SYLLABUS
Tulsa Community College
Fall 2016
Course: College Algebra – MTH1513
Day(s) and Time(s): T/Th 1:00 – 2:20 PM
Course Delivery Method: Lecture
Instructor: Lance Phillips
TO CONTACT YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Office: WC-S282
Phone: (918) 595-8104
Section #: 403
Call #: 11721
Start and end dates: 08/23/2016 – 12/15/2016
Course format: In person with Special Software
Office Hours: By Request
TO CONTACT THE SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCES
Campus Office location:SEC-S160
Campus Office Phone Number: (918) 595-8193
Email: [email protected]
COURSE PREREQUISITES:
Two years of high school algebra and appropriate CPT or ACT scores, or
completion of MTH 0123 or MTH 0055 with a grade of “C” or better, or their
equivalent.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The course consists of functions, inverse functions, systems of equations,
matrices and determinants, polynomial equations, logarithmic and exponential
functions, conic sections, the binomial theorem and sequences.
NEXT COURSE(S) IN SEQUENCE:
MTH 1613 (Trigonometry), MTH 2193 (Elementary Statistics), MTH 2513 (Finite Math), or MTH 2523
(Business Calculus)
TEXTBOOKS, SUPPLIES, & OTHER RESOURCES:
Title: College Algebra
Edition: 6th ISBN-13 978-0-32-179564-9
Author: Sullivan & Sullivan
Publisher: Prentice/Hall
Textbooks and supplies may be purchased at: The West Campus College
Bookstore or online at various sources. In addition to the text, also
required are: Notebook paper, pencils, TI-83 or TI-84 calculator, and
MyMathLab code from the bookstore or you can purchase one online with a credit card at
http://www.mymathlab.com. Access to the world wide web is required to perform homework and
other assignments for this class. Most Student accessible PC’s on any TCC campus have the
necessary access if it is unavailable to you elsewhere.
TEACHING METHODS:
This is a 3-hour lecture course that utilizes the Pearson Higher Learning software platform
MyMathLab. There will be an initial review assignment, homework, practice exams, chapter exams
and a comprehensive common Final Exam. Homework and all exams will be done online at
MyMathLab.com for this course, access is explained later in this syllabus.
MyMathLab course ID is phillips06351
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MYMATHLAB.COM
We will be using an internet based program with our text this semester called MyMathLab.com.
For those of you (which will be most) who have not used MyMathLab.com before, don’t worry, we
will be going through this together in class. In order to access MyMathLab.com you will need to
direct your web browser to http://www.MyMathLab.com. Under the students section you will need to
register. You must have a valid e-mail address (use your MyTCC address) before you can
register. You will also need a course code in order to access my course. The course code for this
class is phillips06351. There are tutorials and homework problems on this site which can help
you immensely and I will be posting notes for each class period on the site. You will also need a
student access code which you can either purchase in the bookstore or purchase online with a
credit card at the mymathlab.com site (they will walk you thru the registration process, and the
schools zip code is 74107). Please write your username and password in the blanks so you will
not forget them (I suggest you use your same Blackboard log on name and password to avoid
confusion). ALL CLASS COMMUNICATIONS OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM WILL BE
THROUGH THIS ACCESS.
Username: _________________________
Password: ______________________________
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Find the domain and range of relations and functions; both graphically and algebraically.
2. Perform operations on functions, including compositions.
3. Analyze polynomial equations and inequalities; both graphically and algebraically.
4. Perform matrix operations.
5. Apply the properties of logarithms to solve exponential and logarithmic equations.
6. Solve problems involving sequences and series.
7. Analyze functions and relations including polynomial, piecewise, and conic sections; both
graphically and algebraically.
8. Analyze real-world situations using appropriate mathematical strategies.
EVALUATION TECHNIQUES:
Review Assignment and Homework: There will be an assignment on MyMathLab to make sure you
have the basic concepts necessary for College Algebra. This assignment can be found under the “
Homework” button. There will also be homework assignments due each week on MyMathLab.
Each homework assignment will encompass the material covered in class during the week. Each
weekly homework assignment and the review assignment will be averaged for a total of 100
points. You can find the due dates for each homework assignment on the tentative schedule.
