Course Syllabus
NO6 Syllabus
Math N48 Essential Mathematics Overview Spring 2018
Room: L-207 TTH 7:15 – 9:20 PM Sec. 47245
Instructor: Mike Zeller Email: Zeller_Michael@sac.edu
Text: Basic College Mathematics, Fifth edition; Elayn Martin-Gay. Pearson Publisher, 2015.
MyMathLab Software – Required! Class starts on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018. The purchase of MyMathLab is a requirement and must be purchased by Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018 to remain active on the roll sheet. No exceptions.
Supplies: MyMathLab Software – Required!
Bring Ear phones to listen to video presentations in class (cell phone ear phones work or seek a system that you prefer. Bring a Notebook (three ring) to record your work when using MyMathLab. You may want to acquire: a highlighter , colored pen or pencil, a non-graphing scientific calculator (TI-30 or TI- 36 or equivalent).
Math Center: This is an excellent, learning service located on the second floor of the library and there is no charge. There you will find study tables where you can sit with other students in Math N06. You can get help from tutors and instructors with your homework and computer work. Computers are open for your use. 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.
Course Description and Purpose: This course is a comprehensive review of basic college mathematical concepts designed to develop competency in the areas of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. In addition, topics include ratios, proportions, geometric shapes, and positive/negative integers. The primary purpose of this course is to establish and/or reinforce a solid foundation in basic math skills necessary for life and to prepare students for future mathematic courses requiring these skills.
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to perform operations on whole numbers, fractions, decimals, integers, and rational numbers; as well as, solve basic word problems, including geometry, proportion and percent problems.
Attendance: Attend every class! If you must miss class, make arrangements to get class notes from another student. Attendance will be taken at each class meeting. A student may be dropped due to excessive absences (the seventh absence means you may be dropped). If you miss two classes in the first two weeks, you may be dropped and another student added.
Drops: If you decide to drop this class and stop attending, it is your responsibility to turn in a drop card to the Admissions Office. The last day to drop without a “W” is Feb. 18. Last day to drop with a “W” is May 6. “Due to enrollment demand, a student may be dropped by the instructor when not appearing at the first class meeting…” (College Catalog 12/13, pg. 21).
Homework: In any math course, it is essential to get “hands on” experience with the concepts. One important way to do this is by doing your homework. Plan to spend at least four hours per class session on your homework. Keep your homework organized and bring it to class each day. You may want to purchase a loose-leaf notebook to use for this class.
Tests and Homework:
Homework:
See the deadlines in MyMathLab for the homework deadlines. Students must achieve 80% correct rate on a section to move onto the next section. Homework completed after the set deadline date will be accepted, but “Do not fall behind!” Homework, practice, and repetition usually results in good test scores and success. There are 46 homework sections worth five points each for a total of 230 points. The lowest 6 will be dropped so the maximum possible is 200 points.
In-Class Quizzes:
A daily quiz will be given each class session. A problem will be selected by the instructor from the computer assignment or instructor initiated questions. This activity has two purposes. Reward attendance and monitor homework comprehension. There will be 23 quizzes each worth 4 points for a total of 92 points. The lowest 3 quizzes will be dropped so the maximum possible is 80 points. The are no make-up quizzes.
Chapter Quizzes:
There are eight chapters included in the homework and at the end of each chapter is a quiz on MyMathLab. These are due the day of each exam as listed in MyMathLab. These will help you review material and get prepared for your exams. Each quiz is worth 15 points for a total of 120 points.
Exams:
There are six module exams with each exam worth 100 points. These are taken in class. Dates are in the schedule at the end of this syllabus. Dates for the exams are on the attached schedule, however, the dates may change if the instructor finds it necessary and such changes will be announced in advance in class. All exams are comprehensive and are closed book. Exams must be taken on designated days, no make-ups will be given. For exams, if an unforeseen problem occurs, students need to contact the instructor before the exam to see if a possible solution can be found.
Final Exam:
There is one final exam which is worth 200 points. (Occurs on May 31 and requires an Apperson 100AS form.)
Grades: Grades will be based on your percentage of total points possible. You need approximately 90% of the total points for an A (1080-1200pts), 80% for a B (960-1079pts), 70% for a C (840-959pts), and 60% for a D (720-839pts). Below 60% is an F (0-719pts).
Tests 600 pts
Quizzes 200 pts
Homework 200 pts
Final 200 pts
Total 1200 pts
Academic Honesty Policy Information
Refer to Standards of Student Conduct, BP5201, in Student Handbook (2012-2013) pg 33.
Introduction
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.
