COURSE SYLLABUS
DVM 0031/DVM 0071 – SELF-PACED (EDUCO)
Course Designator and Title
August 2010
Date Revised
Dr. Brenda D. Teal
Department Chair
Developmental Mathematics
Office: Marlboro Hall 2113
(301) 322-0657
Dr. Beverly S. Reed
Dean
Learning Foundations
Office: Marlboro Hall 2118
(301) 322-0495
THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED FOR THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS:
Those who do not want the traditional lectures and classroom discussions, and
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who have the self-discipline and motivation to work independently
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who have good time-management skills
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who can prioritize their activities
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who are willing and able to utilize assistance and support if needed
LEARNING LAB:
The Learning Lab in Marlboro Hall, M-2129 has videos, CDs and DVDs, and an Instructional Lab Coordinator, who
is available if you need assistance. The Learning Lab has a list of recommended materials (some of which may be
checked out overnight). If you need help with study skills or using a calculator, see the Instructional Lab
Coordinator.
TUTORS
Developmental math tutors are available on a walk-in basis in Marlboro Hall, M-2120
(inside M-2129). Also, individual half-hour or one-hour tutoring sessions can be scheduled in the
Educational Resource (tutoring) Center on the 1st floor of Bladen Hall, B107 (maximum 2 hours per
week). You can either walk in or call (301) 322-0748 for an appointment. Additionally, individual
tutors are available through the various student support services.
CELL PHONES & PAGERS
Due to distractions caused by cell phones and pagers, all such devices must be turned off while the
student is in the classroom or the learning lab. Cell phones and PDA’s cannot be used as calculators
during class and testing.
INSTRUCTOR'S OFFICE HOURS - Your instructor is available during his/her office hours which will be announced
the first day. Messages can be left for instructors with the department secretary during business hours at (301)
322-0495.
COURSE DESCRIPTION (DVM 0031 Pre-Algebra):
0 Credits (4 EHs) Four-credit-hour load equivalent.
This is a self-study/self-paced course that offers the student an opportunity to complete Pre-Algebra (DVM 0031)
and Introductory Algebra (DVM 0071) in the same semester, if time permits. All students entering this course
should be proficient, without a calculator, in the basic operations on whole numbers, decimals, and fractions.
Students should also know the names and place values of whole numbers and decimals and recognize the basic
geometric figures.
Topics in DVM0031 Pre-Algebra include: ratio and proportion, percent, geometry, signed numbers, equations
and their applications.
Upon satisfactorily completing DVM 0031, the student will be prepared for DVM 0071. DVM 0031 SELF-PACED
Pre-Algebra consists of the equivalent of forty-five, 50-minute class sessions and at least 25 hours of supervised
lab sessions (approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes per week) as determined by the instructor. Upon
satisfactorily completing the course content of DVM 0031 with a grade of A, B or C, a student is prepared for
DVM 0071.
PREREQUISITE:
Eligibility is determined by the Accuplacer test OR by previous work in developmental mathematics courses.
All first time students enrolled in developmental mathematics must have already taken or be co-enrolled in
CAP 1030 or PAS 1010.
OBJECTIVES:
Upon successful completion of DVM 0031, a student will be able to:
1.
Perform basic operations on fractions, decimals and/or integers.
2.
Simplify numerical expressions containing fractions, decimals, and/or integers using order of operations.
3.
Solve applications, including perimeter and area, using equations or formulas and using fractions, decimals
and/or integers.
4.
Simplify algebraic expressions that may involve using the distributive property.
5.
Evaluate algebraic expressions, given the values of the variables.
6.
Solve linear equations in one variable containing integers, fractions and/or decimals that may involve using
the distributive property.
7.
Perform computations involving ratio, proportion and percent.
8.
Solve applications using equations, involving ratio, proportion, and percent.
9.
Find square roots (exact and estimate).
10. Explain, compare or describe basic algebraic processes or concepts.
TEXTBOOK:
Pre-Algebra, Sixth Edition, by Sharma and King, (2007) published by EDUCO International, Inc., with Computer
and Internet Technology.
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENT:
A scientific calculator or the TI-83 or TI-84 Plus graphing calculator (recommended), which is required for MAT
1040.
