Course Syllabus
Course Syllabus-Santa Ana College
College Algebra
Science, Math, Health Sciences Division
Spring 2018 Instructor: Hermina Shamoni, M.A
Math 140 – Ticket #48037 4 units
Time: MW 8:00 am- 10:05 am E-mail: Shamoni_Hermina@sac.edu
Room: I-102
Textbook: Textbook We will be using “College Algebra,” 3 rd Corrected Edition by Carl Stitz and Jeffrey Zeager. The good news: You can download it for free https://s3.amazonaws.com/myopenmath/ufiles/96/szca07042013bookmarks.pdf
or you can purchase a print version.
Course Description: Survey of advanced topics in algebra: equations, inequalities and functions involving polynomials, rationals, exponentials, and logarithms with applications and graphing; sequences and series.
Attendance: It is important that you attend each class session. You must be in class to participate in in-class activities. Therefore, being absent from class can negatively affect your grade in the course.
Absence and Drop Policy: Stopping attendance does not constitute a drop; this must be done in the records Office. Upon your 4th absence you may be dropped; keep me informed of any special circumstances.
Electronic Devices: Laptops, Tablets, Cell phones, pagers, MP3 players, and all other electronic devices must be turned OFF/ Silence during class. If you use any of your electronic devices during class, you will have points taken off of your class participation.
Class policy: Should you miss a class, it is your responsibility to obtain the lecture notes and other important information from one of your classmates. Remember, the student is responsible for all information given out during class time.
Quizzes: There will be online quizzes. You must submit your quiz on time.
Homework: Homework is online. No late homework will be accepted.
Exam: There will NOT be any make up exams. If you miss an exam, you will get a zero.
Extra Credit: There will be extra credit(s) during the semester.
Math Center: This is an excellent learning environment free service located on the second floor of the library. There you will find study tables where you can sit with other students in Math 140. You can get help from tutors and instructors related to your homework. You must register for the free service by either going to the Math Center web page at sac.edu or registering in the Math Center. Be sure and sign in and out each day you use the service on the Center computer. You can earn up to 10 point extra credit points by completing 30 hours of work in the Center.
Grading:
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Homework |
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16% |
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Quizzes |
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10% |
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Class participation |
40 points |
4% |
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Exam 1 |
100 points |
12.5% |
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Exam 2 |
100 points |
12.5% |
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Exam 3 |
100 points |
12.5% |
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Exam 4 |
100 points |
12.5% |
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Final Exam |
200 points |
20% |
Total 100%
GRADING SCALE: 90% - 100% A
80% - 89% B
70% - 79% C
60% - 69% D
The following is a tentative schedule.
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Exams |
Date |
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Exam 1 |
03-12-2018 |
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Exam 2 |
04-09-2018 |
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Exam 3 |
04-23-2018 |
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Exam 4 |
05-14-2018 |
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FINAL EXAM |
05-30-2018 (Wednesday) |
IMPORTANT DATES:
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Last day to add (add code required) |
February 18 |
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Last day to drop without “W” |
February 19 |
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Last day to drop with “W” |
May 06 |
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Last day to get refund |
February 18
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Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to analyze polynomial, rational, radical exponential, absolution value and logarithmic functions as well as inequalities and the theory of polynomial equations in preparation for business calculus.
Cheating: Observed copying, use of notes, switching exams, or communicating with anyone
other than me during a quiz or an exam will be deemed cheating. Cheating is also defined as an
intentional act of fraud in which a student claims credit for the work or efforts of another
without my authorization on any coursework.
ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY : From the 2017/2018 Santa Ana College Catalog, pg. 309.
Students at Santa Ana College are expected to be honest and forthright in their academic endeavors. To falsify the results of one’s research, to steal the words or ideas of another, or to cheat on an examination, corrupts the essential process by which knowledge is advanced. Academic dishonesty is seen as an intentional act of fraud, in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another without authorization, or uses unauthorized materials or fabricated information in any academic exercise. As institutions, we also consider academic dishonesty to include forgery of academic documents, intentionally impeding or damaging the academic work of others, assisting other students in acts of dishonesty or coercing students into acts of dishonesty.
Procedures – In cases where a violation of academic honesty is discovered, the faculty member is encouraged to file an “Academic Misconduct Incident Report” form and distribute the form to the appropriate offices listed.
There are two categories of sanctions: Limited and College-wide. Limited sanctions include an academic action such as assigning a lower grade or a grade of “F” for the assignment, project, or test. College-wide sanctions include any sanction that will affect a student’s standing with the college-at-large, up to and including suspension or expulsion from the College.
In matters relating to academic honesty violations, the primary responsibility for disciplinary proceedings rests with the instructor and the academic division where the violation allegedly occurred. The Dean of Student Affairs will assist in all College-wide sanctions.
Academic Accommodations Statement: A student with a disability, who would like to request an academic accommodation, is responsible for identifying herself/himself to the instructor and to the Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS). To make arrangements for academic accommodations, contact the Learning Disabilities Program in The Village,VL-204 or phone (714) 564-6264, TTY (714) 564-6284 for a referral to the appropriate DSPS Department. If you would like more information, visit http://sac.edu/StudentServices/DSPS,
Course Summary:
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