Math 1005: College Algebra
Section 1 Syllabus
University of Minnesota Duluth
Spring 2013
Instructor: Lori Ann Schoenhard E-Mail: schoe613@d.umn.edu
Lecture: MTuWThF 8:00 – 8:50 am in ABAH 235
Office: Solon Campus Center (SCC) 152
Text: Algebra and Trigonometry 4e by Blitzer ISBN: 978-0-321-55985-2 and MyMathLab
Prerequisites: Math ACT 21 or higher or SSP 103
Final Exam: May 16th from 4:00pm to 5:55 in ABAH 235
Office Hours: Monday 2:00-3:00, Wednesday 9:00am-10:00am, Thursday 2:00-3:00
Course Topics: Students will develop mathematical skills in the following areas: algebra basics, equations, inequalities, functions,
graphs, polynomial functions, rational functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, and systems of equations.
Content: Chapters P-4, 8.1, and 8.2
What to Expect: I plan on having lectures MWF. You are responsible for taking notes. If you cannot make it to class you should
get notes from a fellow classmate. On Tuesday and Thursday I will allow time for questions and practice problems. However, I
may have to lecture on some Tuesdays or Thursdays. You will have the opportunity to try problems in class by yourself or with a
partner and ask individual questions. We go over these problems together after you have had a chance to try them. Bring an
appropriate calculator to class.
Grading: Your total points earned will be based on 10 homework sets (100 pts total, ~12 % of grade), 10 in class participation (50
points total, ~6% of grade), 10 quizzes (200 pts total, ~24% of grade), 3 exams (300 pts total, ~34% of grade), and a final exam
(200 pts, ~24% of grade).
A 93-100%
B+ 87-89%
B- 80-82%
C 73-76%
A- 90-92%
B 83-86%
C+ 77-79%
C- 70-72%
Your grades will be posted regularly on www.d.umn.edu/egradebook
D+ 67-69%
D
60-66%
F
below 60%
Homework: There will be 12 online (MyMathLab). You will have infinitely many tries (100% is attainable on all homework).
Your two lowest homework grade will be dropped at the end of the semester. Homework must be submitted at the end of the day
on due dates (see schedule for due dates). I will NOT allow you to make-up a missed homework.
Participation: There will be 10 in class participation points on random days worth 5 points apiece. These cannot be made up.
Suggested Problems: You will be assigned suggested problems in addition to homework problems. These problems should not
be turned-in and are not graded. They will be odd-numbered problems, so you will be able to check the answers in the back of the
book. I refer to these when I make the quizzes and tests.
Quizzes &Exams: There will be 12 quizzes worth 20 points apiece. Your lowest 2 quiz grades will be dropped at the end of the
semester. Quizzes are based on the previous homework set and suggested problem set and exams are based on the previous
homework sets and suggested problem sets. There will be 3 exams worth 100 points apiece. Please see the class schedule for the
dates of quizzes and exams. Quizzes and exams are to be completed individually and without the aid of notes or other materials.
Calculator: Only non-programmable, non-graphing calculators will be permitted on quizzes and exams (no phones).
Behavior and Participation: You are responsible for all material and information presented or discussed in class. You should
attend every class. If you miss a class for a reason you think should be excused, contact me so I am aware. Please act respectfully
to me and your classmates. Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to: arriving late, leaving
early, using your cell phone or letting it ring, texting, using a laptop computer, wearing headphones, sleeping, making distracting
noises, speaking while the instructor is speaking, and making inappropriate comments. If you have special circumstances for
arriving late or leaving early, please let me know at an appropriate time. If you are disruptive you will be told to stop the behavior
and you may be asked to leave.
Late Work or Missed Tests: Late homework is not accepted, including for excused absences. Homework can be done early
online. If you plan on missing a class for a school-sponsored event (ex. a game if you are in sports) or for an excused reason on a
quiz or test day, an appointment must be set up to take an alternative version of the quiz or test before you leave. If you miss a
quiz for an excused reason (medical, extreme circumstance, etc.) and have documentation you will have to take the zero for the
first missed quiz. However, if you miss another quiz for an excused reason and have documentation for both missed quizzes,
contact me for the possibility of full or partial credit on the second missed quiz. Late exams are given only in the event of an
extreme circumstance (see “Excused Absences” under the “University Policy” heading). You will need to contact me as soon as
possible if you miss an exam. Not all excuses will be accepted and documentation is helpful. If you have documentation for an
extreme circumstance a make-up exam will be given. If your excuse is not “extreme” I will likely let you take a make-up exam
with significant points deducted for taking it late. If you are timely in contacting me and taking the make-up, fewer points will be
deducted.
If you have extreme medical or personal issues which cause you to miss an exam, many homework sets, or quizzes, contact me
and an advisor or counseling services. You will likely be advised to withdraw from the class, but some other options may be
possible.
Tutoring: Tutoring is available during my office hours and in the tutoring center in Solon Campus Center 40.
