Summer Sessions 2019 Course Syllabus Course: MATH-1314- Section: 71 College Algebra

Instructor Information
Instructor	Michelle Askew
E-mail	askewml@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6419
Office	Location: Student Center - Room: 403 Hours: 12:45-1:15 M-R 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
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: 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.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Textbooks	COLLEGE ALGEBRA, Beecher, Penna, & Bittinger, 5th Edition, Pearson Education, Inc., 2016. Package includes book and access code ISBN: 9781323109144; Access Code ISBN: 9780558928889
Lecture Topics Outline	All assignments will be done online with MyLabsPlus. The course work is indicated there.
Major Assignments Schedule	DATE    ACTIVITY June 3-5, 2019    Orientation Quiz June 10-11, 2019    Quiz 1.1-1.3 June 20-21, 2019    Test Chapter 1 June 25-26, 2019    Quiz 2.1-2.2 July 2-3, 2019     Quiz 2.3-2.4 July 8-9, 2019     Test Chapter 2 July 15-16, 2019    Quiz 3.1-3.2 July 21-22, 2019    Quiz 3.1-3.4 July 26-27, 2019    Test Chapter 3 July 30-31, 2019    Quiz 4.1-4.2 August 2-3, 2019    Quiz 4.3-4.4 August 6-7, 2019    Quiz 5.1-5.2 August 9-10, 2019    Quiz 5.3-5.5 August 12-13, 2019     FINAL EXAM ALL HOMEWORK DUE
Final Exam Date	August 12, 2019 - 1:00 AM   Through  August 13, 2019 - 11:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = 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 for TWO weeks. 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.
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	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	I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.