M082syllabus

CLASSROOM LOCATION: F302,F303 or F304
INSTRUCTOR: Announced
SEMESTER: Offered regular sessions Fall,Spring, Winter and Summer
PHONE: 443-840-1308
WEBPAGE:
OFFICE: F301
OFFICE HOURS:
COURSE PRE-REQUISITES: MATH 081, RDNG 051 or LVR 1 or by consent of Coordinator

Covers first degree equations and inequalities, linear equations in two variables, systems of equations, polynomials, and factoring.

About the Course:
This section of Math 082 is taught as an individualized, non-lecture course. Students learn the skills required for subsequent math or science courses.

At the beginning of the course, you will be given diagnostic tests to determine which parts of the course you will need to study. After testing is completed, you will be counseled by me to set up a schedule of work to be completed for the semester (your Success Schedule) and to determine a goal (math or science course). During the semester, I will review your progress, and, at the end of the semester, advise you of which course you should take next.

During the first week of class, you will be assigned topics to work through on the computer or in the textbook. Class time is spent working through the assigned material and taking tests. It is essential that you also do homework to achieve your goal.

During the class period, I will be available to answer questions and direct you. You may use the help of an in-class tutor, if available, or your classmates. If you need additional help, see me during my office hours. Tutors may also be available outside of class time in the Student Success Center, Room A-307, 410-780-6820.

You will work through each chapter checked on your Success Schedule by using the computer software and/or the printed materials. At the end of each chapter is a practice test to help you study for the official Chapter Test. You are responsible for all of the material on the chapter test.

Tests:
If you make more than two errors on the practice test, you probably need more practice, and you should consult me before taking the official chapter test. If you make no more than two errors on the practice test for the chapter in which you are working, sign your Check-Out Form. Present your Check-Out Form to the staff and (s)he will give you the appropriate chapter test.
Give your Check-Out Form to me before returning to your seat to take the test. Show all work and number your problems on scrap paper. Texts, notes and other forms of a test may not be used when taking a test or final. Also, other students, the tutors, and your instructors are not permitted to help you when taking a test or final.When you have completed the test, staple your scrap paper to the test and return all work to the basket at my desk.

You must score 80% to pass a chapter test; chapter tests must be taken again if the 80% mastery level is not attained. You must score 70% to pass a final exam; final exams must be taken again if the 70% mastery level is not attained. I must sign the Check-Out form if you take a chapter test or the final exam more than once. Students may take tests, chapter and final, only during their regularly scheduled class period and final exam time. Internet sites may not be used on chapter tests and finals.

Math Center students may come to the Math Center outside of their regular scheduled class time(except during final exam week) to do work for their Math Center class; however, tests may be taken only during the student's regularly scheduled class time and not at any other time.
In general, a student will need to complete about 15 chapters in Math 082. In order to finish in one semester, a student will need to complete more than 1 chapter per week (during the fall or spring semester) or more than 1 chapter per day (during the winter or summer semester). Ask me to discuss a schedule and a timeline with you. Please note that the two-hour exam period as set by the College for your section is the ONLY time during Final Exam Week when you may go to the Math Center to take tests. Do not wait until the last moment to catch up; set a pace to finish early!

Chapter Score: A "chapter score" is the average of all of the scores of the different forms of the test that the student took for that chapter. Chapter scores are computed starting in Spring, 2004, and are retained until the student finishes the course.

Final Exam Score: The "final exam score" is the average of all of the scores of the different forms of the final exam that the student took.

Course Percentages: The average of all of the chapter scores constitutes seventy (70) percent of the course percentage, and the final exam score constitutes thirty (30) percent of the course percentage. The course percentage is computed upon completion of the course, after the student has passed all of the required chapter tests and the final exam.

Course Grade: A student who finishes the course will receive a course grade according to the following scheme: A ( if the course percentage is 90 or above), B (if the course percentage is at least 80 but less than 90), or C (if the course percentage is less than 80.)

A student receiving an A,B, or C in Math 081 should register next for Math 083 (Intermediate Algebra).. If a student completes Math 082 before the end of the semester, (s)he may be able to enroll in a seven-week Math 083 course that very same semester.

An R grade indicates satisfactory progress but that the student must complete more work to finish the course.
An R grade will be given only to a student in Math 082 for the first time who starts B1,B2, or B3 and who does not complete the course but who meets both the following conditions.

A student who receives and R grade must register for another semester of Math 082.
A student who returns to Math 082 or who starts Math 082 at B4 or at a later chapter cannot receive and R grade, and he/she must finish the course.

