MA104 – Analytic Trigonometry
Syllabus: Spring 2016
College credit through Central Methodist University
High school credit through Milan High School
Instructor: Linda Branstetter
Email: lbranstetter@milan.k12.mo.us
Phone:
(school)
660-341-6095 (cell)
Class Meeting: 2nd period MTWTF
Course Description: This course involves studying theory of the trigonometric
functions and applying them to analytical geometry. Prerequisite: Satisfactory
completion of MA103. MA104 is a 3 credit hour class.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to
understand and solve problems involving:
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Solve using analytic trigonometry
Apply trigonometric functions
Use polar coordinates and vectors
Solve using analytic geometry
Use exponential and logarithmic functions
Cost: $80 per credit hour with Milan High School providing the textbook at no charge to the
student. The total cost is $240 for the 3 credit hour class. Dual credit applications will be
available the first day of class. The application and payment is due to the instructor by January
11, 2016.
Required Text: Sullivan, Sullivan. Trigonometry: A Right Triangle Approach. 5th
edition. Pearson. ISBN 0-13-602896-9
Additional Resources: Assignments in this class will require access to a graphing
utility. Possibilities include such calculators as a TI-83,TI-84 or TI-Inspire. Students are
required to provide their own calculator on a daily basis.
Core Competency: MA104 is designed to enable students to demonstrate
mathematical reasoning by applying appropriate methods and procedures to problem
solving and meets the Math Literacy Core Competencies (numbered 6-7 on pg 54 of the
CMU CLAS Catalog.) http://www.centralmethodist.edu/catalog/clas/index.php
Measureable Learning Objectives:
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Written and verbal use of the pertinent language, including mathematical
symbols used in statistics
Choosing the appropriate methods(s) to collect, organize, summarize, analyze,
and interpret data and statistical results
Mission: Central Methodist University prepares students to make a difference in the
world by emphasizing academic and professional excellence, ethical leadership, and
social responsibility. (The student is reminded that they are in a collegiate setting with
all the privileges and responsibilities there in.)
Creed: The Central Methodist University community believes in:
 Seeking knowledge, truth, and wisdom;
 Valuing freedom, honesty, civility, and diversity;
 Living lives of service and leadership; and
 Taking responsibility for ourselves and the communities in which we
live
Academic Honesty Policy: Central Methodist College’s policy on academic honesty is
strictly enforced. While working together for the common cause of learning is
encouraged, outright copying of another’s work is dealt with severely. A zero will be
given for such work. The Academic Honesty policy may be read in detail at
http://www.centralmethodist.edu/ppornelu/CMU%20Policies%20etc.htm
Academic Property: All work (original or copy) submitted by the student to satisfy the
requirements of the course may retained at the discretion of the instructor for non-profit
and educational purposes. Such work is generally used for assessing the course and
providing evidence of student accomplishment for review by accrediting agencies. Any
student wishing to prohibit such use of their work may do so by notifying the instructor in
writing with in the first full week of classes.
Nondiscriminatory Policy: Central Methodist University does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or federally defined disability in its
recruitment, admission, and retention of students.
Course Policies and Information:
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ADA Information: Please refer to the “students with disabilities policy” in the
University Catalog. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with
your instructor for special accommodations.
Course Schedule: The instructor reserves the right to alter this syllabus and
schedule in order to respond to special circumstances and/or better meet the
need of the students.
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Academic Conduct: Honesty and integrity are expected at all times. All students
are expected to do their own work. Exams must be taken without the use of any
unauthorized resources or help from others. Any student found to have
committed academic misconduct may suffer any or all of the following
consequences: 1) score of zero for the work in question; 2) an”F” for the class; 3)
notification sent to the appropriate university officials. Furthermore, said student
will come under the auspices of the Academic Conduct Policy (see p45-47 of the
CMU CLAS Catalog.) It is the responsibility of CMU students to familiarize
themselves with the policies of the university.
Attendance Policy: Because new concepts and methods are introduced each
week, class attendance is very important. All students are expected to attend
each class. If a student must miss class it is the student’s responsibility to find
out from a peer or the instructor what was missed and then catch up on his or her
own. All students are expected to arrive on time for class and stay in the
classroom until the class has completed or a break is allowed.
Civility Policy: All students must behave in a manner appropriate to the learning
environment. Students are expected to complete assignments on time, be
respectful, act with integrity, participate in class exercises, and follow all policies.
