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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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Pre-Calculus Math
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Course Prefix & Number:
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MATH 2412
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Section Number:
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402
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Semester/Year:
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Fall 2018
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Semester Credit Hours:
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4
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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 combined study of algebra, trigonometry, and other topics for calculus readiness.
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Course Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314 College Algebra or the equivalent preparation.
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
Pre-calculus, Edward B. Burger, Thinkwell, 2014
A hard copy of the book is available in the library, you are required to purchase an access code for the online component. Access codes are available for purchase through Canvas and at the bookstore.
Calculator - TI-30X IIS or equivalent.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Aziel Wilson
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth 208
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Office Hours:
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M: 1:30 – 3:30 pm
T/R: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
2:50 -3:50 pm
R: 6:00 – 6:30 pm
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Telephone Number:
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(940) 498-6227
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E-mail Address:
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Awilson@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.
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2
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Recognize and apply algebraic and transcendental functions and solve related equations.
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3
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Apply graphing techniques to algebraic and transcendental functions.
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4
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Compute the values of trigonometric functions for key angles in all quadrants of the unit circle measured in both degrees and radians.
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5
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Prove trigonometric identities.
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Solve right and oblique triangles.
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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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Participation
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2%
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35
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Homework
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8%
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12
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Quizzes
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15%
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4
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Tests
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60%
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1
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Final Exam
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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
Homework
On-line homework is due each week on Monday at 11:59 p.m. Students may work from home or at student access computers on campus. Homework assignments can be printed and worked away from the computer, though answers must be submitted online by the due date for full credit. Students may be able to review homework questions after the due date has passed in Thinkwell Content. Students should pace their homework/study schedule to manage their weekly workload. It is highly recommended that homework be completed on each section prior to the next class meeting.
Quizzes
Weekly online quizzes should be completed by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesdays. Each attempt may generate different types of questions, so it is recommended that you review each quiz a few times to prepare for differing question types. It is also recommended that you attempt quizzes without notes to practice test conditions. The highest score out of all attempts will be counted.
Offline Assignments
Offline assignments will be counted as quiz grades. There may be up to 3 offline assignments. A late offline assignments will be accepted if submitted by the next class meeting. The score will be reduced by 20 percentage points.
Questions on the homework and quizzes will be discussed at the beginning of each class. Practice is absolutely necessary for successful progress in the course.
COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Tentative Schedule)
Tentative Weekly Schedule MATH 2412
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Week
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Date
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Topic
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Quiz Date
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1
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August 27
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Introduction;
Algebra Review and 8.1 Systems of Equations
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8.2
8.3
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9/4
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2
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September 3
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No Class- MON SEPTEMBER 3– Labor Day holiday
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8.4
8.5
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11.1 (review)
11.2
11.3
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9/11
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3
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September 10
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3.1 Rational Functions and Conics
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Review
TEST #1: Sections 8.1 – 8.5, 11.2-11.3
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9/18
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4
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September 17
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3.2
3.3
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3.4
3.5
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9/25
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5
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September 24
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4.1 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
4.2
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4.3
4.4
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10/2
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6
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October 1
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4.5
5.1A Trigonometric Functions
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5.1 B
5.2
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10/9
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7
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October 8
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Review
TEST #2: Sections 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.5
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5.3
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10/23
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8
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October 15
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5.4
5.5
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5.5
5.6
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10/30
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9
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October 22
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5.7
5.8
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6.1 Analytic Trigonometry
6.2
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11/6
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10
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October 29
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6.2 +Practice
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Review
TEST #3: Sections 5.1-5.8, 6.1-6.2
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11/13
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11
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November 5
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6.3
6.4
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7.1 Applications of Trigonometry
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11/20
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12
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November 12
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7.2
7.3
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7.3
7.4
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11/27
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13
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November 19
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10.1
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NO CLASS – Thanksgiving Holiday
Campuses closed Wed., Nov 21 (starting at 3 pm) until Sun Nov 25
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12/4
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14
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November 26
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S1, S2
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Review
TEST #4: Sections 6.3 – 6.4, 7.1-7.4, 10.1
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15
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December 3
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Review for final exam and/or catch up as needed
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The instructor reserves the right to change the schedule as needed during the semester. Changes discussed in class or sent through Canvas will supersede the tentative schedule.
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. Students should prepare for class by bringing writing implements and a calculator to every class, in addition to any assigned work. 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 considered 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 completing required work. A student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been unjustifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
There are no make-up tests. The final exam score may be used to replace the lowest unit test score.
Last day to withdraw from a 16-week course with a “W” is Thursday, November 8, 2018.
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GAINESVILLE – 1403 (Library)
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CORINTH – 182
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FLOWER MOUND - 111
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Monday - 12 PM-6 PM
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MW - 8 AM-6 PM
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MW - 12 PM-4 PM
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Tuesday - 9 AM-6 PM
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TR - 9 AM-7 PM
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TR - 9 AM-1 PM
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Sunday - 1 PM-5 PM
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Friday- 9 AM-12 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)________
Communication
Mathematics
Life and Physical Science
Language, Philosophy & Culture
Creative Arts
American History
Government/Political Science
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical and Quantitative
Teamwork
Personal Responsibility
Social Responsibility
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
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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Name of 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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Name of 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.