Math 142 - PRE-CALCULUS II for Honors
WINTER 2014
Instructor: Barbara Harras
email: Barbara.Harras@spokanefalls.edu
Office: 18-212E (SFCC)
Office Phone: 533-3676
Office Hours:
Monday thru Thursday:
9:00am – 10:30 am
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Course Description:
This is the second quarter of a two-quarter sequence in PreCalculus. This
course covers circular functions, analytic trigonometry, sequences and series,
mathematical induction, conic sections, De Moivre’s Theorem along with nth
roots of complex numbers, and vectors in the plane. Also covered will be
analytical geometry with a study of parabolas, ellipses, hyperbolas, plane curves,
and parametric equations.
Prerequisites:
Appropriate placement score. Member of an honors cohort. College level
reading scores are recommended at SFCC.
Textbook:
PreCalculus: Concepts through Functions; Sullivan & Sullivan; Prentice Hall;
2011
Chapters: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11
Calculator:
This class will make use of graphing calculator technology. A TI-83+ or an
equivalent calculator is sufficient. Calculators are available to rent at both SCC
and SFCC. Go to either MathLab for more information!
Attendance:
You will need to attend class every day. I will take attendance regularly for my
records. Although I do not grade specifically on attendance, 50 points of your
grade will be on class participation. You will be held accountable for everything
that occurs in class, whether or not you choose to attend.
Learning Outcomes::
Students will be able to:
1. Understand and apply all six trigonometric functions and their properties.
2. Verify trigonometric identities.
3. Solve trigonometric equations and applications using trigonometric functions.
4. Graph the trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions.
5. Apply De Moivre’s Theorem.
6. Understand and apply vectors in two-space.
7. Identify parabolas, ellipses, hyperbolas, circles and their properties.
8. Graph and use parametric equations and polar coordinates..
9. Understand and use infinite sequences, mathematical induction and the binomial
theorem.
10. Use learned strategies to solve a wide variety of application problems.
11. Verify and interpret solutions with respect to the original problem.
12. Justify solutions (exact and approximate) and the solution process.
13. Identify some connections between mathematics at this level and some real world
problems.
Lectures: (Held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays @ 10:30am). These are
face-to-face meetings. They will be used to introduce the important topics and theorems from
each section in the book.
Homework: Homework is done online through MyMathLab. Students should use the access
code that came with their bundle and register immediately! Note: The vast majority of students
should be doing more practice problems either from the book or from MyMathLab. That is, the
online “turned in” homework is not sufficient to master the material!!
Quizzes: There will be seven quizzes during the quarter.
Two of the quizzes are paper/pencil quizzes;
1. A Trigonometric Function Value Quiz will be given early in the quarter. This quiz is a
table of trigonometric values. There are 128 blank spaces on the table that you will need to
know. This quiz is worth 25 points and you must get at least 122 of the answers correct in order
to receive the points. You will be allowed to retake the quiz as many times as necessary in order
to accomplish this; however, you must be finished prior to the Final Exam. You will receive a
copy of this quiz prior to your first try.
2. A Trigonometric Identity and Formula Quiz will also be given during the quarter. This
quiz requires that you learn the trigonometric identities in Chapters 5 and 6. Most of the
identities are also found on the inside back cover of your text. This quiz is also worth 25 points.
The quiz will contain 35 identities and you must get them all correct in order to receive the
points. You will be allowed to retake the quiz as many times as necessary in order to accomplish
this; however, you must be finished prior to the Final Exam. Again you will receive a copy of
the quiz prior to taking it.
The other five quizzes: These quizzes are done online through MyMathLab. Due dates are
found on the calendar for the course. These quizzes are worth 20 points each.
Focus Questions: (4 group assignments with various due dates worth 25 points each)
These are activities in a real-world context related to the current material being studied. These
activities are to be completed with 1 or 2 other classmates. Group participation is mandatory
for credit. Group activities can be very helpful in preparing for the future work environment.
How to submit work for Focus Questions:
 Typed cover page with group member’s first and last name.
 One packet per group should be submitted with complete detailed process of work and the
final answers. This paper should represent quality work – typed and easy to follow. In
addition to the “formal” paper, I expect each student in the group to have a detailed handwritten “rough draft” of the focus question calculations and answers. The “rough drafts” will
be stapled to the back of the “final paper” when you turn in the focus question.