An F grade indicates unsatisfactory progress and/or attendance. An F grade is given to students who have poor attendance
( more than 6 hours of class missed) or poor progress (not mastering/completing up to and including B11--or not finishing the course if they are students who return to Math 082 or who start Math 082 at B4 or at a later chapter).

A student who receives and F grade must register for another semester of Math 082.

1.Any tests taken while a student has AU (Audit) status will not count and must be retaken.
2.Students in developmental, zero-credit courses can change their registration to AU (Audit) ant any time within the first weeks of the semester without needing an official signature. After the third week of the semester, in order to change to AU (Audit) status, students in developmental, zero-credit courses must obtain the signature of the dean of the subject area.

Failure to officially withdraw from a class you have stopped attending may result in an "F" grade.

Attendance at each class and lab is essential. Please be on time. Students with a legitimate problem about attendance should discuss the situation with their instructor. To complete satisfactorily the attendance requirement, you cannot miss more than 6 hours of class. Please see me if there are any special problems.

Policy on Repeated Courses, page 194 of the 2004-2006 CCBC catalog states, "Students may repeat a course only once without permission. When a student repeats a course, only the higher grade is computed into the Quality Point Average (QPA). All grades will remain on the student's transcript. Before a student is permitted to register for the course for a third time, the student must have the permission of the academic dean responsible for the course. Before a student may repeat a developmental course that he or she has failed twice, the student's record must be reviewed by a support team which will make recommendations regarding enrollment." Please note: The instructor does not have the authority to grant permission to register

Friday	January 8	50% Refund Period Ends
Monday	January 18	College Closed-MLK Holiday
Friday	January 22	Last Day to withdraw "W"

Calculators may be used in class and on all tests for Math 082. Keep in mind that all credit math courses use graphing or scientific calculators.

TEXT(S): All students are required to purchase the following text:

Introductory Algebra Text by CCBC Essex Mathematics Faculty

There are many additional resources in the Math Center to help you learn the material. A complete listing is posted near the Math Center office.

1) There are several computer programs for you to use. Most topics in the course are explained in the Authorware programs, available on computers in the Math Center. The Authorware programs can be purchased from the bookstore. Additional drill programs are available.

2) There are videotaped lectures on almost every topic. Videotapes may be watched in class. Videotapes may be borrowed from the CCBC Essex library for use at home. A valid ID is required.

3) There are many supplementary drill sheets, certain practice tests and booklets available from the office, and a small library of books.

Students will take the Final Exam after completing all required chapters. All work, including the Final Exam, must be completed by the last day of class.

This course provides the student with a foundation in the basic concepts and methods of algebra needed to pursue more advanced mathematics courses. This course is the second of three developmental courses designed to prepare students with the mathematical background necessary for general education level mathematics. The course is non-credit, does not transfer, and will not satisfy the mathematics requirement for an Associate's Degree. Students successfully completing this course will be prepared to advance into Intermediate Algebra.

1. Solve linear equations in one variable
2. Use linear equations to solve word problems.
3. Solve linear inequalities in one variable.
4. Use linear inequalities to solve word problems.
5. Interpret and calculate slopes.
6. Apply rules of integer exponents.
7. Perform operations on polynomials.
8. Factor polynomials (binomial and trinomials).
9. Graph linear equations and inequalities in two variables.
10. Solve systems of linear equations

I. Linear Equations and Inequalities in One Variable
A. Properties
B. Solve Linear Equations and Inequalities
C. Applied Problems
D. Formulas
II. Linear Equations in Two Variables
A. Rectangular Coordinate System
B. Slope of a Line
C. Graph Linear Equations
III. Systems of Linear Equations
A. Solve by the Graphing, Substitution, and Addition Methods
B. Applications
IV. Exponents
A. Product, Quotient, and Power Rules
B. Integer Exponents
V. Polynomials
A. Evaluate
B. Operations on Polynomials
VI. Factoring
A. Greatest Common Factor
B. Factoring Trinomials
C. Special Factorization
D. Solve by Factoring

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In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, CCBC is committed to providing an environment that is conducive to learning for all students. Any student who is disabled and requires special accommodation should contact the appropriate campus as follows:

For the College to make its maximum contribution as an institution of high learning, the entire college community must uphold high standards of integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior. In seeking the truth, in learning to think critically, and in preparing for a life of constructive service, honesty is imperative. Each student has a responsibility to submit work that is uniquely his or her own, or to provide clear and complete acknowledgement of the use of work attributable to others. To these ends, the following actions are expected of students:

Students who do not accept responsibility for the integrity of their own work will experience sanctions, including a written reprimand, failure of the assignment, failure of the course, and/or dismissal from the program. For repeat and extreme offenses, the College reserves the right to suspend or expel students.

