Associate Degree OutcomesAll courses at Jackson Community College address one or more of the institutionally defined Associate Degree Outcomes (ADOs). Math 120 contributes to the following outcomes.Jackson Community CollegeMath 120: Beginning AlgebraClass Time: Monday and Wednesday 11am – 12:55pm James McDivitt Hall, Room 209 Instructor: Melinda WesselsContact Information: The most efficient way to contact me is by e-mail. My e-mail address is: [email protected]. Materials: *Beginning Algebra Tenth Edition, Lial, Hornsby, and McGinnis * My Math Lab software is optional *Scientific CalculatorPurpose and Learning ObjectivesCourse Description:Math 120 is the study of the following: variables and variable expressions, integers, laws of exponents, Equations (linear, quadratic, rational, radical, and absolute value), linear inequalities, linear systems, coordinate graphing and problem solving.Prerequisite(s): Math 110 or equivalentCourse Goals: The purpose of this course is to develop a progressive understanding of more basic algebraic skills, concepts, andproblem solving techniques; to obtain a sense of how and why algebra is used, and to be able to relate these problems and use the learned problem solving techniques to real life applications. Great emphasis will be placed on understanding of terms, concepts, principles and theories rather than cramming and memorization.Performance Objectives:Core Course Objectives1. Simplify basic algebraic, exponential, rational, and radical expressions using mathematical processes and symbol manipulation.2. Use algebraic processes to solve linear, quadratic, rational, radical and literal equations and linear systems of equations.3. Demonstrate understanding of concepts of linear equations by: graphing a linear equation, finding x- and y- intercepts, and finding the slope of a line.4. Solve basic application problems using algebraic processes and procedural techniques.5. Demonstrate knowledge of current technology and its uses and/or scientific issues.Associate Degree OutcomesOfficial Math Department Syllabus 1All courses at Jackson Community College address one or more of the institutionally defined Associate Degree Outcomes (ADOs). Math 120 contributes to the following outcomes.ADO 3: Demonstrate computational skills and mathematical reasoning- Demonstrates a basic knowledge of the structure of the real number system.- Demonstrates computational skills using positive and negative numbers, fractions, and decimals, ratio and percents.- Demonstrates an understanding of algebra (manipulating algebraic expressions, solving linear equations, applying the rules of exponents), geometry and measurement, data and descriptive statistics.- Uses and understands basic mathematical terminology.- Translates situations into mathematical symbols.- Represents mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically and/or verbally.- Understands that connections exist between mathematics and real-world situations.ADO 7: Rubric for Critical Thinking- Incorporates new knowledge with old.- Converts complex concepts into useful personal language.- Solves new problems in new contexts.Course Information and Requirements1. Calculators: For MTH 110 and MTH 120, a calculator is not required, but it would be advisable tohave a scientific calculator that performs the basic operations (add, subtract, multiply, and divide), percents and fractions. (In the past, a TI-30 has been a good choice.) 2. Homework, Attendance and Participation: Attendance and participation is very important. Mathematics is similar to a sport, you cannot expect to be good at it without practicing. Therefore, homework will be given every class meeting. You can complete paper and pencil homework to turn at the beginning of the next class, or you may complete homework on My Math Lab. Homework completion will be monitored at the beginning of each class meeting. It is extremely important for each student to be in class on time. Not only is the class disrupted by latecomers, the late student misses out on time to take quizzes, misses being counted for attendance and any instructions given at the beginning of class. If you do not plan to attend lectures regularly, you are advised to withdraw.3. Late Work: Late homework will not be accepted. All assigned homework will be due at the beginningof the next class meeting unless specified otherwise. 4. Extra Credit: “The mathematics department strongly recommends that extra credit not be offeredin mathematics courses. In order to foster a collegiate environment, maintain the integrity of student grades, and provide for proper student placement and advancement through sequenced courses,theOfficial Math Department Syllabus 2department believes this to be in the best interests of both students and faculty. Extra credit is understood to include bonus points on a test or assignment, separate extra credit assignments, andother forms of providing opportunities for more than 100% credit.”5. Tutoring: Tutors (plus additional services for academic success) can be accessed by calling 796-8415 or by stopping by the Center for Student Success, Bert Walker Hall Room 123. (FREE!) There is a math lab in JM 245. This lab is staffed with professional mathematicians who serve as tutors. It is open Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 am until 6 pm. The lab operates on a walk-in basis. Please remember to bring your textbook and your class notes to your tutoring session; these are very useful to the tutor as well as to the student. (FREE!) Students requiring special assistance (including those affected by the Americans with Disabilities Act)should contact the Center for Student Success. This is the first step in acquiring the appropriate accommodations to facilitate your learning. (FREE!)6. Study Groups: I strongly encourage you to make a friend or friends in class that you can get together with outside of class. One of the best ways to study and to learn is by helping one another. 7. Other General Information:- Instructional Philosophy: Education is a self-initiated, active, goal-directed process, leading to a change and/or expansion of the student’s understanding of and ability to use the subject material. The student is expected to be accountable for the learning process. The instructor
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