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Course Title: Intermediate Algebra Course Code: MAT 099 VE01 Semester: Fall, 2012 Synonym Number: 68677 Credits: Four (4) Prerequisite: MAT 090 or Accuplacer score of 61-84. Meeting Times and Days: 6:30 8:20 PM, Mondays & Thursdays Class Location: Room 114, Edwards Campus Start Date: Monday, 8/27/12 End Date: Thursday, 12/13/12 Refund Date: Wednesday, 9/12/12 Withdraw Date: Sunday, 11/18/12
Instructor Information: Office Phone: (970)569-2931 (Office) Cell Phone: (970)618-6163 CMC Fax: (970)569-3309 E-Mail: adoyle@coloradomtn.edu Office Hours: Mondays, 1:00 to 4:00 PM.; Tuesdays, 3:00 to 5:00 PM
II. Course Description:
Emphasizes problem solving with further study of equations, slope, inequalities, systems of equations, polynomials, quadratic equations, rational expressions, rational exponents, radical expressions, graphing and applications. A graphing calculator or equivalent software may be utilized.
III. Course Competencies and Objectives: I. Demonstrate knowledge and usage of elementary algebra and problem solving. (II) II. III. IV. V. VI. VII. VIII. IX.
(Optional) Demonstrate (III) Demonstrate Demonstrate Demonstrate Demonstrate Demonstrate Demonstrate Demonstrate knowledge and usage of functions, graphing linear equations and inequalities. knowledge knowledge knowledge knowledge knowledge knowledge knowledge and and and and and and and usage usage usage usage usage usage usage of of of of of of of systems of equations in two and three variables. (IV) inequalities and absolute value. (V) polynomials. (VI) rational expressions. (VII) exponents and radicals. (VIII) quadratic equations and functions. (IX) exponential and logarithmic functions. (X) (Optional)
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IDEA Objectives
1. 2. 3. 9. Gaining factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, trends). Learning fundamental principles, generalizations, or theories. Learning to apply course material (to improve thinking, problem solving, and decisions). Learning how to find and use resources for answering questions or solving problems.
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Class Websites
uring the first class session, students will be introduced to Canvas, CMCs new Learning Management System at http://cmclearners.edu20.org. The pre-established login will be your student ID and your password will be cmc _ _ _ _ _ _ (the last six (6) digits of your Social Security Number. Students will be able to check assignments, grades, class notes, etc.
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Tentative Course Schedule NOTE: This schedule is subject to change at any time, depending on instructor evaluation of student skills/understanding/knowledge
Week/Date
Week 1
Topic
Materials
Syllabus & Sundries Chapter 5: 5.1
8/27/12 8/30/12 9/3/12 9/6/12 9/10/12 9/13/12 9/17/12 9/20/12 9/24/12 9/27/12 10/1/12 10/4/12 10/8/12 10/11/12 10/15/12 10/18/12 10/22/12 10/25/12 10/29/12 11/1/12 11/5/12 11/8/12 11/12/12 11/15/12 11/19/12 11/22/12 11/26/12 11/29/12 12/3/12 12/6/12 12/10/12 12/13/12
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Review
Final
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NOTICE:
A student judged to have engaged in academic misconduct as defined in the Academic Policies and Requirements section of the Colorado Mountain College Student Handbook will, at a minimum, receive a zero for the work in question. The student may also be removed from the class, resulting in a failing grade. All student course material may be submitted to safeassign.com (or another anti-plagiarism program) at the instructors discretion. Academic Expectations, the Student Code of Conduct and Judicial Process and more information about academic misconduct can be found in the Student Handbook. Students are responsible for course materials from assigned text(s) and reading, lectures, labs, and other assignments as required. The instructor may alter any, or all, of this syllabus during the semester as the learning environment requires. Students will be notified in writing of changes. Attendance at all class meetings is expected. If you have a disability protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and feel you may need classroom accommodations based on the impact of your disability, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator on your campus. Alpine and Vail-Eagle Valley Campuses: Deb Farmer at 970-870-4450 Aspen, Rifle, and Roaring Fork Campuses: Cheri E. White at 970-947-8256 Summit and Timberline Campuses (including Chaffee County): Sandi Conner at 719-4864200 Students wishing to withdraw from this course must INITIATE the course withdrawal/drop process at the site Registration Office. This class could be cancelled one week prior to the census date if a sufficient number of students are not enrolled by that date.
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Cost of Make-Up*
Take-Home Cost: Time allowed for % Lost for Make-Up Make-up (days)
Cost of Make-Up*
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Concepts (5 points)
No clue
Rules (5 points)
No clue
Does not demonstrate understanding, but attempt is there. Has no idea of how to use the tools, but made a valiant effort. (Correctable)
Makes many
Tools (5 points)
No clue
Submitted more than 60% of the assignment Difficult to follow, but capable of being corrected. The work is there.
Presentation (5 points)
Impossible to follow.
Legible.
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1. Yes 2. Yes 3. Yes 4. Yes 5. Yes 6. Yes 7. Yes 8. Yes 9. Yes 10. Yes
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Are you passing your class? Answer these ten questions to find out: Have you read your class syllabus? Have you purchased and received your textbook? (If applicable) Have you attended all of the classes? Have you arrived on time to each class you have attended? Have you completed your reading assignments? (If applicable) Have you completed your homework assignments? (If applicable) Have you been attentive in class and taken organized notes? Have you engaged in class discussions? Do you understand the material being presented? Have you scored a 70% or higher on tests and /or quizzes? (If applicable)
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If you answered no to three or more questions, you may need help to pass. Heres what you can do: Communicate .Talk about your difficulties with your instructor. Get organized. Write dates in your free student daytimer, set alarms, leave yourself notes. Get caught up. Do your reading, submit your assignments. Visit the learning lab. If you are struggling with the material this is a great resource. Visit a counselor. They have big ears and big hearts. If life is getting in the way of learning, they may be able to offer resources to help. Make an appointment at the Learning Services Desk. Drop the class. If you drop before the refund date, you will get your money back. If you drop after the refund date and before the withdraw date, you will not get your money back, but you will not have an F on your transcript.
Why is it important to do well in this class? Circle the reasons that are important to you: 1. You committed money to pay for it. 2. You committed time to register for it and participate in it. 3. You need it to graduate. 4. Its a stepping stone on which to build future skills and concepts. 5. A good GPA makes you eligible for many scholarships. 6. Good grades help in applying to other degree programs. 7. Doing well builds constructive habits that relate to good job performance. 8. Helps you earn higher wages in the job market. 9. Personal accomplishment. 10. Builds positive relationships with peers and instructors.
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