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 Algebra, Graphs and Authentic
Applications. First ed. Boston: Pearson Custom Publishing,
2007. |
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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) (35%)
3 – 5 Tests (50%)
Final (15%)
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.
I will omit one late assignment or if you submit
all assignments on time, I will drop your lowest score.
I will give quizzes often. I will drop your worst quiz score.
There will be no makeup quizzes.
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