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NOTE:
Books and other materials can be purchased from the college bookstore in the Largo Student Center in
person or by calling (301) 322-0912. Students taking classes at the University Town Center can order
online at: www.pgccbookstore.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION (DVM 0071 Beginning Algebra):
0 CREDITS (4 EHs) Four-credit-hour load equivalent
This is a self-study/self-paced course that offers the student an opportunity to complete Beginning Algebra (DVM
0071) in an independent format. Upon entering this course, all students must have a working knowledge and
understanding of basic mathematics and geometry. The previously obtained knowledge should include, but not
limited to: the arithmetic application of operations on signed numbers, decimals and fractions; multiples,
divisibility, and factorizations; conversion of percents, decimals and fractions; order of operations; combining like
terms; solving simple one variable equations; and the perimeter and area formulas of the basic geometric
figures.
Topics in DVM0071 Beginning Algebra include: solving linear equations, inequalities and their applications; rules
of exponents and scientific notation; operations on polynomials (including factoring); graphing linear equations
and finding slope; simplifying rational expressions; solving rational equations; and solving quadratic equations by
factoring.
Beginning Algebra consists of the equivalent of forty-five 50-minute class sessions and at least 25 hours of
supervised lab sessions (approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes per week) as determined by the instructor. Upon
satisfactorily completing Unit 5 with a grade of A, B, or C, a student is prepared for MAT 1040.
PREREQUISITE: Eligibility is determined by the Accuplacer test OR by previous work in DVM courses.
All first time developmental mathematics students must have already taken or be co-enrolled in CAP 1030 or
PAS 1010.
OBJECTIVES:
Upon successfully completing DVM 0071 the student will be able to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Identify and apply properties of real numbers
Solve all forms of linear equations in one variable, including proportions.
Solve formulas for any variable.
Solve all forms of linear inequalities in one variable and express the solutions on a number line, in setbuilder notation and interval notation.
Solve applications using linear equations.
Solve applications using linear inequalities.
Graph a linear equation in two variables by plotting points including the intercepts and using a point and
the slope.
Find the slope of a line given two points, an equation, or from a graph, including horizontal and vertical
lines.
Find the slope and the equation of a line parallel or perpendicular to a given line.
Write an equation of a line (in standard and slope-intercept forms) given two points or given the slope and
a point.
Apply the rules of exponents to simplify expressions involving positive and negative exponents (no rational
exponents).
Apply the basic operations to polynomials (monomial division only) and scientific notation
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13.
14.
15.
16.
Factor polynomials completely.
Solve quadratic equations and applications by factoring.
Simplify algebraic fractions by factoring.
Apply the basic operations to rational expressions.
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TEXTBOOK:
Beginning Algebra, Sixth Edition, by Sharma (2007), published by EDUCO International, Inc., with Computer and
Internet Technology.
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENT:
A scientific calculator or the TI-83 or TI-84 Plus graphing calculator (recommended), which is required for MAT 1040.
NOTE:
Books and other materials can be purchased from the college bookstore in the Largo Student Center in
person or by calling (301) 322-0912. Students taking classes at the University Town Center can order
online at: www.pgccbookstore.com
Grade Distribution Table
STUDY
Unit 1
Unit 2
DVM 0031
MATERIAL
Chapter 1
Chapter 2 Chapter
3 Chapter 4
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
5
6
7
8
TEST NAME in Pre-Algebra
Pre-Algebra, Chapter
Pre-Algebra, Chapter
Pre-Algebra, Chapter
Pre-Algebra, Chapter
1
2 (omit 2.4A, B and C)
3 (omit 3.1 and 3.7B)
4
Pre-Algebra, Chapter
Pre-Algebra, Chapter
Pre-Algebra, Chapter
Pre-Algebra, Chapter
5 (omit 5.3B)
6 (omit, 6.2B, 6.4C and D)
7 (7.3B optional, omit 7.4C)
8 (omit 8.4B and 8.5)
GRADE
A, B or C
 DVM 0030 students may NOT use calculators on chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 exams
STUDY
DVM 0071
MATERIAL
Unit 3
Chapter 1.5-2.4
Chapter 2.5-2.8
Chapter 3
Chapter 5
Unit 4
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
TEST NAME in Beginning Algebra
GRADE
Beginning Algebra, Chapter 1 (1.5 and 1.6) and
Chapter 2 (2.1, 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4)
Beginning Algebra, Chapter 2 (2.5, 2.6, 2.7, and 2.8)
Beginning Algebra, Chapter 3 (omit 3.5 and 3.6)
Beginning Algebra, Chapter 5 (omit 5.6B)
Beginning Algebra, Chapter 6
Beginning Algebra, Chapter 7 (7.1 – 7.5 only)
A, B or C
 Since there is no final exam in the self-paced courses, all exams will be cumulative.
