PRINCE GEORGE'S COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Welcome to College Algebra
MAT 1350-College Algebra
Synonym No. 44604
Spring 2012
INSTRUCTOR:
Mr. Bryant Suitte, Assistant Professor
Adjunct Math Professor
OFFICE:
CHES 310-K
PHONE NUMBERS:
301-322-0430
301-322-0420
EMAIL ADDRESS:
suittebp@pgcc.edu
All credit students (with the exception of Howard Community
College students enrolled at Laurel College Center) are
required to use Owl Mail for all college communication.
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday 1-2
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Graphing and analysis of functions; study of absolute value, polynomial functions, rational,
radical functions, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of equations and inequalities
including algebra of matrices and linear programming. Prerequisite: Mathematics placement
score, or MAT 1040 with grade C or better, or MAT 1340 with grade C or better. 3 class/1 rec.
hr.
Students who have successfully completed intermediate algebra, geometry, and trigonometry in
high school or elsewhere are required to score either at least 63 on Accuplacer College-Level
Mathematics (CP4) or at least 406 on DTMS T70 or T71 in order to qualify for MAT 1350
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of this course, a student
will be able to: Read, comprehend, and analyze college-level materials; Reason abstractly and
think critically; Comprehend mathematical concepts and methods and engage in quantitative and
qualitative reasoning to interpret, analyze, and solve problems; Utilize computer software and
other technologies to enhance college-level learning, communication, and visual literacy;
TEXTBOOK: Sullivan and Sullivam. Precalculus: Enhanced with Graphing Utilities, 5e. Upper
Saddle River: Person Education, Inc. (Prentice Hall), 2009 and CourseCompass at
www.CourseCompass.com
Bookstore: BRV with MyMathLab ISBN-10: 0321664434
MyMathLab (stand alone): ISBN-10: 032119991X
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OTHER REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS: Graphing Calculator: Every student is
required to have a graphing calculator available for classwork, homework, and examinations.
While any graphing calculator will suffice, a TI-83/84+ is highly recommended
GRADING CRITERIA:
Homework @ 20 points
Quizzes @ 20 points
Test @ 100 points
Final @ 200 points
Total
Total Points
300
200
400
200
1100
GRADES:
A > 90%
B > 80%
C > 70%
D > 60%
F < 60%
CLASS ATTENDANCE: Coming to class every day is essential to your success. Each student
is allowed two class absences to accommodate illness, emergencies, and unavoidable
circumstances. Tardiness also accumulates to count as absences; 2 tardies will equal one absence.
3 absences will lower your overall grade by 2.5 percentage points. Every additional absence will
lower your overall grade by 2 percentage points. If forced to miss a class, you are responsible for
collecting all necessary materials distributed during your absence.
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Q GRADES: Students are expected to attend and participate in class activities. Students who
either never attended the class or who ceased attendance during the first 20 percent of the course
will be assigned a “Q” grade by the instructor. The Q grade is a final grade and will not be
replaced with a different grade at a later time.
Faculty are required to report the date of last attendance for each student receiving Q or F
grade(s) in order for the college to report this date to a variety of federal agencies as mandated.
The date of last attendance is considered the date of the student’s termination from the course,
regardless of the date of grade submission. Early termination from a course may result in
reduction in student loans and financial aid (e.g., Pell, VA benefits) and may require the student
to reimburse funds to the funding agency.
COURSE OUTLINE: SEE CLASS SCHEDULE
MYPGCC: Use myPGCC to provide quick access to Blackboard, Owl Alert, Owl Link, Owl Mail,
PGCC news, information, student events and more. Access myPGCC at my.pgcc.edu or from
www.pgcc.edu. Log in using your Owl Link user ID and password.
BLACKBOARD LOGIN:
Blackboard is a Web-based program that serves as the college's online classroom. You will use
Blackboard to communicate with your instructor, to see your course materials, to submit
assignments and to discuss the course with your classmates.
To log in to your Blackboard course, please follow these steps:
1. Go to the Prince George's Community College Blackboard Web site which is located
at http://pgcconline.blackboard.com. NOTE: There is no "www" in the Blackboard
address.
PGCC Students must log in to Blackboard using their Owl Link user ID and
password.
