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Intermediate Algebra Rogue Community College Math 95 – Syllabus – Fall 2016
Place: RWC- CH9A Instructor: Elijah Bunnell Time: 11:00-11:50 pm, M - Th Phone: (541) 956-7227 Credits: 4 Email: [email protected] Course ID: MTH95-02 Office: W7 CRN: 1283114 Office Hrs: 2-3 M-Th, 10-11 F
Prerequisites: Math 65 or sufficient placement test scores.
Required Material: . Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Graphs and Models, 4th edition, Custom V3 w/MyMathLab, Pearson Education, Inc., Bittinger, Ellenbogen and Johnson, 2012.
. MyMathLab access (online homework). This can be purchased with the book www.roguecc.edu/MyLabsPlus
. Graphing calculator such as TI-83 or 84.
. Graph paper.
Course Description: Topics include the study and application of compound inequalities, rational exponents, simplifying radical expressions, solving radical equations, solving quadratic equations, graphing quadratic functions, relating exponential and logarithmic functions, and solving exponential and logarithmic functions. Grading: You will receive a grade A-F based on your completion and performance in the listed categories. Your grade will be decided based on a weighted average of the categories and will be assigned as follows:
Weekly Quizzes: Quizzes will be given every Monday covering the topics completed during the previous week. Each quiz will have 2 parts; the first part will contain problems directly from the book work assigned each week, and the second will contain new problems over the same topics. A total of 11 quizzes will be given but only your top 10 scores will be included in the computation of your grade. This will accommodate for unexpected absences. Weight: 15%
Online Work: Online homework and quizzes will be assigned in MyLabsPlus that will be due each Monday at midnight. You are expected to complete your online homework and quiz each night after the section’s lecture is completed. Homework will constitute 80% of this grade, and quizzes 20%. Weight: 10%
In-class Assignments: In-class assignments will be given sporadically and will not be announced before class. These assignments will give you the opportunity to practice problems with the support of your instructor and your classmates. These assignments will be graded mostly on participation and cannot be turned it late. Weight: 5%
Tests: There will be 3 cumulative, closed book, closed note tests given throughout the term. Although the tests will be cumulative the majority of problems will cover new material. Weight: 15% each
Final: The final exam will be cumulative, closed book, and closed note. Weight: 25%
Homework Quizzes 15% Online Homework 10% In-class Assignments 5% Tests 3 × 15% each 45% Final 25%
Total 100% Academic Integrity: Cheating will not be tolerated. Any student caught or suspected of cheating could face disciplinary action including, but not limited to; a failing grade on the assignment/test, a failing grade for the course, or suspension from the class. If you are having so many problems that you feel the only way out is to cheat, then you need to come talk with me. I am here to help you succeed. Students are also expected to behave in a manner consistent with the student code of conduct expectations which can be found at http://www.roguecc.edu/BoardPolicies/appendix_3.htm under Rights and Responsibilities.
Attendance: It is important to realize from the beginning of the term that this class is not designed to be done in an independent study format. If you do not come to class, your grade will be affected and you will be less likely to succeed in the course. If you cannot attend regularly, please see me immediately to explore alternatives to taking this class.
Technology Use: Cell phones and/or IPOD type devices are not to be used during class. Cell phones should be turned off or turned to silent. If for some reason you need to leave your cell phone on vibrate mode during class please speak to me before class begins. Laptop use is acceptable but the use needs to be limited to course related functions such as taking notes.
Help outside of class: If you are having trouble in this class it is important to seek help early and seek help often. Each topic in mathematics builds on the previous topics, so it is extremely important to stay caught up. Make use of the resources made available to you.
. The Tutoring Center in the Wiseman building offers free tutoring for RCC students. You do not need an appointment! Tutors are available starting at 8:30 am on weekdays. Check the on-line calendar for more details. There is also tutoring available at both the Riverside and Table Rock campuses.
. There are many online resources available to you. Log onto your MyLabsPlus account and use the Study Plan button to try additional problems. Watch videos and read lessons at Khan Academy, Purplemath, and YouTube.
. Feel free to come by my office or send me an email whenever you are struggling. I am on campus for many hours outside of my listed office hours.
Students with Disabilities: Students who believe they may need academic accommodations for a disability such as those related to vision, hearing, orthopedics, learning, psychological functioning, and/or other medical conditions should make an appointment with the Rogue Community College Disability Services office. Redwood Campus, Wiseman Tutoring Center, (541)956-7337. Any student who feels she or he may need an accommodation for any disability should advise me of this. Your Grade and Your Time: Notice that although the Online Homework and Homework Quizzes portion of your grade is not the most substantial, they will take up the majority of the time you invest in this class. Learning mathematics is like learning an instrument; it takes regular practice every day to master. You should not expect to do well in this course without completing AT LEAST the assigned Mylabs and bookwork problems.
Homework Be sure to complete these problem sets as we complete each section in class. Part 1 of the quizzes each Monday will have problems directly from this list.
Complete Organized for Quiz
8.1 (1-10, 12, 80, 94, 121, 122)
10.1 (33, 40, 48, 54, 94, 111-114, 122)
10.2 (50, 80, 106, 119, 124)
10.3 (34, 40, 54, 60, 75, 77, 78)
10.4 (10, 20, 36, 74, 81)
10.5 (16, 20, 23, 31, 42, 94) 10.6 (34, 42, 55, 64)
10.7 (19, 24, 52, 66, 90, 94)
10.8 (14, 54, 86, 97, 98)
11.1 (14, 26, 36, 82, 88, 99)
11.2 (10, 24, 59, 69)
11.3 (14, 18, 38, 48)
11.4 (12, 18, 36) 11.5 (18, 30, 34)
11.6 (24, 42, 62)
11.7 (14, 36, 60, 69)
11.8 (8, 10, 14, 54)
12.1 (12, 28, 56)
12.2 (45-50, 54, 57)
12.3 (16, 20, 22, 72, 106, 111) 12.5 (18, 22, 36)
12.6 (9, 31, 48, 75)
12.7 (5, 24, 30)
Calendar Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Week 1 8.1 8.1 10.1 10.1 Sept. Syll., Introduction 26 Quiz 0 Week 2 10.2 10.2, 10.3 10.3, 10.4 10.4, 10.5 Oct. 3 Quiz 1
Week 3 10.6 10.6, 10.7 10.7 10.8 Oct. 10 Quiz 2
Week 4 Review 11.1 11.1/11.2 Oct. 17 Quiz 3 Test 1
Week 5 11.2 11.3 11.4 11.4 Oct. 24 Quiz 4 Week 6 11.5 11.6 11.7 11.7 Oct. 31 Quiz 5
Week 7 11.8 11.8 Review Nov. 7 Quiz 6 Test 2
Week 8 12.1 12.1 12.2 12.2, 12.3 Nov. Quiz 7 14 Week 9 12.3 12.5 12.6 Nov. Quiz 8 Holiday 21 Week 12.6, 12.7 12.7 Review Test 3 10 Quiz 9 and Nov. Take-Home 28 Week Take-Home due Review Grade Day 11 Review Final Exam Dec. 5 Quiz 10
This syllabus is tentative. Any changes will be announced in class.