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COURSE, SECTION, & MEETING TIME MAT 104 College Algebra

MTWRF during assigned time on high school campus

COURSE TEXT

Paul Sisson, College Algebra – a concise approach, First Edition, Hawkes Learning systems 2012.

ISBN #: Software and eBook Bundle: 978-1-941552-74-2

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Review of the fundamentals of algebra; linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; functions and graphs; systems of equations and inequalities; exponential and logarithmic functions; and theory of equations. A student who has earned credit in MAT 106 cannot receive credit for this course. Prerequisite: 2 years of high school algebra or equivalent. ( 3 credit hours )

GENERAL COURSE OBJECTIVES (GOALS)

Students will demonstrate active engagement in their learning experience by interacting with the Hawkes Learning Systems Course Management system software. Students will demonstrate “Mastery” learning of the material in completing homework assignments, quizzes and tests.

GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES

Students will demonstrate competency in:

GE 1. Critical and Creative Thinking – Developing sound analytical and reasoning skills and the ability to use them to think critically,

solve problems, analyze logically and quantitatively, and effectively respond to change.

GE 2. Communication – Developing skills to communicate effectively through reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

GE 3. Quantitative Skills- Developing enhanced abilities for symbolic and numeric reasoning.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

  1. Simplify algebraic expressions.
  2. Solve linear equations.
  3. Solve quadratic equations.
  4. Solve inequalities.
  5. Solve applied problems.
  6. Describe and define a function.
  7. Find the equation of a linear function satisfying given conditions.
  8. Identify the domain and range.
  9. Find the intercepts of an equation or graph.
  10. Sketch the graph ofa function.
  11. Verify that a function has an inverse and compute the inverse of a function.
  12. Simplify exponential and logarithmic expressions and solve equations.
  13. Solve systems of linear equations.
  14. Solve higher degree polynomial equations.

MAJOR STUDENT ACTIVITIES

  1. Regular and punctual class attendance.
  2. Students must complete homework by due dates as assigned through the HLS software.
  3. Students will take about 10 quizzes in the math lab using the HLS software.
  4. Students will take about four pre-announced tests in the math lab using the HLS software.
  5. Students may prepare for the pre-announced tests by taking the practice tests until they can pass them without notes.
  • A minimum score is required on the practice test before being able to take the actual test.
  1. Students must take a comprehensive final exam as scheduled at the end of the semester.
  2. Students must spend at least 1 hour per week in a math lab setting (this can be completed during regular class time for high school students).

EVALUATION AND GRADING

  1. Homework will be assigned online using the Hawkes Learning Systems and must be completed by the assigned due date to get full credit.

Late homework penalties will be assessed as follows:

  • 20% for homework 1day late;
  • 40% for homework 2-3 days late;
  • 60% for homework 4-5 days late;
  • 80% for homework more than 5 days late.
  1. Weekly quizzes will be scheduled (based on homework assignments).
  2. Four scheduled tests will be given during the semester. Tests are administered online using the Hawkes Learning System. There will be specific prerequisites for each exam which you MUST complete in order to be able to take each exam.
  3. A comprehensive final exam will be given as scheduled by your individual high school during semester exam time. An exact time will be provided at least one week in advance.ALL homework certifications MUST be completed in order to be able to take the final exam.

The final grade will be calculated as follows: homework 20%; quizzes 20%; Four scheduled tests 40%; and the final exam 20%

Grades will be assigned according to the following scale:

A ( 90 – 100 ) B ( 80 – 89 ) C ( 70 – 79 ) D ( 60 – 69 ) F ( Below 60 )

PRESENTATION METHODS

  1. Lecture with demonstration 85%.
  2. Learning by solving problems during class & lab to include small group work 10%.
  3. Class discussion and questions and answer period at beginning of class 5%.
  4. Hawkes video and practice problems.

ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY

Cheating and plagiarism are not tolerated. If it is established that a violation has occurred, the instructor may determine the penalty, or he/she may report the offense to the department chair and dean of the school. The usual penalty involves a grade of

zero on the test, examination or paper in question.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

Delta State University is committed to a policy of equal employment and educational opportunity. Delta State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University. If a student requires academic accommodations due to any physical, psychological, or learning disability and has a clinically diagnosed disability who desires accommodation under this Act, this student should let the instructor know so the paperwork can be processed and accommodation can be considered for assessments. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the instructor of your rights, so please take care of this promptly if it applies to you.

ADDITIONAL COURSE-SPECIFIC RULES, POLICIES, EXPECTATIONS

Prompt and regular attendance is necessary for success in this course. You are expected to be attend 75% of your class meetings. However, for DSU purposes, students may complete one homework assignment each week to receive credit for that week’s attendance.