Important: I regularly update my website. It contains my syllabus, suggested problems, due dates/events, PowerPoint slides, and
solutions. http://www.d.umn.edu/~schoe613/ . Read the e-mails I send out there is important information in them.
Class
Schedule:
Week
1
Monday
Jan. 21
Tuesday
Jan. 22
Wednesday
Jan. 23
Jan. 29
H1 due midnight
Jan. 30
Thursday
Jan. 24
Quiz 0
H0 due
Jan. 31
Quiz 1
Friday
Jan. 25
2
no class
Jan. 28
3
Feb.4
Feb. 5
H2 due midnight
Feb. 6
Feb. 7
Quiz 2
Feb. 8
4
Feb. 11
Feb. 12
H3 due midnight
Feb. 13
Exam 1
Feb. 14
Feb. 15
5
Feb. 18
Feb. 19
Feb. 20
Feb. 21
Quiz 3
Feb. 22
6
Feb. 25
Feb. 26
H4 due midnight
Feb. 27
Feb. 28
Quiz 4
March 1
7
March 4
March 5
H5 due midnight
March 6
March 7
Quiz 5
March 8
8
March 11
March 12
H6 due midnight
March 13
Exam 2
March 14
March 15
9
10
March 18
SPRING BREAK
March 25
March 19
SPRING BREAK
March 26
March 20
SPRING BREAK
March 27
March 22
SPRING BREAK
March 29
11
April 1
April 2
H7 due midnight
April 3
March 21
SPRING BREAK
March 28
Quiz 6
April 4
Quiz 7
12
April 8
April 9
H8 due midnight
April 10
April 11
Quiz 8
April 12
13
April 15
April 16
H9 due midnight
April 17
Exam 3
April 18
April 19
14
April 22
April 23
April 24
April 25
Quiz 9
April 26
15
April 29
April 30
H10 due midnight
May 7
H11 due midnight
May 1
May 2
Quiz 10
May 9
Quiz 11
May 3
16
May 6
May 8
Feb. 1
April 5
May 10
Last day of class
University Policies:
Special Needs:
It is the policy and practice of the University of Minnesota Duluth to create inclusive learning environments for all students, including students with disabilities. If there are
aspects of this course that result in barriers to your inclusion or your ability to meet course requirements – such as time limited exams, inaccessible web content, or the use of
non-captioned videos – please notify the instructor as soon as possible. You are also encouraged to contact the Office of Disability Resources to discuss and arrange
reasonable accommodations. Please call 218-726-6130 or visit the DR website at www.d.umn.edu/access <http://www.d.umn.edu/access> for more information.
Student Conduct Code:
Appropriate classroom conduct promotes an environment of academic achievement and integrity. Disruptive classroom behavior that substantially or repeatedly interrupts
either the instructor's ability to teach, or student learning, is prohibited. Student are expected adhere to Board of Regents Policy: Student Conduct Code:
http://www1.umn.edu/regents/policies/academic/Student_Conduct_Code.pdf
Teaching & Learning: Instructor and Student Responsibilities:
UMD is committed to providing a positive, safe, and inclusive place for all who study and work here. Instructors and students have mutual responsibility to insure that the
environment in all of these settings supports teaching and learning, is respectful of the rights and freedoms of all members, and promotes a civil and open exchange of ideas.
To reference the full policy please see: http://www.d.umn.edu/vcaa/TeachingLearning.html
Academic Integrity:
Academic dishonesty tarnishes UMD’s reputation and discredits the accomplishments of students. Academic dishonesty is regarded as a serious offense by all members of the
academic community. UMD’s Student Academic Integrity Policy can be found at: http://www.d.umn.edu/conduct/integrity/
Final Exams:
All 1xxx-5xxx courses offered for undergraduate credit should include a final graded component or end of term evaluation that assesses the level of student achievement of
one or more course objectives. All final graded components are to be administered or due at the time and place according to the final exam schedule and not during the last
week of class. To reference the full policy please see: http://www.d.umn.edu/vcaa/FinalExams.html
Excused Absences:
Students are expected to attend all scheduled class meetings. It is the responsibility of students to plan their schedules to avoid excessive conflict with course requirements.
However, there are legitimate and verifiable circumstances that lead to excused student absence from the classroom. These are subpoenas, jury duty, military duty, religious
observances, illness, bereavement for immediate family, and NCAA varsity intercollegiate athletics. For complete information, please see:
http://www.d.umn.edu/vcaa/ExcusedAbsence.html
Appropriate Student Use of Class Notes and Course Materials:
Taking notes is a means of recording information but more importantly of personally absorbing and integrating the educational experience. However, broadly disseminating
class notes beyond the classroom community or accepting compensation for taking and distributing classroom notes undermines instructor interests in their intellectual work
product while not substantially furthering instructor and student interests in effective learning. For additional information, please see:
http://www.d.umn.edu/vcaa/ClassNotesAppropriateUseof.html