Math 131/331
Fast Track
January 11th – May 5th 2016
Instructors:
Phone:
E-mail:
Class Time:
Ms. Talaoc
(626) 585-7344
sctalaoc@pasadena.edu
MTRF: 5:30PM-6:40PM
TR:
7PM-8:10PM
Room :
R408
Office hours:
C121-B MW 3:15 – 4:30 PM & 7 – 8 PM
R125 T R: 4 –4:30 PM
FAST TRACK Math 131/331intermediate Algebra (6-units) prepares students to be college-math ready in one
semester. The course is designed to allow students to progress as quickly as possible by demonstrating prior math
knowledge through a series of mastery level diagnostics. Students are required to have computer and internet
access from home to complete lectures, notes, and practice problems. Students will participate in active learning
projects throughout the semester. All tests and finals will be taken in class. Attendance is mandatory.
Math 131 (CRN: 32553 )
Math 331 (CRN: 33516 )
Last day to drop
without a “W”
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Jan. 24, 2016
Jan. 24, 2016
April 8, 2016
April 8, 2016
Math 131 STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLOs): Upon completion of this course, students will
be able to simplify nonlinear expressions; solve nonlinear equations and inequalities; evaluate, graph,
and perform operations on functions; model and solve real world applications.
Math 331 STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLOs): Upon completion of this course, students will be
able to: master remedial topics; intentionally and systematically organize materials, time and content;
regularly evaluate their own understanding; and use their resources effectively
MATERIALS: You will need the following materials for this class:
 A 2 in. 3-ring binder (with dividers or tabs) and lined notebook paper
 Pencils and an eraser
 Two flexible 2x3 piece of poster paper in any color you like (available at the 99¢ Store)
 ALEKS computer access code. You can access the lessons via the internet at www.aleks.com or
you can do a simple installation onto your home computer.
 Lecture Notes/Homework Sets for ALEKS Fast Track Math 131 which can only be purchased
from the PCC Bookstore (≈ $12). If you are repeating this class, you must purchase a new
packet.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT: ALEKS website: www.aleks.com
Phone: (714) 619-7090
ATTENDANCE: There is a strong relationship between attendance and success in a math class; please
arrive to all classes a few minutes early so that you are relaxed and ready to learn. If you decide to stop
attending class, please make sure to drop yourself so that you don’t get a letter grade that will negatively
affect your GPA. Students may be dropped from a semester-length class for absences which total the
number of hours the class is scheduled to meet in a two-week period. 3 tardies = 1 absence and leaving
class early is counted as a tardy. If you must miss class, please get the lecture notes and from a
classmate. If you are late, it is your responsibility to inform your instructor at the end of class so that you
will not be marked as absent.
ALEKS COMPUTER WORK: You are expected to do much of the computer work outside of class.
The more you do outside of class, the quicker you can complete each module. Deadlines are set within
ALEKS; make sure to complete the required portion of the pie before taking a test. No late work will be
accepted.
GROUP WORKSETS: You may work on the Group Worksheets outside of class or in small groups
during class. I may collect the group work at the end of class.
HOMEWORK SETS: homework sets can be found at the end of each chapter in your lecture note
packet. I will collect the homework for each chapter on the day of the test. Sorry, I do not accept late
homework since this will only hurt your performance on the exams.
LECTURE NOTES: Bring your lecture notes to every class meeting. Neatly completed Lecture Notes
will be checked at midterm and late in the semester. No late work will be accepted.
QUIZZES: Quizzes will be given during the first 10-15 minutes of either class. Please come to class on
time so that you may take the quiz. No make-up quizzes will be given.
CHAPTER TESTS: You should have completed the required ALEKS work, Homework Sets, Lecture
Notes, and Group Worksheets completed prior to taking a test.
Although the majority of each test will be based on the current chapter, each test will include several
review questions from previous chapters. All tests are taken in the classroom and are closed book,
closed note, and do not use calculators. Cheating will not be tolerated! You will receive a zero on the
test and possible expulsion from the class for cheating.
MAKE-UP TEST POLICY: No make-up tests will be given (excused or unexcused); if you miss a
test, you will receive a score of zero on that test. You are encouraged to take your test early before
the deadline. Since emergencies do occur, I do offer a safety net…
FINAL EXAMS: There is a cumulative final exam at the end of Math 131. The final will replace your
lowest test score IF:
(1) You have less than 2 absences (including arriving late or leaving early);
(2) You have completed all work on or before the required deadlines, and
(3) A zero on a test was not due to cheating.
