NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title: Beginning Algebra
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Course Prefix & Number: MATH 0305
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Section Number: 102
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Semester: 161s
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Semester Credit Hours: 3
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Lecture Hours: 3
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Lab Hours: 0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
This course includes basic algebraic concepts and notations; algebraic expressions and equations, factoring polynomials and graphing. Some algebra is required. This course does not count toward graduation at NCTC.
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Course Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement score on TSI or other approved assessment test.
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
MyLabsPlus Access code – required
Elayn Martin-Gay: Beginning & Intermediate Algebra, Pearson, 2017, 6th ed.- optional
Calculators are permitted. *** NO GRAPHING CALCULATORS NOR CELL PHONE CALCULATORS ALLOWED – ONLY SCIENTIFIC CALCULATORS ALLOWED. *** TI-30X IIS is highly recommended.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Name of Instructor:
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Clara Novita Ward
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Campus/Office Location:
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Gainesville/ MSS 809
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Office Hours:
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5:00 PM Tues.
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-4211
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E-mail Address:
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cward@nctc.edu
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GRADING CRITERIA
# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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25
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Homework
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10%
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14
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Quizzes
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10%
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3
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Unit Tests
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60%
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1
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Final Exam
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20%
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Grade Scale: 90 – 100% = A; 80 – 89% = B; 70 – 79% = C; Below 70% = F
You are responsible for the review, vocabulary, and concepts of the exercises. Exercises assigned each night of class are due Mon. night before the next class night. In order to complete the class, you will need to spend 3 to 5 hours a week outside class on homework and quizzes. It is to your benefit to read each section before class. The class will stay together, do not get behind. It is very difficult to catch-up if you get behind. If you have difficulties contact me or use the math lab, or one of the support services. I will be happy to meet with you to provide extra help or explanation if you need.
Please be available each scheduled test night and be prepared to take the test at the assigned time. It is very important that you take your tests at the scheduled times, so be prepared. If it is absolutely necessary to miss a test, let me know ahead of time. Check with me about making it up. Missed tests must be made up as soon as possible. No more than one test can be made up. The grade on the final exam may be substituted for one test. Do not use notes or the book when you take quizzes or tests. Everyone must take the Final Exam.
If you do not understand a concept let me know as soon as you realize you do not understand. Even if you think you are completely lost, it may take only a few minutes to get you back on target.
Take an active part in class. If you have a question, ask. The more you are verbally involved, the more you will get from the class.
I cannot emphasize too much that you need to attend every class and all of it. Do not make it a habit to be late and do not leave early without my permission.
I will be in the classroom 30 min. before each class and most of the time 1 hour before class. If you need help, see me. I will meet you at the college at other times if we arrange it. You may e-mail me anytime.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Define, represent, and perform operations on real numbers.
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2.
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Recognize, understand, and analyze features of a function.
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3.
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Recognize and use algebraic (field) properties, concepts, procedures (including factoring), and algorithms to combine, transform, and evaluate polynomial expressions.
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4.
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Identify and solve polynomial equations.
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5.
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Identify and solve linear inequalities.
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6.
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Model, interpret and justify mathematical ideas and concepts using multiple representations.
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7.
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Connect and use multiple strands of mathematics in situations and problems, as well as in the study of other disciplines.
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TSI COMPLIANCE
At North Central Texas College, students who test but do not meet the passing scores in ALL sections of the TSI Assessment or any other THECB approved testing measurements are required by state law to obtain TSI advising and continuously enroll in a formal college preparatory studies (developmental) program every semester until all TSI requirements are satisfied. TSI program attendance is MANDATORY. Non-compliance with the rules of attendance will result in a student being WITHDRAWN from the college preparatory course and possibly from North Central Texas College. Withdrawals are subject to college policies as set forth in the college catalog.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all College Prep classes for which they have registered. There are NO excused absences. The Department of College Preparatory Studies will notify students of absences reported by instructors and one courtesy warning e-mail notification (Lion Pride email) will be sent to the students’ current NCTC student e-mail address (Lion Pride) when the student accrues 1 week absence (not necessarily consecutive days) in a course. Failure to read and/or receive NCTC e-mail (Lion Pride) is no excuse for not complying with the Attendance Policy. It is the student's responsibility to maintain correct and current e-mail and local and permanent addresses with the college.
After a student has been absent from class 2 weeks (not necessarily consecutive days), the student may be dropped. If the student is dropped from the only College Prep class in which he/she is enrolled and is TSI liable, the student may be DROPPED from all remaining courses for that semester.
