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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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College Algebra
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Course Prefix & Number:
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MATH1314
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Section Number:
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581
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Semester/Year:
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Spring 2019
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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48
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Lab Hours:
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog): In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included.
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Course Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for College Algebra; or equivalent
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
College Algebra, Lial/Hornsby/Schneider/Daniels, 12th edition, Pearson, 2017 or MyMathLab access code (e-text included in MML)
Scientific calculator, TI-30X IIS is recommended
Graphing calculators and phone calculators will not be allowed on exams.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Cary Crawford
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Campus/Office Location:
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Flower Mound/Room 107 (Faculty Office 1st floor)
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Office Hours:
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MW 8:30-11, 2-3:30
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Telephone Number:
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E-mail Address:
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ccrawford@nctc.edu
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog)
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Demonstrate and apply knowledge of properties of functions, including domain and range, operations, compositions, and inverses.
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Recognize and apply polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions and solve related equations.
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Apply graphing techniques.
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Evaluate all roots of higher degree polynomial and rational functions.
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Recognize, solve, and apply systems of linear equations using matrices.
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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10
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Quizzes/Graphing Assignments
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15
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34
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Homeworks
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10
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3
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Exams
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60
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1
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Final
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15
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Grade Scale: 90 – 100% = A; 80 – 89% = B; 70 – 79% = C; 60 – 69% = D; Below 60% = F
MyMathlab
MyMathlab is an online homework and course management system. The link is available on our Canvas course page. You can purchase an access code in bookstore or buy online using paypal or credit card. You will need to register for this right away. If you are waiting for funding, there is a Free temporary access.
Homework
Homework is submitted using mymathlab. Each homework question may be attempted 5 times. Each homework assignment is due at 11:59 pm on the due date. Students can work on the homework after the due date for 20% off.
Quizzes
Quizzes will also be submitted using mymathlab. Each entire quiz can be taken 3 times. Your best score will be counted. Late quizzes are not accepted.
Tests
There are four regular exams and a cumulative final. All tests will be taken during the class period and will be paper and pencil tests. The test questions will be short answer. One make-up exam will be allowed if I am notified ahead of time.
Final Exam
The final exam is cumulative and required by all students. If your grade on the final is higher than your lowest test score, the final can be used to replace that score.
COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
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Due Dates College Algebra Fall Flex 2018
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Assignment
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Due Date
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1.1 Solving Linear Equations
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Mar 27
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1.2 Mixture and Motion Problems
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Mar 27
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1.3 Complex Numbers
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Mar 27
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1.4 Quadratic Equations
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Mar 29
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1.5 Quadratic Applications
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Mar 29
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1.6 Rational and Radical Equations
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Mar 29
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Quiz #1 (1.1-1.6)
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Mar 31
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1.7 Inequalities
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Apr 3
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1.8 Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities
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Apr 3
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2.1 Distance Formula
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Apr 3
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2.2 Circles
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Apr 5
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2.3 Functions
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Apr 5
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Quiz #2 (1.7-2.3)
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Apr 7
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Test 1: 1.1-2.3
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Apr 8
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2.4 Slope And Graphing
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Apr 10
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2.5 Writing Equations of Lines
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Apr 12
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2.6 Parent Functions and Piecewise Functions
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Apr 12
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2.7 Transformations
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Apr 12
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Quiz #3 (2.4-2.7)
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Apr 14
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Graph Shifting - OFFLINE HOMEWORK DUE IN CLASS
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Apr 15
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2.8 Composite Functions and Difference Quotient
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Apr 17
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3.1 Quadratic Functions and Graphing
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Apr 17
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3.2 Synthetic Division; Remainder Theorem
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Apr 17
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3.3 Factor Theorem
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Apr 19
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3.4 Polynomial Graphs
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Apr 19
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3.5 Rational Graphs
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Apr 19
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Quiz #4 (2.8-3.5)
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Apr 21
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Polynomial Graphing - OFFLINE HOMEWORK DUE IN CLASS
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Apr 22
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Rational Graphing – OFFLINE HOMEWORK DUE IN CLASS
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Apr 22
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3.6 Variation
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Apr 23
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Test 2: 2.4-3.6
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Apr 24
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4.1 Inverse Functions
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Apr 26
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4.2 Exponential Functions
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May 1
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4.3 Logarithmic Functions
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May 1
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4.4 Logs with Calculators; Change of Base Rule
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May 1
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Exponential Graphing – OFFLINE HOMEWORK DUE IN CLASS
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May 1
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4.5 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
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May 3
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4.6 Log Applications
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May 3
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5.1 Solving Systems – Substitution and Elimination
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May 3
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Quiz #5 (3.6-5.1)
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May 5
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5.5 Non – Linear Systems
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May 7
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5.2 Solving Systems with Matrices
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May 7
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5.3 Determinants and Cramer’s Rule
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May 7
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Test 3: 3.6, 4.1-4.4, 5.1,5.2,5.3,5.5
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May 8
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5.7 Matrix Properties, Operations
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May 10
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7.1 Sequences, Sums, Sigma Notation
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May 10
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Quiz #6 (5.5-7.1)
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May 12
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Final (Comprehensive)
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May 15
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Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies. It is the student’s responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval by the faculty member. Approved college-sponsored activities are also excused absences. The instructor is responsible for judging the validity of any reason given for an absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless the absence is documented and excused by the instructor. Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
Last day to withdraw from a 2nd 8-week course with a “W” is Thursday, April 25
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GAINESVILLE – 1403 (Library)
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CORINTH – 186
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FLOWER MOUND – at MSU
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Monday - 12 PM-6 PM
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MW - 8 AM-6 PM
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Mon, Wed, Thur
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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Tuesday - 9 AM-6 PM
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TR - 9 AM-7 PM
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Tues
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
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Sunday - 1 PM-5 PM
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Friday- 9 AM-12 PM
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Fri 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Sat- 10 AM-1 PM
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DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
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 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/catalog/north-central-texas-college-student-handbook/section-i/special-accommodations-office-students-with-disabilities/osd-department-contacts.html
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)________
o Communication
x Mathematics
o Life and Physical Science
o Language, Philosophy & Culture
o Creative Arts
o American History
o Government/Political Science
o Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
x Critical Thinking
x Communication
x Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
o Personal Responsibility
o Social Responsibility
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
x Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://www.nctc.edu/catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook/nctc-student-handbook.html.
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.
Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:
- Zero on the assignment
- Failing grade for the course
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Division Chair :
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Dr. Elizabeth Howell
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Office Location:
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Corinth 236
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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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Instructional Dean:
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Sara Flusche
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Office Location:
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Gainesville 1306
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Telephone Number:
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940.668.3351
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E-mail Address:
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sflusche@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.
Campus Carry: Effective August 1, 2017, a license holder may carry a concealed handgun on or about the license holder's person while the license holder is on the campus of an institution of higher education or private or independent institution of higher education in this state. For more information, see the website at http://www.nctc.edu/police/campus-carry.html