Syllabus

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

Course Title: Fundamentals of Mathematics II

Course Prefix & Number: Math1351

Section Number:  400

Semester: 162S

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

colored pens/pencils (at least 2 different colors)

Scissors

Compass

Ruler

Protractor

Reliable computer access

 

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

 

 

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 1 hours and 20 minutes. Student missing more than 6 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:      2/14     3/23      5/2          Final Exam: 5/11

                                             

Monday, January 16, 2017 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (School closed)

Monday, March 13- Friday, March 17 – Spring Break (School closed)

Thursday, April 6, 2017 – Last day to drop with “W”

 

 

 

OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION

 

The effort grade includes reading assignments, notes, homework, in class activities (other than quizzes), and attendance. Each week students will have assigned reading to complete before activities in class that reinforce the reading.  The reading assignment pages are available in Canvas.    It is essential that the reading is complete in order for students to fully participate in the activities and to deepen their own understanding of the concepts. 

Quizzes: Although quizzes may be administered in Canvas, most quizzes will be pencil and paper assignments that will be completed in class. Quizzes cover material from the assignment, homework or classwork concepts. There are no makeup quizzes.

Classwork assignments are due in class.  A classwork assignment will be accepted if submitted by the following class session.  A zero grade will be assigned to classwork submitted any later than this. 

Exams: 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.  

The final exam is required of all students.  It is comprehensive and may replace the lowest test score.

 

Scholastic Integrity

Scholastic integrity includes both ethical and scholarly behaviors that promote fairness, trust, and learning at the college. Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.  See Student Handbook “Student Rights & Responsibilities:  Student Conduct [FLB (LOCAL)]” #20 on page 175.

Consequences of scholastic dishonesty may include but are not limited to:

  • A score of zero on the assignment, which will not be dropped.
  • Automatic failure in the course.
  • A formal report filed with the college.
  • Suspension or expulsion from the college.

 

The instructor reserves to amend the syllabus at any time during the semester.  Any changes disseminated in class will take precedence over this document.

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 Instructional Dean:

Sara Alford

Office Location:

Flower Mound 200C

Telephone Number:

972-899-8414

E-mail Address:

salford@nctc.edu

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