PERSONAL CONFERENCES: You will meet with your instructors throughout the semester. The
conference will review course progress, study skills, and goal setting.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE: Students are expected to act in an adult manner. Any loud, offensive,
rude, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Turn off cell phones, iPods, laptops, and any
electronic devices during class. If your cell phone rings, or if you text message, you can either bring
the class a treat (candy, cookies, fruit, etc.) or take a 5-point deduction on your next exam. If
disruptive behavior continues you will be asked to leave the class or the lab, even during an exam.
You are not allowed to bring your laptop, friends, or children to class. No food or beverages are allowed
in the room with the exception of bottled water. Students are only allowed to access www.aleks.com
and your canvas page for this class while in the MRC. Students are not allowed to access any other
website. Students who break this rule will be asked to leave.
Test 1 (Ch 1 & 2)
MATH 131 TEST SCHEDULE (subject to change):
1/25/16 (M)
Test 5 (Ch 6)
3/24/16 (Th)
Test 2 (Ch 3)
2/1/16 (M)
Test 6 (Ch 7)
4/5/16
(T)
Test 3 (Ch 4)
2/19/16 (F)
Test 7 (Ch 8)
4/15/16
(F)
Test 4 (Ch 5)
3/4/16 (F)
Test 8 (Ch 9)
4/26/16 (T)
Final (Ch. 1-9)*
5/5/16
(Th) 5:30-7:30PM
*Each test will contain 20 questions and the final exam will contain 30 questions
MATH 131GRADING POLICY:
Course Requirements
ALEKS Computer Work
Homework, Classwork,
and Quizzes
Tests
Final
Explanations
Complete required pie sections for each
module
You must be in class to complete the in-class
assignment
6Exams – no make-up exams allowed
Comprehensive Final covering Chapters 1 - 9
Grading Scale
10%
15%
50%
25%
Your overall grade will be determined by the following scale:
A: 90 – 100%
B: 80 – 89%
C: 73 – 79%
D: 60 – 72%
F: Below 60%
MATH 331 GRADING POLICY:
Course Requirements
Projects
Explanations
Life Graph Poster
Science Project
Function Project
Grading Scale
30%
Classwork
Test corrections
In-Class worksheets
50%
Workshop assignments
Career Center visit: Pin Point assessment
Time management paper
10 %
Counseling Sessions
2 mandatory sessions – grade is based on
attendance (1% deduction for every missed
session)
10%
Your overall grade will be determined by the following scale:
Pass (P): 70%-100%
No Pass (NP): Below 70%
Fall 2015MATH 331 Support Course Calendar (subject to change)
Day
MATH 331
MATH 331
T Th in R 408 7-8:10PM
At home
Class expectations
ALEKS
Week T
1
Th
DLO - Absolute Value Eqn.
ALEKS
Science Projecct: Temp.
ALEKS
Week T
2
Th
Graphing Lines: Life Graph
ALEKS
DLO - What Form of
ALEKS
Week T
Equation & Why
3
Th
Systems of 2x2's
ALEKS
ED PLAN: Time Mgn. Paper ALEKS
Week M
4
Th
Exam 1 corrections
ALEKS
Stumbling Blocks
ALEKS
Week T
Career Goal
5
Th
DLO - Applications
ALEKS
Exponent Rules
Exam 2 corrections
ALEKS
Week T
6
Th
DLO – Factoring Patterns & ALEKS
Recognition
DLO-Rationals
ALEKS
Week T
7
Th
DLO - Adding Rational
ALEKS
Expressions Vs. Solving
Rational Equations
Exam 3 corrections
ALEKS
Week T
8
Th
4 year University Choice &
ALEKS
Finance Plans
Spring Break
ALEKS
Week
No Classes
ALEKS
9
Exam 4 Corrections
ALEKS
Week T
10
Th
DLO - Rational Exponents
ALEKS
Career Center Visit: Future
ALEKS
Week T
Income
11
Th
Factoring, Square Root
ALEKS
Property (ahead)
Exam 5 Corrections
ALEKS
Week T
12
Th
No Class: Veterans Day
ALEKS
DLO - Methods to Solve
ALEKS
Week T
Quadratic Equations
13
Th
DLO - Translating Functions ALEKS
Exam 6 Corrections
ALEKS
Week T
14
Th
Function Project
ALEKS
Exam 7 Corrections
ALEKS
Week T
15
Th
DLO-Log & Exp application ALEKS
Review for Final Exam
ALEKS
Week T
16
Th
Create Practice Exam
ALEKS
Week
17
Th
FINAL EXAM 10:15-12:15