Syllabi for Niss

Intermediate Algebra - MAT1033C

CRN 27075

INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA - MAT1033C

COURSE SYLLABUS – SPRING 2014

 

INSTRUCTOR:                   John C. Niss

 

OFFICE:                                248 Valencia Winter Park Campus

 

OFFICE HOURS:            M 10:00am to 3:00pm

                                                TR 11:30am to 1:00pm

W 11:00am to12:00pm

F 10:30am to 11:30pm

               

PHONE/E-MAIL:                407-582-6858 / jniss@valenciacollege.edu

 

CREDIT HOURS:               3 Contact hour and 1 lab hour

 

PREREQUISITE:                Minimum grade of C in MAT0022C or MAT0028C or MAT0055 or MAT0056  or appropriate score on an approved assessment.

 

TEXT:                                    Intermediate Algebra, Rockswold/Krieger, 4th Edition.

                                                TI-83 or TI-84 Graphing Calculator recommended

 

CONTENT:

                Chapter 1: All                                       Chapter 5: Omit 5.6, 5.7

                Chapter 2: All                                      Chapter 6: Omit 6.5 - 6.7

                Chapter 3: Omit 3.5                            Chapter 7: Omit 7.5

                Chapter 4: Omit 4.4 - 4.7                   Chapter 8: Omit 8.2, 8.5, 8.6

               

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

 

This course presents algebraic skills for MAC 1105. Topics include linear equations and inequalities in two variables and their graphs, systems of linear equations and inequalities, introductions to functions, factoring, algebraic functions, rational equations, radical and rational exponents, complex numbers, quadratic equations, scientific notation, applications of the above topics and the communication of mathematics. Applications emphasizing connections with disciplines and the real world will be included.

 

COURSE COMPETENCIES:

 

Valencia faculty have defined four interrelated competencies (Value, Think, Communicate, Act) that prepare students to succeed in the world community.  These competencies are outlined in the College Catalog.  In this course, through classroom lecture and discussion, group work, and other learning activities, you will further develop your abilities to Value, Think, Communicate, and Act. Course outcomes can be found in the course outline at http://frontdoor.valenciacollege.edu/materials.cfm?uid=JNISS.

 

METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:

 

     Instruction will include lectures, discussion of homework assignments, and problem solving sessions.

 

ATTENDANCE:

 

     Attendance and class participation are expected of all students.  Students are responsible for all material covered in class during any absences and may be withdrawn from the course at the instructor’s discretion if absences are excessive.

 

 

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:

 

Students with disabilities that qualify for academic accommodations must provide documentation from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), preferably in the first two weeks of class. For information contact the Winter Park OSD ( lfirmani@valenciacollege.edu )

 

HOMEWORK:

 

     Homework is an essential part of this course.  On-line and textbook homework will be assigned during each lecture session and is expected to be completed by the next class session.  At that time an opportunity to discuss the homework will be given.  Make a sincere effort to stay current with homework.  Success in the class is unlikely otherwise. Online Homework Registration Code: niss09434

 

GRADING:

 

Weekly quizzes, labs and homework will count for one third of the final course grade.  On-line homework will count as two quiz grades. The two lowest quiz/lab grades may be dropped if the student visits the instructor’s office once in the first two weeks of class and a second time later in the semester.  It is the responsibility of the student to sign in to get credit for office visits.

   

   Three one-hour exams during the course will contribute another third to the final grade.

 

    A two-hour final exam, Wed., April 23, 7:00am-9:30am, will make up the remaining third of the grade.  The final will be comprehensive, although more stress may be placed on material from later in the course.

 

MAKE-UPS:

 

     It is my policy NOT to allow make-ups of missed tests or assignments.  The only exceptions that will be considered are verifiable absences due to illness, death in the family, or other such unanticipated emergencies.  In the event of such a situation, written verification (Dr.'s excuse, police report, etc.) of the emergency must be provided. Note that two quizzes are dropped to allow for the occasional missed class.  If you are going to have to miss an exam, you must let the instructor know before the scheduled exam time, and you may be allowed to take the exam early.

 

WITHDRAWAL:

 

     The withdrawal (W) deadline for this session is Friday, March 21. It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw through Atlas. Withdrawal after the deadline due to attendance is at the discretion of the instructor.

 

HONESTY:

 

     Representing another's work as your own or allowing such conduct on the part of a fellow student is cheating.  Such behavior will not be tolerated in this class.  Such incidents will be handled according to the college policy on academic honesty.

 

CLASSROOM CONDUCT:

 

     Students are expected to behave in a manner that encourages an atmosphere of respect in the classroom.  The Valencia College Code of Student Conduct will be the minimum standard for behavior.  In addition to that standard, cell phones will be disabled during class meetings.

