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South Plains College MATH 0315 – Beginning Algebra −−−−Section 003, M W 11 12:45 amSection 006, T R 8 9:45 amSection 008, T R 11 12:45 pmSection 011, T R 2:30 4:15 pm Math Bldg., Rm . 126Math Bldg., Rm . 123Math Bldg., Rm . 128Math Bldg., Rm . 123, respectively Updated on January 18, 2011 Page 1 of 5 Created on 1/14/2011 2:30:00 PM Created by Davis Spring ‘11 Instructor: Ms. S. Davis Office Hours: Office: 103 MATH Bldg. Phone: (806) 894 – 9611 ext. 2699 E-mail address: [email protected] Course Description: Math 0315. Beginning Algebra (3:3:1). This course is designed for those students who need MATH 0320 (Intermediate Algebra) and have not had one year of high school algebra. It includes properties of signed numbers, algebraic expressions, linear equations in one unknown and geometry. Time in math lab maybe required. This course will not satisfy graduation requirements. This course is required if testing indicates a need. (copied from current SPC catalog) TSI: The Texas Success Initiative is a state program designed to ensure that all Texas institutions provide placement, personal advisement, and appropriate instruction to students to enhance their opportunities for success in their college studies. All new students entering Texas colleges and universities are required to take a placement test prior to enrolling in college-level courses, unless exempt from testing under specified state standards (i.e., scores on ACT, SAT, or TAKS). Testing will indicate whether a student possesses adequate basic college-level skills in reading, writing, and mathematics necessary to begin an undergraduate program of study. (copied from current SPC catalog) Text: Elementary & Intermediate Algebra, 2nd Edition, by Sullivan, Struve, & Mazzarella, 2010 Prentice Hall/Pearson Supplies: Graph paper, a ruler, (at least a 3 in ring) notebook, hole puncher, stapler, a staple puller, & a red pen/pencil. (If your lack of responsibility results in you asking to borrow any of the supplies from me then there will be automatic 5 point deduction from your final grade. Bring your supplies to class everyday!) Purpose: This course is to provide the fundamental algebraic basis that the student can use to lay a foundation for the study of Intermediate and College Algebra and other freshmen level mathematics courses. Attendance: Attendance and effort are the most important activities for success in this course. Records of your attendance are maintained throughout the semester. If your lack of attendance (i.e., excessive absences) is determined by the instructor to put you at risk of failing the course, you may be dropped from the class with a F as a final grade. Excessive absences consist of two consecutive weeks or 4 cumulative days. Sleeping in class constitutes an absence. If you unfortunately happen to incur an absence, please contact the instructor either by phone or email and refer to the website to get the assignment before the next class. Please read the “Drops and Withdrawals” policies in the current South Plains College catalog. Assignment Policy: Homework will be assigned daily. The homework assignments will not be graded. However, the practice is required in order to more fully understand each topic and to successfully negotiate the quizzes and the tests. Notebook: Homework, quizzes, tests, and other useful material will be kept in a notebook in which the notebook will be used as a reference and study guide. The notebook will be brought to class everyday! The following material will be placed in the notebook in the order listed: 1. Cover sheet including Name, Class, and Semester 2. Syllabus 3. Assignment sheet Grade sheet 4. Notes 5. Work 6. Quizzes 7. Tests 8. Miscellaneous Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 9:30 – 11 10 – 11 9:30 – 11 10 – 11 9 – 12 p or by appointmentSpring ‘11 Page 2 of 5 Notebook contd.: Each section will be separated by a labeled divider and contain the appropriate procedure page corresponding to the section. The “procedure” pages are: the notebook procedure, the classroom conduct, the “How to Study” guide, “How is College Different than High School” sheet, the hygiene etiquette, the note-taking procedure, the homework procedure, and the classroom testing etiquette. All homework assignments are to be prepared by the homework procedure. The above order of the notebook does not constitute its order. Reference the notebook procedure for proper order. The notebook will be submitted before or during each test throughout the semester (announcement will be made in class) with its average constituting a major test grade. NO LATE WORK will be accepted! The evaluation of the notebook will take into consideration a. How complete the notebook is, b. Its organization and neatness, and c. How well the directions were followed. **To print the above material, visit my Blackboard. All printed material needs to be read at least once during the term of this course.** Grading Policy: There will be random quizzes given over the assigned homework in which no make-ups will be allowed. The total number of quizzes for the semester is unpredictable but only a portion will count as the quiz grade. Make-up quizzes will NOT be given. Worksheets will also be distributed and subjected for grading. There will be five tests (notebook inclusive). Any excused (notification must be made in advance) missed exam will be discussed with the instructor. The final exam will be comprehensive since the intent of this class is preparation for College Algebra. Make-up Policy: There is no automatic provision for making up exams. NO make-ups for exams. If you happen to miss an exam, a grade of 0 will be administered, and this missed exam of grade 0 will not be replaced by the final exam even if the final exam is greater. Study: You should normally spend approximately 2-3 hours outside of class in study for each hour of lecture. Try to study the assigned lesson as soon after the class meets as is possible. Refer to the “How to Study” sheet for further detailed studying suggestions. Grading Scale: Quizzes: 35% A: 90 and above D: 60 – 69 Tests: 45% B: 80 - 89 F: 59 or below Final: 20% C: 70 - 79 Critical Dates: Tutoring: Free tutoring is available in the


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