Howard Community College Students will receive instructions for requesting a
PGCC Blackboard account from their instructor. Once the account is requested, the
student will receive an email (to their HCC student email address) from eLearning
Services with login information.
2. Type your Owl Link user ID and password into the Blackboard login box. If your login is
successful, you will see the PGCC Blackboard Homepage. In the module labeled "My
Courses,” you will see the course(s) in which you are enrolled. Click on the course name to
access your Blackboard course.
Need help?
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Need technical assistance? Visit the eLearning website at
http://www.pgcconline.com
Other questions? E-mail distancelearn@pgcc.edu
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IMPORTANT COURSE AND REGISTRATION DATES: (feel free to include others)
Log in to myPGCC from my.pgcc.edu or from www.pgcc.edu for updates and announcements.
Last day to apply for spring graduation
Last day to change from audit to credit or credit to audit
No classes – College closed – Presidents’ Day
Last day to withdraw from first-half semester classes
No classes – College closed – Spring break
Last day to withdraw from full semester classes
Last day to withdraw from second-half semester classes
Final exam period/last week of spring 2012 classes
Commencement
No classes – College closed – Memorial Day Observed
Summer sessions begin
Wednesday, February 15
Friday, February 17
Monday, February 20
Tuesday, February 28
Monday-Sunday, April 2-April 8
Friday, April 13
Friday, April 27
Tuesday-Monday, May 8-14
Thursday, May 24
Saturday-Monday, May 26-28
Monday, June 4
REFUND SCHEDULE:
Students enrolling on or after the course start date will NOT be dropped for failure to pay but
will instead be held accountable for all incurred charges. Students who wish to avoid paying
anything for a course must drop it prior to its 100% refund deadline:
For courses longer than five weeks in length,
the following refund periods apply:
Course dropped prior to the start of class:
100% refund
Course dropped on the 1st or 2nd calendar day
before midnight: 100% refund
Course dropped on the 3rd through the 9th
calendar day before midnight: 75% refund
Course dropped on the 10th through the 14th
calendar day before midnight: 50% refund
Course dropped the 15th calendar day or later:
No refund
For courses five weeks or shorter, the
following refund periods apply:
Course dropped prior to the start of class:
100% refund
Course dropped on the 1st or 2nd calendar day
before midnight: 100% refund
Course dropped the 3rd calendar day before
midnight: 75% refund
Course dropped the 4th calendar day or later:
No refund
DELAYED COLLEGE OPENINGS: (required if relevant to your class)
When the college announces a delayed opening, all classes with at least 45 minutes of class time
remaining at the time of the opening will be held. For example, in the event of a 10 a.m.
opening, a 9:30-10:45 a.m. class will be held. This procedure applies to all credit classes. To
sign up for text alerts such as school closings and delays, log in to myPGCC from my.pgcc.edu
or from www.pgcc.edu and click Owl Alert Notification System on the Bookmarks tab. Owl
Alert is the college’s instant messaging and email notification system.
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES (use text provided below)
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Students requesting academic accommodations are required to contact the Disability Support Services Office (B-124)
or call (301) 322-0838 (voice) or (301) 322-0122 (TTY) to establish eligibility for services and accommodations.
Students with documented disabilities should discuss the matter privately with their instructors at the beginning of the
semester and provide a copy of their Student/Faculty Accommodation Form.
CIVILITY STATEMENT (use text provided below)
To promote a community of scholarship and civility, everyone at Prince George’s Community College is expected to
be respectful, tolerant and courteous towards others at all times, adhere to college policies and procedures, and respect
college property. Creating a culture of civility both inside and outside the classroom is everyone’s responsibility.
Civility is a college-wide commitment and in order to identify PGCC students, we are requiring
that ALL students have their IDs visible while AT ANY COLLEGE SITE, WHETHER THEY
ARE ON THE LARGO CAMPUS OR ANY EXTENSION SITE.
Lanyards and ID holders can be obtained at the following locations:
Largo Campus - College Life Services and the Admissions and Records Office
Laurel College Center - Main office, Room 205
Joint Base Andrews - Main office
University Town Center - Front desk
Students must keep their IDs current by requesting the appropriate sticker each semester from the
Admissions and Records Office or extension centers.
