NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS

 

Course Title: Fundamentals of Mathematics II
Course Prefix & Number: Math1351	Section Number:  400	Semester: 161S
Semester Credit Hours: 3	Lecture Hours: 48	Lab Hours:
Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Concepts of geometry, probability, and statistics, as well as applications of the algebraic properties of real numbers to concepts of measurement with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. This course is designed specifically for students who seek middle grade teacher certification.  However, this is not a pedagogy course.
Course Prerequisite(s): MATH 1351 Fundamentals of Mathematics II
Required Course Materials: Mathematics For Elementary School Teachers: A Process Approach, by Mark Frietag, Brooks and Cole Publishing. ISBN 13: 9780618610082 Calculator 2 colored pens Scissors Compass Ruler Protractor

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:	Aziel Wilson
Campus/Office Location:	Corinth Campus room 233
Telephone Number:	940-498-6227
E-mail Address:	awilson@nctc.edu
Office Hours	TR 9:30-10:30am and 2:00-3:00pm, W 9:30am -12:30am, Friday 10:00am -12:00pm, Sat 12:10 – 1:10pm

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements	Graded Course Elements	Percentage or Point Values
	Effort	30%
8	Quizzes	10%
3	Tests	45%
1	Final Exam	15%

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

	At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1	Use charts and graphs to represent and interpret data;
2	Calculate descriptive statistics
3	Use systematic reasoning and counting techniques to find probabilities and expectations
4	Analyze characteristics and properties of 2- and 3-dimensional shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships;
5	Use transformations and symmetry to analyze congruence and similarity and to construct tessellations;
6	Perform unit conversions to translate between different measuring systems use transformations and symmetry to analyze congruence and similarity and to construct tessellations;

 

 

 

 

ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION POLICY

 

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  Students are responsible for keeping up with what occurs in class when they are absent.  Regardless of the reason for the absence, the student is expected to review the material and concepts covering the missed material prior to the next class meeting, and to submit work by assigned due dates   Dropping a course is the student's responsibility, but you MAY be dropped for excessive absence. Each class is 3 hours and 10 minutes. Student missing more than 9 hours of class may be withdrawn from the course. See Attendance Regulations in the North Central Texas College Catalog.

Full participation in class discussion and class work is expected and an important component of active learning. Participation is a component of your effort grade.  The effort grade includes reading assignments, notes, homework, in class activities (other than quizzes), and attendance. 

 

 

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

Tentative Test Schedule:    #1           #2          #3                  Final  

                                              9/17     10/15      11/19               12/3

 

September 5– Labor Day Holiday – College Closed

November 24-27, Thanksgiving Holiday – College Closed

December 3 - 8 Final Exams

 

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is November 3, 2016.

OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION

 

Late classwork assignments will be accepted with 50% deduction if submitted on or before the Tuesday at 11:59 pm following the assignment date.  A zero grade will be assigned to classwork submitted after Tuesday.  No late homework or quiz will be accepted.

 

The final exam is comprehensive and may replace the lowest test score.

 

You may bring a 3 x 5 note card and a calculator to each exam.  However, you may be restricted from using one or both for portions of an exam.  

 

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 940-668-4209.

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

 

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________  

 

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

 

x          Critical Thinking

x          Communication

x         Empirical and Quantitative

 

o           Teamwork

o           Personal Responsibility

o           Social Responsibility

 

COURSE TYPE

o           Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

o        Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

o        WECM Course

 

 

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:	Keith Bailey
Office Location:	Cor335
Telephone Number:	940-498-6413
E-mail Address:	kbailey@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean:	Sara Alford
Office Location:	Flower Mound 200C
Telephone Number:	972-899-8414
E-mail Address:	salford@nctc.edu