CLASSROOM POLICIES AND MAKE-UP TESTS

  1. Please take earbuds out of your ears upon entering your assigned classroom. Be respectful to your high school facilitator in regards to cell phone use. Do not check messages or send text messages during class. If you are seen using a cell phone during a test, I will assume you are cheating. You are not allowed to use cell phone calculators.
  2. Do not sleep during class.
  3. Do not bring guests, including children, to class.
  4. Come to class on time.
  5. Approved calculator use is required during all classes and permitted during all tests.
  6. You must expect to practice assigned problems until you understand them. HawkesLearning System is a good tool for this purpose.
  7. Make-up tests will only be given under certain circumstances. Any absencefrom scheduled tests must be covered by awritten excuse by an high school administration or a doctor before the student is allowed tomake up that missed test. Any exception to this rule must be arranged beforethe work is missed (including extra-curricular activities associated with your high school).
  8. Buy a scientific calculator and learn how to use it. The TI 36X-Pro is highly recommended. Graphing calculators are NOT allowed.

BRING YOUR CALCULATOR TO CLASS EVERY DAY.

IMPORTANT DATES

September 1, 2017is the last day that a course may be added to your schedule. However, your high school may require that you sign up prior to this date. All high school deadlines will supersede the University’s deadlines. Studentswho remain in the course after September 1, 2017 and wish to drop the course may do so. However, youmay receive a grade ofW if passing or F if failing the course if you drop toward the end of the semester. Talk to your individual high school facilitator and guidance counselor about the dropping process if you wish to drop. The last day to drop a class is December 1, 2017. The comprehensive final exam will be given during school hours during or close to your semester exam time period on your specific high school. More information will follow.

Labor DayHoliday September 4, 2017

Mid-term grades Reported October 17, 2017

Thanksgiving Holiday November 20 – 24, 2017

THINGS TO REMEMBER

  • Makeup tests will be given at my convenience only or the convenience of your high school facilitator or other approved DeSoto County employee(official excuse must have been shown to instructor prior to this occurrence).
  • If you do not take your test on the first scheduled test day, your grade will be zero until the test is taken.
  • Check Hawkes (email, Dashboard, etc.) every day to keep up with homework, quizzes and other assignments.
  • Web Site for access to Hawkes Learning Systems for College Algebra at Delta State University:
  • Web Site for a list of video clips related to the main topics in college algebra:
  • There will be No Extra Credit or “make-up” work to improve your grade.

Hawkes - College Algebra Tentative Schedule

Section / Due Date
1.1 The Real Number System / 8/11
1.2 The Arithmetic of Algebraic Expression / 8/11
1.3a Properties of Exponents / 8/18
1.3b Scientific Notation and Geometric Problems Using Exponents / 8/18
1.1-1.3 Quiz / 8/21
1.4a Properties of Radicals / 8/23
1.4b Rational Number Exponents / 8/23
1.5 Polynomials and Factoring / 8/28
1.6 The Complex Number System / 8/28
Quiz #1 / 8/29
2.1a Linear Equations in One Variable / 9/1
Quiz #2 / 9/5
2.2 Linear Inequalities in One Variable / 9/6
2.3 Quadratic Equations in One Variable / 9/8
2.5 Rational Expressions and Equations / 9/12
2.6 Radical Equations / 9/14
EXAM #1 / 9/15
3.2 Linear Equations in Two Variables / 9/20
3.3 Forms of Linear Equations / 9/25
Quiz #3 / 9/26
4.1 Relations and Functions / 9/27
4.2a Linear and Quadratic Functions / 9/29
Quiz #4 / 10/3
4.2b Min/Max Applications / 10/3
4.5 Combining Functions / 10/5
4.6 Inverses of Functions / 10/7
EXAM #2 / 10/9
5.1 Introduction to Polynomial Equations and Graphs / 10/16
Quiz #5 / 10/17
5.2 Polynomial Division and the Division Algorithm / 10/18
5.3 Locating Real Zeros of Polynomials / 10/23
5.4 The Fundamental Theorem of Algebra / 10/26
EXAM #3 / 10/27
7.1 Exponential Functions and their Graphs / 11/3
7.2 Applications of Exponential Functions / 11/6
Quiz #6 / 11/7
7.3 Logarithmic Functions and their Graphs / 11/10
7.4 Properties and Applications of Logarithms / 11/13
Quiz #7 / 11/14
7.5 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations / 11/16
EXAM #4 / 11/17
8.1 Solving Systems by Substitution and Elimination / 11/29
Quiz #8 / 11/29
9.1 Sequences and Series / 12/5
9.2 Arithmetic Sequences and Series / 12/7
9.3 Geometric Sequences and Series / 12/10
9.6 An Introduction to Probability / 12/11
9.1-9.3 Quiz / 12/11
Final Exam / See Syllabus