Fall 2020 Course Syllabus
Course: MATH-1314- Section: 71
College Algebra 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Michelle Askew
E-mailaskewml@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6419
Office
Location:Student Center - Room: 403
Hours:10:00-1:00 mw, 11:00-12:30 tr, 10:00-11:00 f. Other hours are available by appointment.
Department
General Education and Developmental Studies
Chair:Dr. Michelle Davis
E-mail:davisml1@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6341

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description 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.
Prerequisites Successful completion of MATH 0332 or satisfactory score on approved test.
Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of properties of functions, including domain and range, operations, compositions, and inverses. (PSLO 1, 3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework labs as well as pretest and post-test.
2. Recognize and apply polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions and solve related equations. (PSLO 1, 3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework labs and pretest and post-test.
3. Apply graphing techniques. (PSLO 3) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework labs.
4. Evaluate all roots of higher degree polynomial and rational functions. (PSLO 1, 2,3) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, homework labs and group discussion.
5. Recognize, solve and apply systems of linear equations using matrices. (PSLO 3)Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes or homework labs.
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrate comprehension of content-area material.
PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills - Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis.
PSLO 2: Communication Skills - Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication.
PSLO 3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills - Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions.
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

COLLEGE ALGEBRA, Beecher, Penna, & Bittinger, 5th Edition, Pearson Education, Inc., 2016. Package includes book and access code ISBN: 1323109144; Stand Alone Access Code ISBN: 0558926809
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Students will be required to use a scientific calculator of their choice-this will not include a cell phone.
Major Assignments
Schedule		 All assignments are posted in MyLabsPlus and must be done on a computer. Each test/quiz will open at 1:00 am on the first day and will be due at 11 pm on the second day. You may take each quiz twice if desired. I will keep the higher of the two scores. The test may be taken once. You may not start and stop during a test. If you stop the test/quiz will be complete. Should you have electronic problems contact me immediately by email.
Sept 4-12, 2020 Orientation Quiz (can be taken as many times as desired)
Sept 16-17, 2020 Quiz 1.1-1.3
Sept 25-26, 2020 Test 1
Oct 2-3, 2020 Quiz 2.1-2.2
Oct 9-10, 2020 Quiz 2.3-2.4
Oct 16-17, 2020 Test 2
Oct 23-24, 2020 Quiz 3.1-3.2
Oct 30-31, 2020 Quiz 3.1-3.4
Nov 4-5, 2020 Test 3
Nov 11-12,2020 Quiz 4.1-4.2
Nov 18-19, 2020 Quiz 4.3-4.4
Nov 24-25, 2020 Quiz 5.1-5.2
Dec 3-4, 2020 Quiz 5.3-5.4
Dec 6-7, 2020 Final Exam
Final Exam Date December 6, 2020 - 1:00 AM   Through  December 7, 2020 - 11:00 PM
Grading Scale 90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 60 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Tests: 60% Quizzes: 25% Homework: 15%
(All homework will be done on computers using MyLabs+.) Free temporary access is available until January 30, 2018. Login at www.lamarpa.mylabsplus.com using your Lamar State College Port Arthur user name. The password is your birthday. Example: June 2, 1985 would be Jun021985. There are no spaces.

Each test/quiz will open at 1:00 am on the first day and will be due at 11 pm on the second day. You may take each quiz twice if desired. I will keep the higher of the two scores. The test may be taken once. You may not start and stop during a test. If you stop the test/quiz will be complete. Should you have electronic problems contact me immediately by email.
Sept 4-12, 2020 Orientation Quiz (can be taken as many times as desired)
Sept 16-17, 2020 Quiz 1.1-1.3
Sept 25-26, 2020 Test 1
Oct 2-3, 2020 Quiz 2.1-2.2
Oct 9-10, 2020 Quiz 2.3-2.4
Oct 16-17, 2020 Test 2
Oct 23-24, 2020 Quiz 3.1-3.2
Oct 30-31, 2020 Quiz 3.1-3.4
Nov 4-5, 2020 Test 3
Nov 11-12,2020 Quiz 4.1-4.2
Nov 18-19, 2020 Quiz 4.3-4.4
Nov 24-25, 2020 Quiz 5.1-5.2
Dec 3-4, 2020 Quiz 5.3-5.4
Dec 6-7, 2020 Final Exam
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Students will be required to use a scientific calculator of their choice-this will not include a cell phone.
Attendance Policy Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between participation and college success. There will not be any makeup quizzes or makeup tests. A student's lowest test grade will replace a first missed test. A student will receive a zero for any missed quiz, a second missed test or missing the final exam. The final exam is required.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLSCPA.
Other September 7, 2020 Labor Day Holiday, No classes
September 28, 2020 Last day to drop or withdraw without penalty
November 19,2020 Last day to drop or withdraw with academic penalty
November 26-27, 2020    Thanksgiving Holiday, no classes
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.