Quizzes: Before each exam there will be a quiz (posted in MyMathLab under the “Quizzes & Tests”
button) which includes the most difficult questions from the covered materials. You may attempt
each quiz only once. Every completed quiz builds the study plan and is intended to assist you in
preparing for the exam, as such, every fully (honestly) attempted quiz will earn a 90% or better
(adjusted at the end of the semester.)
Chapter Exams: There will be chapter exams following completion of every chapter, worth 100
points each. The schedule for these can be found on the tentative schedule.
Final Exam: We will take a comprehensive Final Exam. This is a common final taken by all College
Algebra students here at TCC. There is an available open review for this exam. This exam is
worth 100 points.
MyMathLab course ID is phillips06351
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ATTENDANCE:
Attendance is necessary to successful completion of the class. Absence of part or all of four (4) or
more classes or falling more than six (6) assignments behind, may result in an administrative
withdraw at the discretion of the professor. Students who have not attended any class in the first
two (2) weeks will be given a “WN”.
All Homework and exams for this class will be on MyMathLab.com, it is the student’s
responsibility to access and enroll in this class on the MyMathLab website.
COURSE WITHDRAWAL:
The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class. Contact the
Counseling Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course ('W' grade) or to change
from Credit to Audit. Check the TCC Academic Calendar for deadlines. Students who stop
participating in the course and fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have
financial aid consequences for the student.
The last day to withdraw is Friday, November 11, 2016.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Email: All TCC students receive a designated “MyTCC” email address
(ex: [email protected]). All communications to you about TCC and course
assignments will be sent to your MyMathLab registered email; and you must use MyTCC
email to send email to, and receive email from, the instructor regarding this course.
Inclement Weather: TCC rarely closes. If extreme weather conditions or emergency
situations arise, TCC always gives cancellation notices to radio and television stations.
This information is also posted on the TCC website (www.tulsacc.edu). It is suggested that
you sign up for TCCAlerts to have texts sent to your cellular phone of any campus closings.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOALS:
General Education courses at TCC ensure that our graduates gain skills, knowledge, and abilities
that comprise a common foundation for their higher education and a backdrop for their work and
personal lives. TCC’s General Education goals are: Critical Thinking, Effective Communication,
Engaged Learning, and Technological Proficiency.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE:
Open and mutually respectful communication of varied opinions, beliefs, and perspectives during
classroom or online discussion encourages the free exchange of ideas that is essential to higher
learning and to the ability to learn from each other. No cellular phones, pagers, mp3 or mp4
devices, CD/DVD/cassette/8-track/reel-to-reel, radio or other communications of entertainment
devices will be allowed. Always respect the learning environment of other students. Any action,
activity or condition that detracts from another student’s learning is not allowed. Special rules
concerning Cell phone usage will be outlined in class.
SPECIAL RULES: The Instructor has 3 special rules which are discussed on the first day of class.
MyMathLab course ID is phillips06351
TCC is Tobacco Free! Use of ANY tobacco product or electronic/vapor
cigarette on TCC property is prohibited by law.
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SYLLABUS CHANGES:
Occasionally, changes to the syllabus may be necessary. Students will be notified of any changes
to the syllabus in class.
DISABILITY RESOURCES: It is the policy and practice of Tulsa Community College to create
inclusive learning environments. Accommodations for qualifying students in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are available. To
request accommodations, contact the Education Access Center (EAC) at [email protected] or call
(918) 595-7115 (Voice). Deaf and hard of hearing students may text (918) 809-1864.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:
Academic dishonesty (cheating) is defined as the deception of others about one’s own work or
about the work of another. Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at
campuses within the Tulsa Community College system. Tulsa Community College adopts a policy
delegating certain forms of authority for disciplinary action to the faculty. Such disciplinary actions
delegated to the faculty include, but are not limited to, the dismissal of disrespectful or disorderly
students from classes. In the case of academic dishonesty this faculty member will:
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Record a grade of "F" for the student at the end of the semester. Faculty may
request that disciplinary action be taken against a student at the administrative level by
submitting such a request to the Dean of Student Services.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT:
Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in the TCC Catalog, TCC
Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook, and semester information listed in
the class schedule. All information may be viewed on the TCC website: www.tulsacc.edu
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES:
The Math Center tutors are located in the northwest corner of the TLC. You should always make
an appointment in advance to ensure you will have time with a tutor. Appointments will be given
priority and walk-ins will be seen as staff and time permit. To make an appointment (at least 24
hours in advance) call the Math Center at 595-8196 or e-mail at [email protected].