CODE OF CONDUCT (use text provided below)
The Prince George's Community College Code of Conduct defines the rights and responsibilities of students and
establishes a system of procedures for dealing with students charged with violations of the code and other rules and
regulations of the college. A student enrolling in the college assumes an obligation to conduct himself/herself in a
manner compatible with the college's function as an educational institution. Refer to the 2011-2012 Student
Handbook, beginning on page 38, for a complete explanation of the Code of Conduct, including the Code of
Academic Integrity and the procedure for dealing with disruptive student behavior.
CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY (use text provided below)
The college is an institution of higher learning that holds academic integrity as its highest principle. In the pursuit of
knowledge, the college community expects that all students, faculty, and staff will share responsibility for adhering to
the values of honesty and unquestionable integrity. To support a community committed to academic achievement and
scholarship, the Code of Academic Integrity advances the principle of honest representation in the work that is
produced by students seeking to engage fully in the learning process. The complete text of the Code of Academic
Integrity is in the 2011-2012 Student Handbook (pages 40-42) and posted on the college's website.
CLASSROOM GUIDELINES: [if you have any guidelines related to food and drink in the
classroom, use of cell phones and other electronic devices, etc., include them here.] (optional)
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND SERVICES: (each is optional – feel free to modify)
Log in to myPGCC from my.pgcc.edu or from www.pgcc.edu to access more information on
Academic Programs and Services.
Collegian Centers
The College’s Collegian Centers provide a “place to belong” outside of the classroom. They
bring students in particular disciplines together for co-curricular activities and opportunities:
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Administration of Justice – for students interested in criminal
justice, corrections, forensic science, and paralegal/pre-law
Email: AJCollegianCenter@pgcc.edu
301-322-0753
 Bernard Center – for students interested in business
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management and accounting
Email: BernardCenter@pgcc.edu
301-322-0554
Health Sciences Collegian Center – for students admitted
to any of the Health Sciences programs
Email: HealthSciencesCollegianCenter@pgcc.edu
301-341-3017
Humanities – for students interested in art, communication,
English, language studies, music, philosophy, and theatre
Website: http://academic.pgcc.edu/hcc
Email: HumanitiesCollegianCenter@pgcc.edu
301-386-7551
301-322-0567
PSE – for students interested in psychology, sociology, and
education
Website: http://academic.pgcc.edu/psecc
Email: PSECollegianCenter@pgcc.edu
301-322-0555
STEM – for students interested in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics
Website: http://academic.pgcc.edu/scc
Email: STEMCollegianCenter@pgcc.edu
301-322-0595
301-386-7574
Faculty Mentoring Program
Marlboro Hall, Room 2038
301-386-7587
Through the Faculty Mentoring Program, first-time, full-time students are paired with PGCC
faculty who serve as mentors. Mentors share their knowledge and expertise to help students
enhance their education, advance in their careers, and build supportive networks. The goal of
the Faculty Mentoring Program is to improve the retention, engagement, and graduation rates
of students in a learning-centered environment.
Hillman Entrepreneurs Program
Marlboro Hall, Room 2051
http://academic.pgcc.edu/hillman/
301-322-0700
The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program is an innovative educational initiative tailored to the
needs of transfer students who begin their studies at Prince George’s Community College and
complete their bachelor’s degrees at the University of Maryland, College Park. The four-year
Hillman Entrepreneurs Program is a scholarship program targeted to students who have an
interest in entrepreneurship and an enthusiasm for starting a business venture or leading a
company.
Honors Academy/Program
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Marlboro Hall, Room 1087
301-322-0433
http://www.pgcc.edu/prospective/areasofstudy/specialprograms/honorsprogram.aspx
The Honors Academy admits academically outstanding honors students who are interested in
a rigorous program of academic excellence, intellectual development, leadership, and
community service. Prince George's Community College’s Honors Program promotes
students’ intellectual growth and enrichment.
International Education Center
Lanham Hall, Room 221
http://academic.pgcc.edu/internationalcenter/
301-322-0750
The International Education Center provides academic support and assistance to students who
need help with courses or with understanding the American higher education system. The
Center brings international and American students together for learning enrichment activities,
including a variety of discussion forums that foster awareness and understanding of cultural
issues.
