MAC 1140: Precalculus
Algebra
Spring 2005
INSTRUCTOR: Sidra
Van De Car
E-MAIL: ivandecar@atlas.valenciacollege.edu
PHONE: 407-582-2032
OFFICE: 6-227
OFFICE HOURS: MW 5:30P – 7:00P
TR 5:30P – 7:00P and 9:00P – 10:00P
F 5:00P – 7:00P
COURSE
INFO: This course (CRN:
21745) meets on F from 7:00P – 9:45P in 6-202.
DESCRIPTION: Algebra
preparation for the Calculus sequence. Topics include symbolic, graphical, and
numerical analysis of polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, power and rational
functions; matrices, sequences and conic sections. Applications emphasizing
connection with other disciplines and with the real world will be included.
Technology tools will be utilized in addition to analytical methods.
PREREQUISITES: Minimum
grade of C in MAC 1105 or appropriate score on an approved assessment.
TEXT: Algebra and Trigonometry, ã 2001, by Stewart, Redlin,
& Watson
REQUIRED
MATERIALS: Graphing
Calculator (TI-83, TI-83 Plus, or TI-83 Silver recommended). Students are NOT permitted to use a
calculator that performs symbolic manipulations (such as the TI-89 or TI-92) in
this course.
Note
cards (3” x 5”)
CALCULATOR: The TI-83 will be the modeled demonstrated in
class. If a student chooses to use a
calculator other than the TI-83, he will be responsible for learning how to use
his calculator. The student is not
permitted to store information or unapproved programs in his calculator. The instructor reserves the right to inspect
and/or reset the memory of each student’s calculator. Any student found with inappropriate
information stored in the calculator will be subject to action described by the
instructor’s policy on academic honesty (see below).
ATTENDANCE: Attendance will be
taken at every class meeting. If a
student should need to miss class, he should contact the instructor as soon as
possible. It is the student's
responsibility to find out what material and assignments were missed due to an
absence.
EXAMS: There will be 4 exams. Each exam is worth 15% of the final course grade. There will be no make-up exams during the semester unless the absence is excused by college policy (e.g., religious holidays or college sponsored events requiring a student's attendance). The instructor has the right to ask for documentation to determine whether an absence is excused. If an exam is missed for another legitimate reason (to be determined by the instructor) then the final will be counted twice, as the missed test and the final exam.
Most
exams will consist of 2 parts. For this
format, calculators will not be permitted on the first part of the exam and
will be permitted on the second part.
ATLAS: Students should familiarize themselves with their
individual ATLAS accounts. Throughout
the semester, the instructor may send e-mail pertaining to the course through
the ATLAS system. The student is
responsible for checking his ATLAS e-mail account regularly.
HOMEWORK: Homework
will be assigned at each class meeting.
The student is expected to attempt every problem before coming to class.
Occasionally, homework may be collected for a grade
QUIZZES: There
will be unannounced quizzes throughout the semester. In class quizzes may be given during the
first 5 minutes of class. Take-home
quizzes will be due at
FINAL
EXAM: The final exam is comprehensive and
mandatory. A grade of WF will be
assigned to any student who fails to take the final exam.
FINAL EXAM DATE:
WITHDRAWAL
DEADLINE: Students should familiarize themselves with
GRADING: 3 Exams 60%
Homework/Quizzes/Class
Participation 10%
Final
Examination 30%
Percentage |
Grade
Earned |
90 – 100 |
A |
80 – 89 |
B |
70 –79 |
C |
60 – 69 |
D |
0 –59 |
F |
ACADEMIC
HONESTY: All
students are expected to be in complete compliance with
COMPETENCIES: The four core
competencies of a
1. think clearly,
critically, and creatively;
2. communicate with
different audiences through a variety of mediums;
3. make reasoned value
judgments and responsible commitments; and 4. act purposely,
reflectively, and responsibly.
This syllabus is subject to change and all
changes will be announced in class.