 

GRADING SCALE:  A = 90 - 100,  B = 80 - 89,  C = 70  - 79,  D = 60 -  69,  F = below 60

 

Changes in the procedures described in this syllabus may be made at the discretion of the instructor.

CRN 13311

INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA - MAT1033C

COURSE SYLLABUS

FALL 2011

 

INSTRUCTOR:                   John C. Niss

 

OFFICE:                                248 Valencia Winter Park Campus

 

OFFICE HOURS:       M 12:00pm to 3:00pm

                                                TR 12:30pm to 2:30pm

W 9:00am to10:00am

F 10:00am to 12:00pm

               

PHONE/E-MAIL:                407-582-6858 / jniss@valenciacollege.edu

 

CREDIT HOURS:               3 Contact hour and 1 lab hour

 

PREREQUISITE:                Minimum grade of C in MAT0020C or MAT0024C or appropriate score on an approved assessment.

 

TEXT:                                    Intermediate Algebra, Rockswold/Krieger, 3rd Edition.

                                                TI-83 or TI-84 Graphing Calculator.

 

CONTENT:

                Chapter 1: All                                       Chapter 5: Omit 5.6

                Chapter 2: All                                      Chapter 6: All

                Chapter 3: Omit 3.5                            Chapter 7: Omit 7.5

                Chapter 4: Omit 4.4-4.7                     Chapter 8: Omit 8.5,8.6

               

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

 

This course presents algebraic skills for MAC1105. Topics include linear equations and inequalities in two variables and their graphs, systems of linear equations and inequalities, introduction to functions, factoring, algebraic fractions, rational equations, radicals and rational exponents, complex numbers, quadratic equations, scientific notation, applications of the above topics and the communication of mathematics. Applications emphasizing connections with disciplines and the real world will be included.

 

COURSE COMPETENCIES:

 

Valencia faculty members have defined four interrelated competencies (Value, Think, Communicate, Act) that prepare students to succeed in the world community.  These competencies are outlined in the College Catalog.  In this course, through classroom lecture and discussion, group work, and other learning activities, you will further develop your abilities to Value, Think, Communicate, and Act.

 

METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:

 

     Instruction will include lectures, discussion of homework assignments, and problem solving sessions with an introduction to problem solving using graphing calculators.

 

ATTENDANCE:

 

     Attendance and class participation are expected of all students.  Students are responsible for all material covered in class during any absences and may be withdrawn from the course at the instructor’s discretion if absences are excessive.

HOMEWORK:

 

     Homework is an essential part of this course.  On-line and textbook homework will be assigned during each lecture session and is expected to be completed by the next class session.  At that time an opportunity to discuss the homework will be given.  Make a sincere effort to stay current with homework.  Success in the class is unlikely otherwise. Online Homework Registration Code: niss82846

 

GRADING:

 

Weekly quizzes, labs and homework will count for one third of the final course grade.  On-line homework will count as two quiz grades. The two lowest quiz/lab grades may be dropped if the student visits the instructor’s office once in the first two weeks of class and a second time later in the semester.  It is the responsibility of the student to sign in to get credit for office visits.

   

   Three one-hour exams during the course will contribute another third to the final grade.

 

     A two-hour final exam, Tuesday, December 13, 10:00am-12:30pm, will make up the remaining third of the grade.  The final will be comprehensive, although more stress may be placed on material from later in the course.

 

MAKE-UPS:

 

     It is my policy NOT to allow make-ups of missed tests or assignments.  The only exceptions that will be considered are verifiable absences due to illness, death in the family, or other such unanticipated emergencies.  In the event of such a situation, written verification (Dr.'s excuse, police report, etc.) of the emergency must be provided. Note that two quizzes are dropped to allow for the occasional missed class.  If you are going to have to miss an exam, you must let the instructor know before the scheduled exam time, and you may be allowed to take the exam early.

 

WITHDRAWAL:

 

     The withdrawal (W) deadline for this session is Friday, November 4. It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw through Atlas. Withdrawal after the deadline due to attendance is at the discretion of the instructor.

 

HONESTY:

 

     Representing another's work as your own or allowing such conduct on the part of a fellow student is cheating.  Cheating will not be tolerated in this class.  Such incidents will be handled according to the college policy on academic honesty.

 

CLASSROOM CONDUCT:

 

     Students are expected to behave in a manner that encourages an atmosphere of respect in the classroom.  The Valencia Community College Code of Student Conduct will be the minimum standard for behavior.  In addition to that standard, cell phones will be disabled during class meetings.

 

GRADING SCALE:            90 - 100  A

                                                80 -  89   B

                                                70 -  79   C

                                                60 -  69   D

                                                below 60 F

 

NOTICE:

Changes in the procedures described in this syllabus may be made at the discretion of the instructor.