Student Honesty: Academic dishonesty or cheating is defined as an intentional act of fraud in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another without authorization. This includes assisting other students in acts of dishonesty or coercing students into acts of dishonesty, whether it is in coursework or on exams. There is absolutely NO tolerance for cheating in this class. Any student caught cheating or assisting another student in the act of cheating will receive an “F” grade for the assignment. There will be several opportunities for collaborative activities in this class, however collaborating on class tests or quizzes will not be tolerated. Anyone seeking help from or providing assistance to another student on a test or quiz will receive a zero.
Test Rules: Tests and Quizzes are closed book and closed notes.
No looking at another student’s desk or paper.
No sharing of supplies.
No talking (the instructor can’t tell if you are discussing math or music.
The use of any electronic devices (i.e. cellular phones, pagers, electronic dictionaries/translators, Palm Pilots, etc.) other than approved calculators during class tests and exams is prohibited. A violation of this policy may result in the filing of an Academic Honesty Incident Report with the Dean of Students.
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 Johnson Center, U-103, or phone (714) 564-6264, TTY (714) 564-6284 for a referral to the appropriate DSPS Department.
Veteran’s Center
There is support available for veterans in the Veteran’s Center located in U 103.
Guidelines and Standards for Student Conduct
Guidelines and Standards for Student Conduct can be found in College Catalog pages 27-28.
Disciplinary Action
Violations to any tenets within the
standards of student conduct are subject to
a possible: warning, reprimand, probation,
suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions
may be imposed singly or in combination.
How to survive this course:
- A) Keep this overview and notify me of any trouble you are having in the course.
- B) You are required to read all sections in the text to supplement the lecture, because it is impossible to cover all the material in class. Class lectures make more sense if you have read the material before the date on the schedule. Plan also to reread each section after it is discussed in class. Take notes of the lectures so that you can review them later.
- C) There are videos in the library which accompany the text available at the library for you to check out over night. (A great idea, if you must miss a lecture.)
- D) Give yourself plenty of time outside of class to review your notes, read the text, work homework problems, and study. If possible set up a study group of 1 – 5 other students. Studying with others can help you through any questions and force you to communicate solutions to other students. The best way to learn a subject is to teach it.
- E) Focus on vocabulary!!
- F) Don’t let yourself get behind. Keep a positive attitude. Get help when you need it.
- G) Further assistance is available at the Math Center and the Tutorial Learning Center located on the second floor of Building L, the library building. Video tapes are available in the Library and a CD Rom is packaged with the book.
Names & phone numbers of three classmates, those you don’t already know:
- _____________________________________ _______ - ____________
- _____________________________________ _______ - ____________
- _____________________________________ _______ - ____________
Zeller Math NO6 Course Schedule Spring 2018
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Math 06 TTH 5:00 pm #40929 Feb 6 Orientation – Welcome Sec, 1.1, 1.2 |
Feb 8 Sec. 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 |
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Feb 13 Sec. 1.6, 1.7 |
Feb 15 Sec. 1.9 Chapter 1 Quiz |
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Feb 20 Review Practice Test Test 1 on Ch. 1
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Feb 22 Sec. 2.1 – 2.2 |
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Feb 27 Sec, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 |
Mar 1 Sec. 3.1, 3.2 |
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Mar 6 Sec. 3.3, 3.4 |
Mar 8 Sec. 3.5 Chapter 2 and 3 Quizzes |
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Mar 13 Review Practice Test Test 2 on Ch. 2 and 3
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Mar 15 Sec, 4.1, 4.2 |
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Mar 20 Sec. 4.3, 4.4, 4.5 |
Mar 22 Sec. 4.6 Chapter 4 Quiz |
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Mar 27 Review Practice Test Test 3 on Ch. 4
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Mar 29 Sec. 5.2, 5.2 |
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Apr 3 Spring Break |
Apr 5 Spring Break |
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Apr 10 Sec. 5.3, 5.4 |
Apr 12 Sec. 6.1, 6.2 |
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Apr 17 Sec. 6.3, 6.4, 6.5 |
Apr 19 Sec. 6.6, 6.7 |
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Apr 24 Quiz Ch. 5 and 6 |
Apr 26 Review Practice Test Test 4 on Chapters 5 and 6
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May 1
Sec. 8.1, 8.2, 8.3 |
May 3
Sec. 8.4, 8.5, 8.6 |
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May 8 Quiz on Ch. 8 |
May 10 Holiday |
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May 15 Review Practice Test Test 5 on Chapter 8
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May 17 Sec 10.1, 10.2 |
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May 22 Sec/ 10.3, 10.4 |
May 24 Review Practice Test Test 6 on Chapter 10
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May 29 Review |
May 31 Final Exam – Bring Scantron 100AS |
Course Summary:
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