Riverside City College Arithmetic-Pre-Algebra/Math 65 (48422), Fall 2014 MTSC 103-MTWTh: 06:00PM - 07:10PM

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1 Riverside City College Arithmetic-Pre-Algebra/Math 65 (48422), Fall 2014 MTSC 103-MTWTh: 06:00PM - 07:10PM Instructor: Jesús Magaña Jesus.Magana@rcc.edu Welcome to Mathematics: The course will cover the decimal system of numeration and the four basic mathematical operations as they apply to whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals without the use of any calculating device. Integers, factoring, geometric figures, and measurements are included. Emphasis is placed on applications to real world problems and introduction to the notion of algebra and its uses, including equations and polynomials. Student Learning Outcome: According to the official course outline, the learning outcomes for this course are stated as follows: 1. Apply the fundamental laws of arithmetic on whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals without the use of any calculating device. 2. Apply the fundamental laws of arithmetic on integers and rational numbers. 3. Solve applications using whole numbers, integers, fractions, mixed numbers, ratios and proportions, and decimals. 4. Apply percents to real world problems. 5. Convert the fundamental units of measurement within and between the U.S. and metric systems. 6. Apply the fundamental laws of algebra to simplify basic algebraic expressions and perform the four basic operations on polynomial expressions. 7. Solve linear equations and derive basic linear equations from elementary applications. 8. Use the symbols and vocabulary of arithmetic and pre-algebra to communicate mathematical concepts. Prerequisite: None Use CurricUNET at website to find the complete document. Registration: In order to be completely enrolled in this class, you must: 1) Officially enrolled in Math 65 at RCC 2) Attend the 2 nd day of class Text: Developmental Mathematics, 8 th edition by Bittinger Note: A printed textbook may be use for the class. If you choose to use an earlier edition, then it is up to you to match up the pages and exercises numbers. MyMathLab: Students may use the computerized homework website MyMathLab (MML) to provide immediate feedback on the concepts under this course. The MML Access Code is packaged with our book and is a voluntary part of this course. You may access book related videos, sample question, and more to help you become more familiar with statistics. Math 65- Fall 2014 Course Syllabus 1

2 Course ID for MyMathLab: Magana48789 The code can be purchased alone or bundled with a new text book from the RCC bookstore. You can also purchase access to the website directly by going to and using a credit card. You can register for free, but will be required to purchase access within 17 days. Calculators: Do not use a calculator to complete assignments and quizzes Calculators are not allowed to be used on exams, so you will not do well on the exams if you have gotten used to using a calculator. Important Note: If you have a documented disability requiring accommodation for this class, please see me and contact the office of Disabled Students Programs and Services at on the Riverside City Campus. Grading: Attendance/participation 5% Homework: 10% Final exam: 30% Quizzes: 15% (5 Quizzes, 3% each) Exams: 40% (4 midterms, 10% each) Grading scale: % 80-<90% 70-<80% 60-<70% Below 60% A B C D F Classroom Policies: 1. Respect is fundamental. Respect includes not disrupting the class in any manner. 2. Please turn off any electronic devices (including cell phones) before coming to class and put it away). 3. Absolutely no eating, drinking, or smoking in class. 4. Persons not enrolled in the course are not allowed to be in the class while the class is in process. 5. I reserve the right to ask you to leave if your behavior becomes disruptive. Each student has a unique learning process, so respect each other as well. Sharing ideas through discussions is encouraged, however, at appropriate instances. Students are expected to participate and contribute to the classroom environment. Each student brings his/her unique mentality and personality into the classroom, and your input will be necessary. In learning any new skill, we all make mistakes. It is of utmost importance that you learn from your mistakes. It is like when you first ride a bike, it is probable that you will fall. Pick yourself right up, dust yourself off, and continue to ride. In mathematics, everyone will make mistakes. (Even top mathematicians make mistakes!) What is crucial is to do your best, continue to ride, continue to learn, and continue to grow. Attendance: It is extremely important that you attend every class session. Attendance not only includes your physical presence, but also your mental alertness. You need to be ready to answer when being called upon. Participation is definitely mandatory. An attendance roster will be distributed in every class meeting. You are responsible for indicating your presence with your signature. If you fail to sign the attendance roster, you are considered absent for the day. Leaving early or arriving late is disrespectful and disruptive. Arriving late or leaving early for more than 5 minutes will count as absence. Any student with three consecutive absences or a total of four absences may be dropped from the course. Don t assume that you will automatically be dropped. If you miss any lecture, you will be responsible for the material or any announcements(s) presented on that day. Math 65- Fall 2014 Course Syllabus 2