Inform the instructor in writing during the first week of class of any religious holidays observed this semester. Documentation must be given to the instructor at the class following the holiday.
Also, since punctuality has become a problem in recent semesters, three tardies will be considered one absence. Coming in late disrupts the class. Occasions do occur that you will need to be tardy, but not on a consistent basis.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Fall 2016
NCTC
MATH 0305
Tentative Weekly Schedule
Date
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Mon - Sun
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Topic
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Assignment
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Week 1
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Aug22-
Aug 28
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Introduction;
2.1 Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
2.2 The Addition & Multiplication Properties of Equality
2.3 Solving Linear Equations
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Read and understand syllabus and course expectations
Quiz Sections 2.1, 2.2, & 2.3
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Week 2
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Aug 29-
Sept 4
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2.4 An Introduction to Problem Solving
2.5 Formulas & Problem Solving
2.6 Percent & Mixture Problem Solving
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Quiz Sections 2.4, 2.5, & 2.6
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Week 3
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Sept 5-
Sept 11
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2.7 Further Problem Solving
2.8 Solving Linear Inequalities
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No Class Mon 9/5 – Labor Day
Quiz Chapter 2 Review
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Week 4
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Sept 12-
Sept 18
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TEST #1: Chapter 2
3.1 Reading Graphs & the Coordinate plane
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Quiz Section 3.1
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Week 5
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Sept 19-
Sept 25
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3.2 Graphing lines
3.3 Intercepts
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Quiz Sections 3.2 & 3.3
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Week 6
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Sept 26-
Oct 2
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3.4 Slope & Rate of Change
9.4 Graphing Inequalities (through ex 5)
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Quiz Sections 3.4 & 9.4
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Week 7
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Oct 3-
Oct 9
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3.5 Equations of Lines
3.6 Functions
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Quiz Sections 3.5 & 3.6
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Week 8
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Oct10-
Oct 16
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4.1 – 4.3 Systems of equations (basic only)
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Quiz Chapter 3 & 4 Section 9.4
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Week 9
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Oct 17-
Oct 23
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TEST #2: Chapter 3 & 4.1 - 4.3 & 9.4
5.1 Exponents
5.2 Polynomial Operations
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Quiz Sections 5.1 & 5.2
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Week 10
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Oct 24-
Oct 30
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5.3 Multiplying polynomials
5.4 Special Products
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Quiz Sections 5.3 & 5.4
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Week 11
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Oct 31-
Nov 6
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5.5 Negative Exponents & Scientific Notation
5.6 Dividing polynomials (monomial only)
6.1 Greatest common factor
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**Last Day to Drop with a W is Thurs 11/3**
Quiz Sections 5.5, 5.6, & 6.1
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Week 12
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Nov 7-
Nov 13
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6.2 Factoring Trinomials
Review Chapter 5 & 6.1 – 6.2
TEST # 3: Chapter 5 & 6.1 – 6.2
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Quiz Chapter 5 & 6
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Week 13
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Nov 14-
Nov 20
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Intro to Statistics (supplemental)
Reading tables & graphs
Appendix F – mean, median, mode
Analyzing Data – range, midpoint
Simple Probability (coin toss, cards)
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Quiz Intro to Statistics Review (Must have completed the day before the test.)
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Week 14
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Nov 21-
Nov 27
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Test #4: Intro to Statistics
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Thanksgiving Holiday
College Closed November 23rd at 3:00pm and reopens November 28th
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Week 15
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Nov 28-
Dec 4
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Re-Take one failed test
Quiz Final Exam Review
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Final Exams December 5 – 8
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**Final exam is scheduled for ___Tues. Dec. 6, 2016
LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is Thursday, November 3, 2016.
GAINESVILLE – 1403 (Library)
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CORINTH – 182
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FLOWER MOUND - 111
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Mon, Tues, & Thurs
9:00 am – 4:30 pm
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Mon through Thurs
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
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Mon 10:30 am – 2:00 pm
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Wed 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
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Fri 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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Tues & Thurs 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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Fri 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Sat 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Wed 12:30 – 3:00 pm
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Fri 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
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DISABILITY SERVICES (OSD)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-498-6207.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook
Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Elizabeth Howell
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Office Location:
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Corinth 324
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Telephone Number:
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940.498.6209
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E-mail Address:
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ehowell@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Sara Alford
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Office Location:
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Flower Mound Suite 200
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Telephone Number:
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972.899.8401
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E-mail Address:
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salford@nctc.edu
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Tobacco-Free Campus
NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco, on campus property.