General Assignment Policies:
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All exams must be completed on or before the date scheduled. If a student
misses a class date on which an exam will be given, the student may make
arrangements to take the exam in advance. In rare cases, and at the instructor’s
discretion, make up exams may be given should a genuine emergency or illness
occur and verifiable proof of such occurrence (eg: police report or doctor’s note)
is presented to the instructor.
Keeping a well-organized notebook is a key element for developing growth and
understanding in mathematical concepts. Notebooks should contain the
following:
o Instructor-led examples presented in each class,
o Problem sets for each assignment that are detailed and organized to
demonstrate processes used to solve the problem. Problem sets must be
complete according to the calendar given with this syllabus.
o Common errors and alternative solutions from other students.
o Individual test problems with the correct solution.
Participation in classroom activities is essential to in-depth mathematical
understanding. Participation is determined by:
o Engagement in classroom discussions
o Board work based on problem sets
o Communication, both oral and written, group interaction, questioning, etc
o Staying on task
Grades will be weighted by the following table:
Task
Individual Assignments
Tests
Final Exam
Number of Tasks
24
4
1
Points per Task
10
100
160
Percent of Grade
30%
50%
20%
Course grades will be based on individual assignments, tests, and the final exam score. Letter
grades will be assigned based on the percentage of points earned based upon the total
available.
CMU Grading Scale
A 90% and above
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
D 60-69%
F below 60%
MHS Grading Scale
A
96% and above
A90-95%
B+
87-89%
B
83-86%
B80-82%
C+
77-79%
C
74-76%
C70-73%
D+
67-69%
D
64-66%
D60-63%
F
below 60%
Calendar of Topics Covered
1
Section 2.1
2
Section 2.2
3
Section 2.3
4
Section 2.4
5
Section 2.5
6
Section 2.6
7
Section 2.7
8
Section 2.8
9
Review
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Test Chapter 2
Section 3.1
Section 3.2
Section 3.3
Section 3.4
Section 3.5
Section 3.6
Section 3.7
Review
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20
21
22
23
24
Test Chapter 3
Section 4.1
Section 4.2
Section 4.3
Section 4.4
Review
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
Test Chapter 4
Section 5.1
Section 5.2
Section 5.3
Section 5.4
Section 5.5
Review
32
33
34
35
36
37
Test Chapter 5
Review Chapter 2
Review Chapter 3
Review Chapter 4
Review Chapter 5
Final Exam
Assignment/Test Dates
11,17,23,29,35,41,47,53,59,65,71,73,75,79,81,83,95,99,101
11,15,19,21,25,29,37,39,41,43,45,51,53,55,57,69
17,21,25,29,33,37,41,43,47,51,61,69,77,81,83
11,17,21,29,31,33,35,39,41,43,49,61,65,75,83,89,95,99
9,11,15,17,21,25,29,33,35,39,43,47,53,55,59
19,21,23,27,29,31,35,41,43,47,51,55,59,63,67,69,71,73,75,77
17,21,23,25,29,31,33,37,39
3,5,9,15,17,19,27
#1-88,93-99 on pages 199-201. You are not expected to
work each problem to turn in. These are only listed as a study
guide.
On or before 1/29/2016
13,17,21,25,29,33,37,41,45,49,53,57,61,65,67
9,13,17,21,25,29,33,37,41,45,49,53,67,71,75
19,23,27,31,35,39,47,49,53,69
11,15,17,23,25,27,31,35,45,51,57,73,75,81
7,13,19,25,29,39,47,49,57,61,65,71,75
7,13,21,25,29,31,33
5,7,11,19,21,23,29,35,41
#1-126 on pages 270-271. You are not expected to work
each problem to turn in. These are only listed as a study
guide.
On or before 2/25/2016
9,13,19,25,31,33,35,37
9,15,19,23,25,31,37,39,43,47,51
9,15,21,25,29,33,39,41,45
5,11,13,17,21,29,33,35,41,45
#1-45 on pages 314-315. You are not expected to work each
problem to turn in. These are only listed as a study guide.
On or before 3/18/2016
11,17,19,27,31,37,39,51,55,59,69,73,75,81
13,15,19,21,31,35,37,43,45,53
11,15,23,31,33,37,41,51,55
7,9,27,33,39,49,63,67
7,19,25,29
#1-70 on pages 390-391. You are not expected to work each
problem to turn in. These are only listed as a study guide.
On or before 4/15/2016
On or before 4/28/2016 – 4/29/2016 (2 days)