Spring 2020 Course Syllabus Course: MATH-1314- Section: 03 College Algebra

Instructor Information
Instructor	Paul Hay
E-mail	haypa@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6341
Office	Location: Student Center - Room: 418 Hours: MW: 12 - 2 PM, TR: 12:30 - 3:30 PM, available at other times 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.
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	PSLO ALPHA: Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. PSLO 2: Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. PSLO 3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
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. Book and access code ISBN: 9781323109144 Stand Alone Access Code ISBN: 9780558928889 *An electronic version of the text is included with the stand-alone access code for the MyLabs site, so you don't need to purchase a physical copy of the book if you don't want to.
Lecture Topics Outline	Homework: All homework will be done online using MyLabsPlus (free temporary access is available for a brief period). You may log in at www.lamarpa.mylabsplus.com using your LSCPA user name. The password is your birthday. Example: If your birthday is June 2, 1985, then your password is Jun021985 (there are no spaces, but it is case-sensitive). Quizzes: There will be a brief quiz at the beginning of each class period. You may use your notes and any other outside resources you like (including working with your classmates) on the quizzes, but time will be limited, so try to stay focused. Exams: There will be three exams scheduled at regular intervals throughout the semester. The dates for the exams will be announced in class at least one week in advance. Expectations for the exams will be given in the form of a brief review during the preceding class meeting. Calculators: Simple, non-graphing, non-programmable scientific calculators may be used on exams if needed. Cellular phones and other devices with online access, as well as graphing calculators will not be permitted on exams. It is the responsibility of the student to provide their own calculators and to understand their correct usage.
Major Assignments Schedule	none
Final Exam Date	May 11, 2020 - 2:00 PM   Through  May 11, 2020 - 4:30 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Exam 1 15% Exam 2 15% Exam 3 15% Final Exam 15% Homework 20% Quizzes/Attendance 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Homework: All homework will be done online using MyLabsPlus (free temporary access is available for a brief period). You may log in at www.lamarpa.mylabsplus.com using your LSCPA user name. The password is your birthday. Example: If your birthday is June 2, 1985, then your password is Jun021985 (there are no spaces, but it is case-sensitive). Quizzes: There will be a brief quiz at the beginning of each class period. You may use your notes and any other outside resources you like (including working with your classmates) on the quizzes, but time will be limited, so try to stay focused. Exams: There will be three exams scheduled at regular intervals throughout the semester. The dates for the exams will be announced in class at least one week in advance. Expectations for the exams will be given in the form of a brief review during the preceding class meeting. Calculators: Simple, non-graphing, non-programmable scientific calculators may be used on exams if needed. Cellular phones and other devices with online access, as well as graphing calculators will not be permitted on exams. It is the responsibility of the student to provide their own calculators and to understand their correct usage.
Attendance Policy	You are expected to make your best effort to be present and on time for all class meetings. Absences and tardiness will affect your grade since they will cause you to miss quizzes. In addition to being present and on time for class, you are expected to be prepared and up to date in the material, remain for the entirety of each class meeting, and to be actively engaged in the daily activities and discussions. Any behavior which is disruptive or disrespectful to either the instructor or students in this class will not be tolerated, and anyone engaging in such behavior will be dealt with appropriately.
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	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. 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.
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Other	Makeup Exams and Quizzes, Homework Extensions, Extra Credit: Makeup exams and quizzes can only be arranged in the case of an absence caused by a University-related academic or athletic event, or a religious holiday, and arrangements must be made with me by the student before such absences occur. Failure to inform me of such absences beforehand will mean that you will not be able to make up the work. All other absences are considered unexcused. To account for emergencies, illness, and other unforeseen circumstances, I will drop your lowest quiz grade. In addition, a maximum of one exam score of zero caused by an unexcused absence may be replaced with whatever grade you make on the Final Exam, so long as appropriate documentation is provided in a timely manner (police report, hospital discharge papers, doctor's note, funeral program, etc). Finally, there will be absolutely no homework extensions granted or extra credit offered at any point in the semester for any reason whatsoever.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.