Materials:
A TI–83 (84) graphing calculator is required
for this course. Other graphing calculators may perform the
same functions and may be acceptable but see me about this.
If you have a TI–89, TI–92, or other technology
that can perform symbolic manipulations you will not be allowed
to use it on any form of assessment.
Prerequisite:
Math 811 or equivalent with C or better,
or appropriate score on placement test.
Required Text:
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Lehmann, Jay. Elementary and Intermediate Algebra Functions & Authentic Applications.
First Ed. Boston: Pearson, 2011. Packaged with MML.
(Either Skyline custom cover OR bass guitar cover OR e-book – all have the same content) |
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Help:
Check out my Help
page
Tutoring:
The
Learning Center (TLC) is an outstanding resource for free
tutoring in all of your classes.
You should visit TLC at the slightest sign of confusion or
just as a place to sit and work in a
supportive environment. The Learning Center staff is well
trained and dedicated solely to your success, so don't waste
this resource!
A tutoring service is available online through the authors
of this book and
SMARTHINKING.com . If you're interested in this service you
can check their website or I can
help you.
Tutorials for the TI-83 are
available in the TLC, a DVD tutorial is available (ask me)
and also online.
If you have any interest in Mathematics, Engineering, or Science
you may wish to join MESA
and make use of their tutoring and counseling services.
Assistance:
In Coordination with the DSP&S
office, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified
students with disabilities. If you have an accommodation letter,
please meet with me during my office hours to discuss your
needs. For more information, please contact the DSP&S
office in building 2 at 738-4280.
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Grading Information
Assignments (homework, classwork, quizzes) (30%)
3 – 5 Tests (50%)
Final (20%)
I will drop your worst test score (Not the final). There will be no makeup tests. If you are late for
a test you will have only the remaining time to complete the test (so don’t be late). If you know
you are going to miss a test date, contact me at least three days in advance and we can arrange
an alternate test to be taken in advance of the class test date.
I will excuse two homework quizzes and one week-long assignment set (or drop your lowest score
if you submit all of them). I will drop your worst quiz. There will be no makeup quizzes.
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