3 Instructor s right: The instructor has the right modify this syllabus. Any changes will be announced during a class session. Those students that are absent are responsible for any changed to the syllabus. READ YOUR TEXT! In this course there will be a lot of information packed into several chapters. For a comprehensive understanding, you must read your text and be able to follow through book examples as well. For your benefit, I strongly encourage you to at least skim each lesson before class. I guarantee it will make my lectures much more interesting and much more useful. Academic Honesty: Plagiarism is presenting someone else s work as your own. Plagiarism/cheating will result in your forfeiting credit for the assignment that includes plagiarism and may result in your receiving an F for the course. I expect every student to do their own work. Any student handing in copied work (exams, quizzes and homework, etc.) taking credit for another s work, ideas, or copying for the internet will receive no points for that assignment. This offense is very serious and may result in expulsion. Expectation of students to be successful in learning Statistics: Attend every class meeting, come on time and stay the whole time physically and mentally. Complete every homework assignment in a manner that will contribute or lead to the learning and understanding of the material covered in class and on the syllabus. Complete each assignment immediately after the class on that topic. Participate in the classroom lectures and activities. Take notes during class and keep an organized notebook with notes, homework, etc.. Ask questions in class when the material in unclear, or just to make sure you understand the material. Study at least 8-15 hours outside of class per week. Do not spend 8 hours on Sunday night to catch up! It is not likely that you can study for this class the last few days before an exam and hope to pass. You need to have a consistent daily routine that includes studying mathematics. Organize and participate in study groups outside of class. Convey a positive attitude. Failure to have a positive attitude may result in not learning mathematics and thus not passing the class. Turn your cell phone in silent mode Have fun Help Policy: Students are allowed to discuss homework problems with each other, but are required to write up their solutions individually. NO help is allowed on quizzes or exams, and any instance of cheating will be reported. Take advantage of the Math Learning Center (MLC) in MLK 305/308, (appointment required). Study sessions in the MLC are also available during the week. Check with the MLC for the days and time. All the above services are FREE. Do not hesitate to come to me if you have any questions or are experiencing any difficulties. Math 65- Fall 2014 Course Syllabus 3

4 Homework: No late homework will be collected under any circumstances. Homework will be assigned every class meeting and collected every Monday. Each homework assignment is worth 10 points and three problems will be chosen at random and graded, each worth one point. The remainder seven points will be for completion. The lowest two assignments will be drop. Since quizzes and exams are based off the homework, it is strongly recommended that you attempt and complete every problem assigned. Due to the short class time, questions will only be answered if time permits. For this reason, I suggest to visit MLC for help on a regular basis. All work done by the student must be legible and neatly organized. It is not the instructor s job to hunt for answers and/or the corresponding supporting work. All homework assignments must be stapled together and I will not grade loose papers, multiple packets, paper-clipped, dog-eared, etc from any student. Quizzes/Test: There will be a total of five short quizzes throughout the semester. You will be notified a week in advance prior to a quiz to allow adequate time to prepare. There will be four midterms and a final cumulative exam. You will not be given extra time if you are late. No make-up on quizzes and exams. I will replace the lowest test score with the final exam score if it is greater. Final Exam: Final Exam is cumulative. It is schedule on: Contact information: Exchange contact information with at least two of your classmates so that you can exchange notes, assignment information, or other information you may need. Math 65- Fall 2014 Course Syllabus 4

5 MyMathLab Registration Instructions A MyMathLab student access code can be purchased alone from the front register at the RCC bookstore or bundled with a textbook. You can also go online at and purchase access directly through the website. A MyMathLab access code as well as a course id is required in order to access the MyMathLab website. The course id for this course is Magana48789 This website is where all of your assignments, quizzes and exams are located. It also has videos, tutorials, practice tests, printable worksheets, and the entire textbook available online. 1) Type in in the address bar and click on Student Register. If you have had access to MyMathLab previously, click on Student Sign-In 2) Enter the Course ID: Magana48789 and click Continue. 3) Click on Create an Account if you have never had MyMathLab access previously. If you have had access to MyMathLab previously type in your Username and Password. 4) Fill in the requested information, and then create your unique Login Name and Password. It s recommended that you use your address as your login name. 5) On the next screen you can either choose to enter a MyMathLab access code if you have one, pay for access with a credit card or if you scroll down you can click on the link that offers a free 17 day trial. 6) After your registration is processed, you can go to and click on Student Sign-In. After signing in, you will find the course title in the upper left corner. Click on the course title and begin working on the first assignment. 7) Technical problems? Call Tech Support at , Monday Friday 9am 6pm EST. **Be sure to write down your username and password. If you forget your username or password, you will have to have them sent to you via . Username: Password: Math 65- Fall 2014 Course Syllabus 5