The College recognizes that clear, correct, and concise use of language is characteristic of an educated person. Therefore, whenever possible, faculty members in all disciplines should require written assignments in their courses in order to encourage effective writing by their students. Also, instructors should consider the quality of writing in determining a grade for a written assignment. Poor writing can be a sufficient cause for a failing grade on a paper and, in extreme cases, a failing grade in a course.

In the event that the college (or a specific campus) opens late due to weather-related or other emergency conditions, classes will commence at the announced opening time and resume the normal schedule thereafter for the remainder of the day. Faculty, students, and classified staff should report to wherever they would normally have been at the announced opening time. **

Students and faculty engaged in field placement programs (such as internships, clinical placements, etc.) should discuss the handling of emergency situations at the beginning of the placement period. Both the requirements of the program and the safety of persons involved should be considered in planning a course of action in those cases where students are expected to report to off-campus locations.
** For example, if you had a class that began at 9:35 and the college opened at 10:00 because of snow, you would report to your 9:35 class at 10:00.

When the college closes because of severe weather or emergency conditions, announcements of class cancellations are made on local radio and television stations and the college website (www.ccbcmd.edu). Closings and delays will also be recorded on the campus weather lines:

Students are encouraged to seek help from their instructors whenever they encounter academic difficulty (either during scheduled office hours or by appointment). In addition, each campus offers free academic support services. For more information, contact:

CIVILITY AND COMMUNITY BUILDING EXPECTATIONS
Creating a Culture of CARE©
(Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Empowerment)

As members of the CCBC community of learners, we are expected to act with respect, honesty, responsibility and accountability. Each of us is expected to be aware of the impact our behavior has on the community. CCBC wishes to each learner to commit to the following actions:

o Become an active and engaged learner
o Celebrate the richness of our diversity
o Respect the campus and its code of conduct
o Practice empathy and compassion
o Promote the empowerment of others

Students not attending class because they are observing major religious holidays shall be given the opportunity, to the maximum extent possible, to make up, within a reasonable amount of time, any academic work or tests they miss. Arrangements between the student and the faculty member(s) for the student to make up missed assignments or tests must be made in advance of the religious holiday, at the initiation of the student.
STUDENT E-MAIL ACCOUNTS
CCBC has joined the ranks of the very few community colleges in Maryland who provide email accounts to all credit students. Each student who is registered in credit classes now has an email account and up to 5 Mb of storage in their mail box. This account will not be deleted even if the student graduates or leaves CCBC for any reason.
For information about the system and how students can determine their email address, go the CCBC Home Page and click on "Student Email". From here students can find their email address, get to an on-line user manual and access instructions on how to forward the CCBC email to the system of choice (AOL, Comcast, Hot Mail, etc.)

SIGNATURE PAGE RETURN TO INSTRUCTOR -SAMPLE

Student Responsibility Contract

The purpose of this contract is to inform you about the “Repeating Coursework” policy at CCBC and provide you with ways you can increase your chances for success.

Please take sufficient time to review this contract carefully.

• To give myself the greatest chance of success in this course, I agree to actively follow the terms/recommendations listed below:

I have read the course syllabus and am familiar with the manner in which my grade will be determined.
Understanding that my opportunities to retake this course are limited (please see point#4), if I experience difficulty with the coursework, I agree to contact my instructor and/or seek FREE tutoring help (either online or inperson).
I must not hesitate to ask for assistance when necessary during this course. I understand that in addition to FREE tutoring assistance, there are other FREE resources on campus to help students with disability support, academic, personal, and financial issues, and I commit to taking advantage of these resources that will assist me in being successful (please see the back for additional information).
CCBC policy requires a student who has already received two grades (including W, AU, I, and R) in a course to obtain special consent to be able to register for a Developmental course a third and final time.
I understand that if I am already enrolled in a course for a third time, without obtaining the appropriate approval, I will need to contact the Coordinator of Developmental Education (see back of page for contact information) immediately to set up an appointment to discuss the possibility of remaining in the class. Failure to do so may result in my being “dropped” from the course.
If you need to take the class for a third time, you will be required to pick up a Course Repeat Packet and complete the enclosed documents and make an appointment before you can request permission for a third attempt. Packets can be obtained from Academic Advising, Records and Registration, English, Math or Reading departments, Financial Aid, or the Coordinators of Developmental Education.
I am aware that if I am unsuccessful in this course, it may have a negative effect on my financial aid

(e.g. loss of financial aid), academic status (e.g. academic probation) or may restrict my ability to reregister for the course.