Service-Learning
Lanham Hall, Room 225
301-322-0713
The Service-Learning Program encourages the development of civic responsibility through
students’ participation in service projects within the community that support their academic
objectives. Through service-learning, students learn actively by applying principles learned in
the classroom while developing critical reflective thinking as well as personal and civic
responsibility.
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CAMPUS RESOURCES AND SERVICES:
Student Development Services
Student Development Services offers programs that provide students with academic and career
advising, personal counseling, and mentoring. For more information, log in to myPGCC from
my.pgcc.edu or from www.pgcc.edu, or call 301-322-0886, or check the college website:
http://www.pgcc.edu/current/academicresources/studentdevelopmentservices
Computer and Learning Labs
Office
Location
Phone
Hours of Operation
Marlboro Learning Lab
Marlboro Hall
Room 2129
301-322-0503
Mon.-Thurs.: 8 am – 8:45 pm
Fri.: 8 am – 3:45 pm
Sat.: 8:30 am – 2:45 pm
Sun.: 10 am – 1 pm
Math Learning Center
Marlboro Hall
Room 3104
301-583-5257
Mon.-Wed.: 10 am – 8 pm
Tue.-Thu.: 9 am – 8 pm
Fri.: 9 am – 5 pm
Sat.: 9 am – 2 pm
Sun.: Closed
Open Computer Lab
Bladen Computer Center
Bladen Hall
Room 104
301-322-0999
Mon.-Thurs.: 8 am – 10:15 pm
Fri.: 8 am – 5 pm
Sat.: 9 am – 4:45 pm
Sun.: Closed
Open Computer Lab
Center for Advanced
Technology
Center for Advanced
Technology
Rooms 101 and 201
301-322-0999
Ext. 9091
Mon.-Fri.: 8 am – 10:15 pm
Sat.: 9 am – 4:45 pm (first floor
only)
Sun.: Closed
Other Resources, Services, and Academic Support
Office
Location
Phone
Hours of Operation
Academic Advising and
Transfer Services
Bladen Hall
Room 124
301-322-0151
Mon.-Thurs.: 8:30 am – 8 pm
Fri: 8:30 am – 5 pm
Sat.: Closed
Sun: Closed
Academic Advising Website: http://www.pgcc.edu/current/academicResources/academicAdvising/academicAdvising.aspx
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Office
Location
Phone
Hours of Operation
Bookstore
Largo Student Center
Room 116
301-322-0912
Mon-Thurs: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Fri:
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
There are extended and Saturday
hours at the beginning of the
semester. Please call or check
website to confirm.
Bookstore Website: http://www.pgccbookstore.com
Campus Police
Facilities Management
Building
301-322-0666
24 hours, 7 days a week
College Life Services
Largo Student Center
Room 149
301-322-0853
Mon.-Fri.: 8:30 am – 5 pm
eLearning Services
Accokeek Hall Building
Room 346
301-322-0463
Mon.-Fri.: 8:30 am – 8 pm
Fri.: 8:30 am – 5 pm
with phone support available until
9 pm
301-322-0476
Mon-Thurs.: 8:00 am – 8 pm
Fri.: 8:00 am – 5 pm
Sat.: 10 am – 3 pm
Sun.: Closed
301-322-0090
Mon-Thurs.: 8:30 am – 8:30 pm
Fri.*: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sat.: 9 am – 3:30 pm
Sun: Closed
eLearning Services Website: www.pgcconline.com
Library
Accokeek Hall
First and Second Floors
Library Website: http://library.pgcc.edu/
Testing Center
(Student Assessment
Services)
Bladen Hall
Room 100
No additional students will be
admitted for testing 30 minutes
prior to the posted closing time.
*On the first Friday of each
month, the Center closes at
2:30 pm with no admittance
after 2 pm.
Testing Center Website: http://academic.pgcc.edu/sas/index.html
Tutoring and Writing
Centers
Bladen Hall
Room 107
301-322-0748
Mon-Thurs.: 8:30 am – 8:30 pm
Fri.: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sat.: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Tutoring and Writing Centers Website: http://www.pgcc.edu/current/academicresources/tutoringwriting.aspx