Spring 2020 Course Syllabus
Course: MATH-0313- Section: 4C Introductory Algebra |
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Instructor Information | |||||||||||
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Instructor | Christopher Sams | ||||||||||
samsca@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6337 | ||||||||||
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Course Information | |||||||||||
Description | Concepts of basic algebra. Operations on real numbers and polynomials, solving equations, inequalities and systems, graphing, factoring polynomials and problem solving are included. | ||||||||||
Prerequisites | TSI Score 310-335 and ABE Score 3-6, or TSI Score 336-341 | ||||||||||
Learning Outcomes |
Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1. Use appropriate symbolic notation and vocabulary to communicate, interpret, and explain mathematical concepts. 2. Define, represent, and perform operations on real numbers, applying numeric reasoning to investigate and describe quantitative relationships and solve real-world problems in a variety of contexts. 3. Use algebraic reasoning to solve problems that require ratios and rates in a variety of contexts using multiple representations. 4. Apply algebraic reasoning to manipulate expressions and equations to solve real-world problems. 5. Use graphs, tables, and technology to analyze, interpret, and compare data sets. 6. Construct and use mathematical models in verbal, algebraic, graphical, and tabular form to solve problems from a variety of contexts and to make predictions and decisions. |
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Core Objectives |
* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * 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. * Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. |
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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.
Beginning & Intermediate Algebra, Elayn Martin-Gay, Sixth Ed., Pearson, 2020. |
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Lecture Topics Outline |
Students may use a scientific calculator of their choice-this will not include a cell phone. | ||||||||||
Major Assignments Schedule |
All assignments will be done face to face traditional style. DATE ACTIVITY January 23, 2020 Section 1.2-1.4 January 30, 2020 Quiz 1.2-1.4/Section 1.5-1.8 February 6, 2020 Test Chapter 1/Section 2.1-2.2 February 13, 2020 Quiz 2.1-2.2/Section 2.3-2.4 February 20, 2020 Test Chapter 2/Section 3.3-3.4 February 27, 2020 Quiz 3.3-3.4/Section 3.5 March 5, 2020 Test Chapter 3 March 9-13 Spring break March 19, 2020 Section 4.2-4.3 March 26, 2020 Quiz 4.2-4.3/Section 5.1-5.2 April 2, 2020 Quiz 5.1-5.2/Section 5.3-5.4 April 9, 2020 Quiz 5.3-5.4/Section 5.5-5.6 April 16, 2020, 2018 Test Chapter 4 & 5 April 23, 2020, 2018 Section 6.1-6.2 April 30, 2020 Quiz 6.1-6.2/Section 6.3 May 7, 2020 Final Exam |
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Final Exam Date | May 7, 2020 - 7:00 AM Through May 7, 2020 - 10:00 AM | ||||||||||
Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||||
Determination of Final Grade |
Tests: 50% Quizzes: 30% Homework: 20% Approximate Test Dates: February 6, 2020 Chapter 1 Test February 20, 2020 Chapter 2 Test March 5, 2020 Chapter 3 Test April 16, 2020 Chapter 4 & 5 Test May 7, 2020 Final Exam |
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Course Policies | |||||||||||
Instructor Policies | Students may 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 |
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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. | ||||||||||
MyLamarPA | Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA 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 MyLamarPA. | ||||||||||
Other |
March 2, 2020 Last day to drop or withdraw without penalty March 9-12, 2020 Spring Break April 10, 2020 Good Friday, no classes April 17, 2020 Last day to drop or withdraw with academic penalty May 6, 2020 Last Class Day |
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HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. |