MATH 015 Pre-Algebra Course Syllabus Spring 2014

MATH 015 Pre-Algebra Course Syllabus Spring 2014 Math 015, 4 units, CRN 23856 ONLINE CLASS Instructor: Rene Price Office: Room 618-0 (north end of 600 building: first floor) Office Hours: Tuesday 9:00am 9:30am, 11:40am -12:40pm Thursday 9:00am 9:30am, 11:40am -12:40pm, 2:55pm 3:25pm ONLINE office hours Tues/Thurs 9-10 pm **I am also working in the Math Lab Annex from 9:30am 11:35 am on Tues/Thurs Email: rprice1@fullcoll.edu Office Phone: (714) 992-7408 Website: http://staffwww.fullcoll.edu/rprice1 Course Prerequisite: Math 010 Basic Mathematics with a grade of C or better, Math 004 and Math 006 with a grade of pass, or math skills clearance. Course Description: This course includes an intensive review of arithmetic, and an introduction to algebra, including operations on signed numbers, ratio, proportion and percentages, variable expressions, geometry; polynomials, and graphing. Upon successful completion of MATH 015 F Pre-algebra, the student will be able to: 1) Perform various operations on integers, fractions, or decimals, and be able to simplify algebraic expressions involving integers, fractions, or decimals. 2) Solve basic linear equations and verbal problems that require simple mathematical models. 3) Perform operations on polynomials such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or factoring out the greatest common factor. *For a full list of course objectives, you may refer to Mrs. Price s website. **Required Materials: 1) MyMathLab Student Access (available in the FC bookstore or online) *MyMathLab includes an online textbook, online homework, and other resources. The textbook is Prealgebra, fifth edition, written by Jamie Blair, John Tobey, Jeffrey Slater, and Jennifer Crawford. You may access the textbook online from our MyMathLab course website. In addition, you have the option of purchasing or renting a hard copy of the textbook if you think it would be helpful. Bookstore options: * The textbook and MyMathLab Access Kit shrink-wrapped as a package set * The MyMathLab Access Kit ONLY * You also have the option of purchasing MyMathLab Access online at www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com 2) Computer with internet access 3) Notebook for working out homework exercises, pencils, eraser 1

Grades will be determined as follows: Percentage Grading Scale Online Tests 40% (8% each) A: 90-100% Online Homework 10% B: 80-89.9% On-campus Midterm 25% C: 70-79.9% Final (comprehensive) 25% D: 60-69.9% F: 0-59.9% Class Format: Because this is an online class, the learning will be done independently, using the textbook and videos. You are always welcome to email the instructor with any questions. Each section will have online homework associated with it. There will be five online tests, each covering two chapters. In addition, there will be an on-campus midterm and on-campus final. Online Homework: Homework in this class will be turned in online using a program called MyMathLab (MyLab/Mastering). You will be graded on the percentage of exercises that are answered correctly. You do not have to complete a section in one sitting. If you complete part of an assignment, you can save the work you have completed and return to the rest later, as long as the assignment is still available. You may also print out your homework if you prefer to work on it while not on the computer however, you will need to log in and input your answers on the computer prior to the homework deadline. The deadline for each week s homework is listed on the syllabus, as well as on the MyMathLab site. Homework is due by 11:00 pm on the listed due date. The number values for each problem will remain the same unless you answer incorrectly 3 times. In this case, press the similar exercise button and attempt the new exercise. You should have a homework notebook in which you work out your homework problems. Try to keep the notebook organized so that you can review your work later. Label the sections and problem numbers. If you are having issues with your home computer, you may use the computers in the Fullerton College Math Lab or the 2200 computer lab. STUDENTS NOT REGISTERED FOR MYMATHLAB BY FEBRUARY 3 MAY BE DROPPED FROM THE CLASS Online Tests: There will be five online tests, each covering two chapters. The tests will be based on the online homework, and there will be a set time limit. You will be allowed three attempts per online test, and your highest score will count. 2

Required On-campus Exam Dates: **Students need to make the necessary arrangements to attend the two on-campus exams. Midterm: Friday, March 28 from 6:45-8:45 pm in room 615 * Bring a Scantron (882 or 882E), pencils, and eraser. NO CALCULATORS will be allowed. Final Exam: Wednesday, May 21 from 6:45-8:45 pm in room 615 * Bring a Scantron (882 or 882E), pencils, and eraser. A BASIC, NON-SCIENTIFIC calculator will be allowed. No phones, scientific calculators, or graphing calculators will be allowed. Make-up Policies: Homework: Homework due dates are listed on the class schedule, and are due by 11pm on the listed due date. Homework submitted by due date will earn full credit. You will be able to submit late homework for 75% credit. * For Ch 1-5, you may earn the 75% late credit up until Friday, March 28. After that, no credit will be given. * For Ch 6-10, you may earn the 75% late credit up until Wednesday, May 21. After that, no credit will be FC bookstore or online) Chapter Tests: NO MAKE-UPS WILL BE ALLOWED FOR THE ONLINE TESTS. You will have 3 attempts to complete each of the online tests, and your best score will count. Be sure to complete these tests well before the due date in case you have any computer issues. Resources for extra help: My office hours feel free to come by during any of my scheduled office hours (No appointment necessary) FC Math Lab - The Fullerton College Math Lab is a free resource available to you to help you succeed in your math courses. During all open hours, tutors are available. There are also computers with MyMathLab and math videos. The Math Lab is located in room 807 of the LLRC. Math Lab Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM 8:45 PM Friday 8:00 AM 3:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM 2:00 PM MyMathLab website (MyLab/Mastering) videos, PowerPoints, practice chapter tests, assistance for each assigned problem Math Lab Annex hours TBA FC Tutoring Center (for drop-in tutoring): For more information, go to http://tutoringcenter.fullcoll.edu/ 3

*Important Deadlines: Sunday, February 9: Last day to add classes Last day drop classes and qualify for refunds Last day to drop classes without a W Sunday, April 27: Last day to withdraw from classes ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES ONLINE HOMEWORK: Sections 1.1-1.9: Due Wednesday, February 12 Sections 2.1-2.6: Due Friday, February 21 Sections 3.1-3.4: Due Monday, March 3 Sections 4.1-4.6: Due Wednesday, March 12 Sections 5.1-5.7: Due Wednesday, March 26 Section 6.1-6.4: Due Friday, April 4 Sections 7.1-7.5: Due Friday, April 18 Sections 8.1-8.9: Due Wednesday, April 30 Sections 9.2, 9.3, 9.4: Due Wednesday, May 7 Sections 10.1-10.7: Due Friday, May 16 ONLINE CHAPTER TESTS: CH 1-2 test: Due Monday, February 24 CH 3-4 test: Due Friday, March 14 CH 5-6 test: Due Monday, April 7 CH 7-8 test: Due Friday, May 2 CH 9-10 test: Due Monday, May 19 ON CAMPUS TESTS: Midterm: Friday, March 28 from 6:45-8:45 pm in room 615 Final Exam: Wednesday, May 21 from 6:45-8:45 pm in room 615 4

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