 To receive credit for taking an exam, students must show all work for each problem on the scrap paper
provided.
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REQUIREMENTS FOR SELF-PACED DVM0031/DVM0071:
1)
2)
3)
Regular attendance is required.
The equivalent of 25 hours of lab is required.
Completion of the minimum pass level requirements described below for each grade:
DVM 0031 Pre-Algebra
(Passing DVM0030) score a minimum of 70% on all eight DVM0030 chapter exams and:
*A = an average score of 90%-100% on all DVM0030 chapter exams.
*B = an average score of 80%-89% on all DVM0030 chapter exams.
*C = an average score of 70%-79% on all DVM0030 chapter exams.
DVM 0071 Beginning Algebra
(Passing DVM0070) score a minimum of 70% on all six DVM0070 chapter exams and:
*A = an average score of 90%-100% on all DVM0070 chapter exams.
*B = an average score of 80%-89% on all DVM0070 chapter exams.
*C = an average score of 70%-79% on all DVM0070 chapter exams
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I
(Incomplete)
Students have successfully competed at least 75% of the course’s requirement, but cannot finish all the
requirements on time due to extenuating circumstances. Students may be given until the end of the next major
semester to successfully complete all the remaining course work. Failure to complete all course work will
automatically result in an “F” grade.
Q
(Quit)
Student did not attend class after the first 3 weeks. Q grades are reported during the sixth week of
class.
F
(Failed)
Unsatisfactory progress, a grade less than 70%.
W (Withdrawal)
The last day to officially withdraw from a course is approximately 3 weeks before the end of classes;
refer to the course schedule for the exact date. No withdrawals are allowed after this date.
EXAMS – Self-paced exams, which are taken on-line, can be administered in class or in the Testing Center on the
first floor of Bladen Hall room B-100, with a permission slip from the instructor. Ask your instructor about the
center’s hours of operation. Students will pass a chapter test if and only if a score of 70% or higher is achieved on
the exam. If a student fails a particular chapter test, he/she may retake the exam if and only if BOTH of the
following criteria are met:
a) The student must complete and score at least an 80% on every homework assignment (exercises-review)
associated with the chapter in the online Educosoft program.
b) The student must score at least an 80% on each quiz associated with the chapter in the online Educosoft
program.
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DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES
Students requesting academic accommodations are required to contact the Disability Support Services Office (B124) 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.
CODE OF CONDUCT
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
College Student Handbook 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
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 College Student Handbook and posted on the college's
website.
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EQUIVALENT HOURS (EHs)
1. What are Equivalent Hours (EHs)?
Equivalent Hours (EHs) is a method for documenting the completion of developmental
education courses and of weighing those courses with regard to their impact on course load for
enrollment purposes. One EH is defined as “at least 15 hours of participation in an organized
classroom experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified
instruction.” Therefore, to receive 4 EHs, a student must complete and pass at least 60 hours of
required class work.
2. What are some of the objectives of EHs?
a)
To permit the accumulation, updating and transfer of individual’s academic record.
b)
To encourage long-range educational goals, and lifelong learning as a process of
continuing education.
c)
To make a pursuit of knowledge more attractive as a way of personal and professional
development.
d)
To permit and encourage the typical adult student to utilize a host of educational
resources to serve his particular needs.
3. Are EHs awarded for Developmental courses? YES
A student can earn a maximum of 4 EHs by earning a passing grade for completion of a
developmental course in a single semester. Please refer to the syllabus for specific requirements.
4. Do EHs satisfy graduation requirements? NO
EHs are not equivalent to graduation or transfer credits. However, EHs will appear on the
student’s transcript; this will indicate satisfactory participation in an organized continuing
education experience.
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