When making an appointment you will need to state the class you are working on and also be sure
to give your phone number so you can be reached in the event your session must be rescheduled.
The tutors will not work problems with you. They are there to help you understand the concepts,
not do your homework. If you miss class it is not the tutor’s responsibility to teach you the missed
material.
In addition to the provided tutors I am available by arrangement for those who desire addition
instruction or during my open classroom sessions.
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STUDENT’S EFFORT EXPECTATIONS:
To be successful in this class, and most college level coursework, a student must be mentally,
emotionally and physically prepared. Commit yourself to the following things, among others, and
they will contribute greatly to your success.
To be successful in this class a student must:
1. Be present
2. Be prepared
3. Be well rested
4. Have completed all assigned work
5. Have made provisions for distractions (a stand in sitter, alternative means of transportation,
organizing work schedules, informing family and friends of education’s priority)
6. Believe you can succeed
ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES/TIMES:
All assigned work (homework, quizzes and exams) are due by 1:00 PM on the date assigned,
failure to submit the work before 1:00 PM will result in penalty or inability to submit resulting in a
zero for the assignment.
LATE ASSIGNMENTS AND MAKE-UP WORK:
Late completion of homework will be allowed to the last week of class with a 2% per day penalty
for tardiness. Tests end dates are absolute and cannot be made up or retaken, for any reason. If
you must miss an exam contact your professor prior to the exam to determine if alternatives can
might be arranged for completing the exam at another time and place. Failure to inform the
professor prior to the exam taking place will result in a zero score for the missed exam.
GRADE CALCULATION:
Homework:
Quiz average:
All exams average
TOTAL:
89.5 -100%
79.5 – 89.4%
69.5 – 79.4%
59.5 – 69.4%
Less than 59.5%
45 percent of final grade
5 percent of final grade
50 percent of final grade
100 percent
A
B
C
D
F
NOTE: to earn an A in this class the student must achieve
an 80% or better average on all exams. To earn a B the
student must have a test average of 70% or better. To pass
the student must maintain a 50% or better average on all
exams.
GRADE REDEMPTION/ REVIEW:
Students who take an exam as scheduled will usually be given opportunity to retake the exam
earning the better of the two scores. Students for whom both scores are less than desirable, and
who have not missed any classes, have completed 100% of the homework assigned to date, and
have made use of the available tutoring may be allowed a third take at the discretion of the
professor.
Any grade dispute must be brought to the attention of the professor in writing within five (5) days
of the grade being recorded. Disputes after the fifth day may or may not be reviewed at the
discretion of the professor.
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SPECIAL GRADES:
Issuance of special grades (AW-Administrative withdraw, or I-Incomplete) may be given at the
request of the student when exceptional circumstances are present and are solely at the will of the
professor. In order for a special grade request to be considered, the student must be passing the
class at the time the request is made.
On MyMathLab if it has a due date it is assigned!
STUDENT PRIVACY:
All student grade summaries, scores and attendance records will be provided to the appropriate
TCC departments and to the student. No other persons will be given any students information,
except where mandated by law. Parental, guardian or spousal requests for information will not be
recognized or accommodated.
IN CLASS USE OF TECHNOLOGY: The use of personal computers in class are permitted for
note taking only, a student who wishes to utilize a computer for this purpose must prove their
ability to make mathematical notation on the computer, any other use will result in the student
being asked to leave the class. Recording of the instructor’s voice or likeness is permitted for
individual student study purposes only and may not be shared or published in any way.
