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Course Description and Information:
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| Along with this class specific information, you must also
read the MATH ONLINE
SYLLABUS. Refer to that document for instructor contact info, course requirements, procedures, policies, and supporting information. That document along with this one make up the complete course syllabus. |
Class: College Algebra MATH 111, item #7091 section 1DL, 5
credits, spring 2007
Location: Clark College online course
This is a challenging technical course primarily intended for those majoring in mathematics, physical sciences, or engineering. It is a preparatory class for the four-term calculus sequence. Only those needing to take calculus for science/engineering (math 113) should enroll. See Which Math Class is Right for Me? for more information.
This fast-paced course focuses on functions and graphs as an extension of that learned in an intermediate algebra class. We will study polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs. We will also cover systems of linear and nonlinear equations and inequalities, matrices, conic sections, sequences, and series. The goal of the class is not only to learn college algebra but also to improve your critical thinking and problem solving abilities.
The quantitative skills requirement of the general education distribution is met by this course.
Intermediate Algebra (Clark's math 093 or 095) passed with a grade of at least "C" or qualifying score on the placement test. It is strongly recommended that you have recently taken and passed intermediate algebra with a grade of at least "B". Basic knowledge of computers and the internet is mandatory.
CLASS WEBSITE:
web.clark.edu/skeely/OL/CALG
Math Online Website:
www.columbiaview.net/OL
Links to supplemental course pages, support,
internet resources, and lots more!
Blackboard website:
clark.blackboard.com
The
course management system software Clark uses to conduct its online classes. BB
is where you "go to class".
Textbook website: MyMathLab at
www.coursecompass.com/ccindex.html ($$ access code required)
Complete online version of the textbook, multimedia
files, and interactive tutorial exercises.
REQUIRED:
MyMathLab Student Access Kit (ISBN 032119991X / 9780321199911)
MyMathLab access to the online text and testing center is REQUIRED. MyMathLab is an online course delivery system that provides access to the
complete textbook online (printable too!), solutions manuals, multimedia files
including video mini-lectures, interactive tutorial
exercises, quizzes, exams, and access to the publishers call-in tutor center.
OPTIONAL TEXT: College Algebra 4th edition by Robert Blitzer (ISBN 0132191415 / 9780132191418)
The entire textbook is available online in printable electronic form through
MyMathLab so buying a hard copy textbook is optional and unnecessary
unless you really want one. If you do opt to buy the hard copy text new, it comes bundled with MyMathLab
access.
ATTENTION STUDENTS WHO HAVE THE TUSSY TEXT: If you already have Elementary and Intermediate Algebra 3rd edition by Tussy/Gustafson (used in on-campus 089-095 classes), then you may use it to study from rather than the text listed above, but you are still required to have MyMathLab access since the tests are conducted in MyMathLab. The course calendar will cross-reference reading assignments to both texts.
OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENT: GOLDen Mathematics: College Algebra 1st edition by Sally Keely. Available from www.lulu.com/skeely downloadable by chapter/topic or in its entirety as an e-book (under $20). See FAQs - GM ebooks for more detailed information.
MYMATHLAB COURSE ID: keely59595 (available 3/31/2008)
To register with CourseCompass/MyMathLab you will need an access code ($$) and
the course ID (above in red).
Follow the specific directions below. If you have trouble refer to
Course
Compass's "Getting
Started".
| If you already have an unexpired CourseCompass/MyMathLab access code from
another course with the same textbook: Changing the course ID code is free! You do not need to purchase another MML access code! Go to CourseCompass.com, login to your account, on the "My CourseCompass" page click "Enroll in another course", enter the new course ID (above in red), and follow the on-screen directions. If you have trouble refer to CourseCompass's "Enroll in Another Course" but be sure to scroll down to "If you are enrolling in another course with the same textbook". |
| If you already have a CourseCompass/MyMathLab access code from another
course with a different textbook: Unfortunately you will need to purchase a new access code for the new textbook. Follow one of the options below to purchase an access code. Then to register, see CourseCompass's "Enroll in Another Course". You will need the course ID (above in red). |
| If you do not already have valid CourseCompass/MyMathLab access: You will need to purchase a MyMathLab student access code. Several buying options are listed below. Once you have the student access code, see CourseCompass's "How To Register (for Students)". You will need the course ID (above in red). |
- Purchase MyMathLab access code online using a credit card.
- Purchase MyMathLab access code from the Clark College bookstore.
- Purchase MyMathLab access code from another online source. Google MyMathLab Student Access Kit ISBN 032119991X.
- Purchase a new hard copy text (see title, author, ISBN above) which comes bundled with a MyMathLab access card.
Daily access to a high-speed internet connected computer and a reliable e-mail account are necessary. See FAQs - software requirements for additional information including any additional required software.
This class involves lots of graphing and requires an electronic graphing device.
Most students benefit from having a graphing calculator. I recommend a TI-89 or higher. I have online instructions and examples for the TI-84, TI-86, and TI-89. See Clark Math Dept's Which Graphing Calculator Should I Buy? flyer for more information. You are expected to already know how to perform basic operations with your calculator, produce graphs on your calculator, and use the features of the calculator to analyze graphs (e.g. find intercept values). If you don't you should consider taking the 1-credit graphing calculator class MATH 080 along with this class and/or purchasing Prof. John Mitchell's "TI Calculator Primer" available for a nominal fee from the Clark College bookstore (it is user friendly!).
If you need to purchase a calculator, you can buy new at the Clark College bookstore, office supply stores, electronic stores, or buy new/used online. The Clark College bookstore has used graphing calculators for rent (subject to availability). If you are on financial aid, you may qualify to borrow a calculator from the Clark College mathematics department (first come, first serve).
Being an online class, you may prefer to use an online graphing program. There are several shareware programs and free online graphing applets available. I will share some of my favorite sites with you in class upon request.
The total points possible in this class are as follows. They are subject to slight changes. Refer to the math online syllabus for details about each component and important grade policy information.
| Class Participation (6 pts per week) | 60 |
| Discussions Questions (5 @ 4 pts each) | 20 |
| Graded Assignments (5 @ 4 pts each) | 20 |
| Online Weekly Quizzes (best 8 of 10 @ 15 pts each) | 120 |
| Online Final Exam | 60 |
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Total Points Possible: 280 |
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I consider this class syllabus and the math online syllabus to be contracts between you and I. I agree to abide by all of the policies and procedures contained herein, and by staying in the class, so too do you. If there is anything in either document with which you cannot or will not abide, you should withdraw at once.
Originally written: 2000-05-25
Last revision:
2008-08-01 04:51 PM
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