Chapter Exams: There will be in-class, written Chapter exams on each of the chapters that
we cover. These exams will be worth 100 points each. There will be four such exams:
Exam 1:
Chapter 5
Exam 2:
Chapter 6
Exam 3:
Chapters 7 & 8
Exam 4:
Chapters 9 & 11
Final Exam: This is a proctored exam (comprehensive) with a 2.5 hour time limit. It will be
taken in the classroom on the assigned date for our class hour. The Final Exam is worth 200
points.
Make-up Policy:
Any late papers, online assignments, or tests will be penalized points and will
not be accepted more than two days late or past the last scheduled day of class for the quarter
(Dec 6). Only one make-up exam per person is allowed. Make-up exams are penalized 10 points;
homework will be penalized 10 % of the final grade.
Grading: The breakdown on the grading is as follows:
In Class Participation
50 points
Homework (MyLabsPlus)
100 points
Quizzes (Trig values and Identity)
50 points
MyLabsPlus Quizzes
100 points
Focus Questions
100 points
Chapter Exams
400 points
Final exam (comprehensive
200 points
Total points
1000 points
Grade Scale:
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4.0
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3.9
3.8
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1.0
0.0
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62
Your grade will be calculated as follows:
Dividing the points you have by the points possible will
determine your percentage. Using your percentage,
your grade point for the class can be determined using
the scale to the left. A “Z” grade will only be given on
an individual basis and in extenuating circumstances; it
will not be given as an alternative to a 0.0, if you did not
meet the prerequisites for the course, or failure to
withdraw by the specified date. A “Z” if issued, it will never be changed
back to a decimal grade and must be requested before the end of the
quarter.
Supplemental Help:
 My office hours are posted and I am a wonderful resource for you. There are study tables
and blackboards outside my office for student use. I encourage you to work on homework
outside my office as an individual or as a study group. Scheduling regular study time is a
must in Math!!
 Supplemental help can be found in the Math Center, 18-213. You can find tutors for drop in
questions at the horseshoe counter or Peer Tutoring in 18-213 F.
 MyMathLab is a wonderful help resource. Please take advantage of it.
Other (still important):
I am here to help you acquire the knowledge necessary to
complete this class. In order to make the most of our time together you will be expected to:
 Read the book and do your homework! There are excellent study strategies at the
beginning of the book.
 Take notes in class. Lecture notes are not meant to replace the book, but are meant
to supplement it. I do not lecture over everything in the book.
 Participate in and out of class. Be prepared for class with questions over the reading
and homework. Never hesitate to ask questions. Ask classmates before and after
class as well as asking me.
At last, I must also mention classroom behavior. Respect for fellow students and your
instructor is expected. Some issues that seem to need mentioning are:
 Quiet is expected when someone is addressing the class, this includes your instructor,
as well as, other students. If you have a question, address the instructor, not your
neighbor. Cheating in any form will result in a 0.0 for the assignment, possibly the
class.
 All pagers and cell phones must be turned off during class.
 If you must leave early, please notify me before class and sit close to the door for a
quiet exit. If you come late, find the nearest seat and sit quietly. Do not walk
through the class after it has started.
 This class is designed to help you succeed. Let’s make it a positive place for learning.
Note: Terminating your participation in this class without officially withdrawing will result in a
decimal grade assignment. Certain circumstances may warrant Z or Incomplete grades. See the
instructor in person to explain the circumstances and reasons for such a grade. Please note: Z
grades are not given simply for non-attendance.
*Cheating or attempts at cheating:
1st offense: that assignment will receive a 0% and a student incident report will be filed.
2nd offense: the student will earn a class grade of 0.0 and a student incident report will be filed.
Some examples of cheating include:
 Copying or paraphrasing from someone or something and turning in the work as your own.
 Attempting to look at other students’ work during quizzes/exams.
 Using any unauthorized resource (cheat sheet, notes, phone) during quizzes/exams.
 Allowing another student to copy your work.
This list is not complete… If you need further clarification, talk with your instructor
and/or read your SCC/SFCC Student Handbook or the Rules of Student Conduct for
SCC/SFCC.
Important Dates:
LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW:
FINAL EXAM:
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
If you have a condition (medical or other) that the instructor should be aware of or may need
attention during this class, please inform the instructor.
** Please note, all information in the syllabus is subject to modification. It is intended
that this document is finalized, but in the event of unforeseen circumstances, the
instructor may make changes. These changes will be clearly disseminated through the
interactive lectures and posted as a document in Canvas.