MyMathLab course ID is phillips06351
CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROCEEDURE:
Any issues concerning this class, its participants or instructor must first be brought to the
instructor, if satisfactory resolution is not obtained through discussion with the instructor, the
student, or other interested party, is encouraged to address the matter to the Math and Science
Faculty Chair, Diane Trimble (918.595.8200, [email protected]). If resolution is not found
with the Faculty Chair Contact Dr. Lyn Kent, Dean, School of Math and Sciences. If satisfaction has
not been obtained the issue should then be taken to the Campus Dean of Student Affairs Ms.
Jennifer Beatie (918-595- 8007). Failure to follow this protocol will result in an administrative
withdraw of the student from this class.
INSTRUCTOR’S STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
My goal is your success. It is my intent to help you achieve your academic and life goals by
providing you the necessary instruction and personal attention to enable you to learn and be
comfortable in your mathematic abilities. I firmly believe the old adage; “If the student hasn’t
learned, the teacher hasn’t taught.” If you show up, have an earnest desire to learn and are willing
to work for your success, I will work with you as much as it takes, for you to learn.
Get involved in student activities
and Student Government.
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Dates to Remember:
August 23 : Class Begins
September 5 : Labor Day Holiday, College Closed, No classes
November 8: Professional Development Day : College Closed, No Classes
November 11 : Last Day to Withdraw
November 23-27: Thanksgiving Break, College Closed, No Classes
December 15 : Final Exam –Must be completed and submitted before 3:00 PM.
If you have completed at least 12 credit hours and have a grade point average of 3.5
or better ask me about
For COURSE CALENDAR see MyMathLab course site:
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the student to secure the purchase of the
necessary software for this course. Anyone having failed to complete the
first on-line assignment in MyMathLab prior to September 2, will receive
an Administrative Withdrawal from the class.
You are invited to join with the West
Campus Students for Christ, and
Baptist Collegiate Ministries Each
Wednesday at 11:30 for free food
and fellowship.
ASK ME ABOUT THE NATIONAL COMMUNITY
COLLEGE AEROSPACE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
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Planned (Tentative) Course Calendar
Wednesday
Thursday
12-Jan
13-Jan
14-Jan
Syllabus
Homework Syllabus
Introductions
Sections
Software Review
Study Skills Course Schedule
19-Jan
20-Jan
21-Jan
MLK Jr. Holiday
Do MATH Lecture / Review
No Class
Homework Factoring and Rational Expressions
26-Jan
27-Jan
28-Jan
Lecture / Review
Homework Lecture
Review and Distance & Midpoint formulas R8 - 1.1
Graphs, symmetry
2-Feb
3-Feb
4-Feb
Exam - In Class WC-S-198
Do MATH Lecture
Chapter 1 & 2 exam
Homework functions
9-Feb
10-Feb
11-Feb
Lecture
Homework Lecture
graphing functions
3.2-3.3
Piecewise functions
16-Feb
17-Feb
18-Feb
Review Chapter 12
Homework Exam -In Class WC-s-198
Transformations
3.5 Chapter 3 Exam
23-Feb
24-Feb
25-Feb
Lecture
Homework Lecture
Linear Functions
4.1 Linear Models and Quadratic Functions
1-Mar
2-Mar
3-Mar
Lecture
Homework Lecture
Quadratic Models &Polynomila functions 4.4, 5.1
Real and Complex Zeros
8-Mar
9-Mar
10-Mar
Lecture
Homework Exam -In Class WC-s-198
Rational Functions and Inequalities
5.4-5R
Chapter 4 and 5 exam
15-Mar
16-Mar
17-Mar
No Class
Do MATH No Class
Spring Break - Have fun
Homework Spring Break - Have fun
22-Mar
23-Mar
24-Mar
Lecture
Homework Lecture
Functions
61.-6.3
Logarithms
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29-Mar
30-Mar
31-Mar
Lecture
Homework Lecture
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Tuesday
Weekend
Homework
Quiz 1
1st Assign.
Homework
R5-R7
Homework
2.1
Do MATH
3.1
Homework
3.4
Do MATH
Homework
Homework
4.2-4.3
Homework
5.2-5.3
Do MATH
Homework
Do MATH
Homework
Homework
6.4-6.6
Homework
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