Please sign below to acknowledge that you understand the policies and terms outlined above. I also understand that failure to follow these recommendations may affect future registration.

Student Name ___________________________________________________

Student Signature (PRINT)___________________________________________________

Student ID _________________________________________________________________

Semester_____________________________ Course__________Section_______________

RETURN SIGNED FORM TO YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Dev Ed Policy Revision_Nov 1, 2009

CCBC RESOURCE GUIDE

COURSE REPEAT PROCESS If you need to take the class for a third time, you will be required to pick up a Course Repeat Packet, complete the enclosed documents and make an appointment before you can request permission for a third and final attempt.

Catonsville Nicole Baird Dundalk Sonya Caesar Essex Joy AdamsJones

Office: F304 Office: J211C Office: A311

Telephone: 443.840.4913 Telephone: 443.840.3455 Telephone: 443.840.1473

TUTORING

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER

Catonsville Dundalk Essex

F Building/Library 3rd FloorRoom F304 Building /Room J211 A Building/ Room A307

Telephone: 443.840.5959 Telephone: 443.840.3666 Telephone: 443.840.1820

DISTANCE TUTORING (Online)

Online tutoring is a FREE service for CCBC registered students for specific classes through the Internet. This program is available to students who are enrolled in online, as well as traditional courses. Students can selfregister online and start using the service right away.

Go to http://www.ccbcmd.edu/distance/login.html
Click the "Login" button.
Click the "View Course List" button.
Click "SSC Online Tutoring SelfRegistration."
Expand the "SSC Online Tutoring Courses" category by clicking the green arrow to the left.
Click the "Register" button to the right of the section for which you wish to register.
Type in your existing WebCT user ID and password and click "Register."

To learn more about SSC Online Tutoring visit the Student Success Center on your campus

ACADEMIC ADVISING

CLINICAL COUNSELING SUPPORT

Catonsville Dundalk Essex

K Building/Room K200 A Building/Room A100 A Building/Room A220

Telephone: 443.840.4382 Telephone: 443.840.3816 Telephone: 443.840.1973

DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES

Catonsville Dundalk Essex

K Building/Room K205 A Building/Room A100 A Building/Room A210

Telephone: 443.840.5246/ 4438404553 (TTY) Telephone: 443.840.3816/ 4438403529 (TTY) Telephone: 443.840.1973/ 4438401601 (TTY)

Dev Ed Policy Revision_Nov 1, 2009

Course Description	Requirements	Grading Policy	Attendace Policy	Calendar	Math Center Hours	Materials/Texts
Resources	Final Exam	Assignments	Rationale	Course Objectives	Major Topics	CCBC Policies

Campus:	Office:	Room:	Phone:
Catonsville	Office of Disabilities Support Services	K-200	443-840-4408
Dundalk	Office of Career and Life Planning	A-100	443-840-3774
Essex	Disabilities Support Services	A-210	443-840-1741

Campus:	Office:	Room:	Phone:
Catonsville	Tutoring Services	F-200	443-840-4420
Dundalk	Tutoring Services	CAR-530	443-840-3572
Essex	Student Success Center	A-307	443-840-1393

Catonsville Nicole Baird	Dundalk Sonya Caesar	Essex Joy AdamsJones
Office: F304	Office: J211C	Office: A311
Telephone: 443.840.4913	Telephone: 443.840.3455	Telephone: 443.840.1473

	Catonsville			Dundalk			Essex
F Building/Library 3rd FloorRoom F304			Building /Room J211			A Building/ Room A307
Telephone: 443.840.5959			Telephone: 443.840.3666			Telephone: 443.840.1820

	Catonsville			Dundalk			Essex
K Building/Room K200			A Building/Room A100			A Building/Room A220
Telephone: 443.840.4382			Telephone: 443.840.3816			Telephone: 443.840.1973

	Catonsville			Dundalk			Essex
K Building/Room K205			A Building/Room A100			A Building/Room A210
Telephone: 443.840.5246/ 4438404553 (TTY)			Telephone: 443.840.3816/ 4438403529 (TTY)			Telephone: 443.840.1973/ 4438401601 (TTY)