. Form study groups. The instructor is also
available for help outside of class. Use all available resources.
ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION POLICY:
To confirm each student’s eligibility to remain registered for the class, the instructor will officially report
attendance/participation on or before the Census Date. Students in this section of Intermediate Algebra must attend a
class meeting by Tuesday March 15, 2016.
COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS:
When you communicate with others in this course, you must follow the Student Conduct Code
(http://mccneb.smartcatalogiq.com/en/current/Course-Catalog/Student-Services/Student-Conduct), which calls for
responsible and cooperative behavior. Please think critically, ask questions, and challenge ideas, but also show respect for
the opinions of others, respond to them politely, and maintain the confidentiality of thoughts expressed in the class. You
may also wish to review information at http://www.albion.com/netiquette/html.
ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT
Students are reminded that materials they use as sources for class work may be subject to copyright protection.
Additional information about copyright is provided on the library website at https://www.mccneb.edu/CurrentStudents/Student-Tools/Library.aspx. In response to incidents of student dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, etc.), the
College imposes specific actions that may include receiving a failing grade on a test, failure in the course, suspension
from the College, or dismissal from the College. Disciplinary procedures are available in the Advising/Counseling
centers or at https://www.mccneb.edu/About-MCC-Nebraska/About-MCC/Board-of-Governors/Procedures.aspx
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL
If you cannot participate in and complete this course, you are encouraged to contact your instructor and consult
an MCC advisor, counselor, or the Financial Aid Office to evaluate the consequences of dropping the class.
You can officially withdraw through My Services on the MCC MyWay portal at https://myway.mccneb.edu or
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by calling Central Registration at 402-457-5231 or 1-800-228-9553. The last date to withdraw is noted in the
CLASS IDENTIFICATION section of the syllabus.
LEARNING SUPPORT
MCC's Learning and Tutoring Centers, Math Centers, and Writing Centers offer friendly, supportive learning
environments that can help students achieve educational success. Staff members in these centers provide free drop-in
assistance with basic computing, reading, math, and writing skills. Self-paced, computer-assisted instructional support in
reading, vocabulary, typing, English as a Second Language, and online course orientation is also available.
Detailed information about the Learning and Tutoring, Math, and Writing Centers is in the My Way portal, the College
Catalog, and online at https://www.mccneb.edu/Current-Students/Student-Tools.aspx
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Metropolitan Community College will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with documented qualifying
disabilities. It is the student’s responsibility to request accommodations from Disability Support Services (DSS) located in
each Student Services Office. After students have arranged for accommodations with DSS, the student and instructor
should privately discuss these accommodations. For further information, please contact DSS or visit
https://www.mccneb.edu/Current-Students/Student-Tools/Disability-Support-Services.aspx
NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Metropolitan Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital
status, age, disability or sexual orientation in admission or access to its programs and activities or in its treatment or hiring
of employees.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
For assistance with student email, passwords, and most other MCC technology, contact the Help Desk at 457–2900 or
email https://www.mccneb.edu/Online
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES
By using the information technology systems at MCC (including the computer systems and phones), you acknowledge
and consent to the conditions of use as set forth in the Metropolitan Community College Procedures Memorandum on
Acceptable Use of Information Technology and Resources. It is your responsibility as a student to be familiar with these
procedures. The full text of the Procedures Memorandum may be found at the following website:
https://www.mccneb.edu/About-MCC-Nebraska/About-MCC/Board-of-Governors/Procedures.aspx
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MATH 1310 1D
CLASS SCHEDULE
**Please Note** - This syllabus sets forth a tentative schedule of class topics, learning activities, and expected learning
outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to modify this schedule to enhance learning for students. Any
modifications will not substantially change the intent or objectives of this course and will conform to the policies and
guidelines of Metropolitan Community College.
Date
Section(s)
Homework and Quizes – Most Due by 11:59 pm
3/10
3/15
3/17
3/22
Intro and 3.2
3.3 and 3.5
4.1 and 4.2
4.2 and 4.3
3/24
Test 1 ~ Ch 3 & 4
Get Registered in MyLabsPlus!!
HW 3.2
HW 3.3 and 3.5
HW 4.1 and 4.2
HW 4.3
*HW and Quiz due by 9:45am*
3/29
3/31
4/5
5.3 and 6.1
6.2 and 6.3
6.4 and Review
4/7
Test 2 ~ Ch 6
4/12
4/14
4/19
7.1 and 7.2
7.3 and 7.4
7.4 and Review
4/21
Test 3 ~ Ch 7
4/26
4/28
5/3
5/5
8.1 and 8.2
8.3 and 8.4
8.5 and 8.6
8.7 and Review
5/10
Test 4 ~ Ch 8
5/12
5/17
9.1 and 9.2
9.3 and 9.4
5/19
Test 5 ~ Ch 9
5/24
Final Exam
HW 5.3 and 6.1
HW 6.2 and 6.3
HW 6.4
*HW and Quiz due by 9:45am*
QUIZ #1 (3.2 – 3.3)
QUIZ #2 (3.5 & 4.1)
QUIZ #3 (4.2 – 4.3)
QUIZ #4 (6.1 – 6.2)
QUIZ #5 (6.3 – 6.4)
HW 7.1 and 7.2
HW 7.3
HW 7.4
*HW and Quiz due by 9:45am*
QUIZ #6 (7.1 – 7.2)
HW 8.1 and 8.2
HW 8.3 and 8.4
HW 8.5 and 8.6
HW 8.7
*HW and Quiz due by 9:45am*
QUIZ #8 (8.1 – 8.2)
QUIZ #9 (8.3 – 8.4)
HW 9.1 and 9.2
HW 9.3 and 9.4
*HW and Quiz due by 9:45am*
QUIZ #11 (9.1 – 9.2)
QUIZ #12 (9.3 – 9.4)
QUIZ #7 (7.3 – 7.4)
QUIZ #10 (8.5 – 8.7)
Final submission for any late work (with 25%
penalty) is Tuesday 5/24 by 9:45am.
Quizzes may not be done late!
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