Mathematics 1314 College Algebra South Plains College Reese Center Campus Spring Semester 2012 Credit 3 Lecture 3 Lab 1 Section 211 Tuesday and Thursday 5 20 pm 6 55 pm Room Reese Center Building 2 Room 254 Instructor Sheyleah V Harris Plant PhD Office Info Room Levelland Math Building 104 Phone 806 716 2665 Email sharris southplainscollege edu Hours the following table will display the regular office hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1330 1430 1330 1500 1330 1430 1330 1500 0900 1200 OR BY APPOINTMENT This course satisfies a core curriculum requirement Yes mathematics Prerequisites 2 years of high school algebra or Math 0320 TSI compliance Available Formats conventional internet ITV Campuses Levelland Campus Reese Campus Plainview Center ATC Textbook College Algebra Blitzer 2010 5th Edition Prentice Hall Pearson Education ISBN 10 0 321 55983 5 ISBN 13 978 0 321 55983 8 Supplies Six 6 blue books pencil paper and erasers No Calculators above TI 30 allowed Student Learning Outcomes Competencies Successful completion of this course should reflect mastery of the following objectives The course objectives the student will be able to meet are Chapter and section numbers are indicated in parentheses 1 Solve and graph a linear functions 1 2 2 3 2 4 b quadratic functions 1 5 3 1 c logarithmic and exponential functions 4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4 2 Solve and graph a linear inequalities 1 7 b quadratic polynomial inequalities 3 6 c rational inequalities 3 6 3 Identify and simplify complex numbers 1 4 4 Apply distance midpoint and circle formulas 2 8 5 Analyze and graph polynomial functions 1 6 3 2 3 3 3 4 6 Analyze and graph rational functions 1 2 3 5 7 Find the solutions for systems of equations and systems of inequalities by using one or more of the following techniques a Algebraic Techniques 5 1 5 2 5 5 b Matrix Techniques 6 1 6 2 c Determinants 6 5 8 Expand a binomial raised to an integral power 8 5 Disclaimer The instructor reserves the right to alter any class policies as deemed necessary by the instructor or South Plains College and will announce any changes in class If a student has any questions about a change in policy ask the instructor for clarification To successfully complete the course objectives the students must already be prepared to factor algebraic expressions reduce add subtract multiply divide and simplify rational expressions and simplify add subtract multiply and divide exponential and radical expressions Grading Policy Grading Scale 90 or above A 80 to 89 B 70 to 79 C 60 to 69 D Below 60 F All grades are rounded from the first decimal Upon the submission of grades at the end of the semester ALL GRADES ARE FINAL All supplemental material and a close approximation of your current grade are available all semester on South Plains College s Blackboard server Assignment Weights Practice Assessment Homework 40 points 20 2 points 40 points Aptitude Assessment Exams Final Exam 5 8 points 1 20 points 40 points 20 points 60 points Total Points 100 points Expectations of the Student for the Instructor The student is within all rights to expect that the instructor do the following Show up as scheduled to teach all information pertaining to the course Provide notice of any schedule changes Maximize the time allotted for this course by assessing student aptitude of covered information at the close of each lecture when time permits Present the material in a manner that can generally be understood by the majority of the class Be accessible to those who need assistance outside of the classroom setting by way of e mail or in person during office hours or reasonably scheduled appointment times Hold to any assignment s given during the course of the semester unless removed Uphold the policies of the college as it pertains to the student s welfare in the course Not make any exceptions regarding the dismissal of any student from the course for reasons listed herein Allow each student the opportunity to discuss the material presented during the lecture period Provide examinations based on the information discussed in class that contain problems which use solving methods similar to those assigned from sections pertaining to the exam Feedback the instructor usually return feedback by the next class day however the instructor reserve the right to have one 1 week to grade assignments and post grades from the due date Submission of syllabus receipt is required 2 Expectations of the Instructor for the Student The instructor is within all rights to expect that the student do the following Show up on time as scheduled to receive and learn all information pertinent to the course and be mindful of any schedule changes Four absences for any reason are allotted to you for the semester If this number is exceeded the instructor has the right to drop you with a grade of F or and X depending on my discretion No student will allowed to begin an exam after the first person has turned in their exam and left the classroom Tardies count as one half 1 2 of an absence Tardies will be applied for consistently being late to class as deemed by the instructor and leaving class early You can seek temporary reinstatement within a week after being withdrawn but you must withdraw yourself from the course via the registrar s office within two days of reinstatement In the latter case you will receive a W or a U After the two days have expired the instructor has the right to drop you for a final time after which there will be no reinstatement THERE WILL BE NO WAITING UNTIL THE END OF THE SEMESTER TO WITHDRAW If you are going to INITIALLY withdraw from this course then all initial withdrawals must be done by Tuesday 24 April 2012 There will be no withdrawals given after this date Take advantage of all resources available to you In the collegiate setting all students are considered adults and are expected to uphold conduct worthy of such consideration Be willing to work together with BUT NOT DO WORK FOR fellow classmates Networking is an essential tool both in the workforce and the in the classroom furthermore the greater the number of minds there are involved the less mental labor is required for each individual No man or woman for that matter is an island except on the exams Be mindful of the classroom setting and the roles therein While student tuition is vital to the well being of this academic institution this does NOT warrant the concession of any instructor to you in a manner that compromises the integrity of the