Florida southwestern state college general education competencies

School of Pure and Applied Sciences

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PROFESSOR: Dr. Ivana Ilic PHONE NUMBER: (239) 489 9330

OFFICE LOCATION: Thomas Edison Campus U-112H E-MAIL: iilic@fsw.edu

OFFICE HOURS: TBA SEMESTER: FALL 2018

I. COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE, CATALOG DESCRIPTION, CREDITS:

MAT 1033 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA (4 CREDITS) This course is intended to prepare students for college level algebra courses needed to meet the State requirements for math competencies. This course should adequately prepare the student for MAC 1105 and provide a strong algebra foundation for higher level math. A graphing calculator is required for this course.

II. PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE: MAT 0028 or MAT 0057 or MAT 0058 (all with a minimum grade of “C”) or Testing or SB 1720 Exemption CO-REQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE: None

III. GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION: Topic Outline.

• Factoring • Algebraic fractions • Radicals and rational exponents • Complex numbers • Quadratic equations • Rational equations • Linear equations and inequalities in two variables and their graphs • Systems of linear equations and inequalities • Introduction to functions • Applications of the above topics

IV. ALL COURSES AT FLORIDA SOUTHWESTERN STATE COLLEGE CONTRIBUTE TO THE GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM BY MEETING ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES:

Communicate clearly in a variety of modes and media. Research and examine academic and non-academic information, resources, and evidence.

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Evaluate and utilize mathematical principles, technology, scientific and quantitative data. Analyze and create individual and collaborative works of art, literature, and performance. Think critically about questions to yield meaning and value. Investigate and engage in the transdisciplinary applications of research, learning, and knowledge. Visualize and engage the world from different historical, social, religious, and cultural approaches. Engage meanings of active citizenship in one’s community, nation, and the world.

A. General Education Competencies and Course Outcomes 1. Listed here are the course outcomes/objectives assessed in this course which play an integral part in contributing to the student’s general education along with the general education competency it supports.

General Education Competency: Evaluate Course Outcomes or Objectives Supporting the General Education Competency Selected:

 Select and apply an appropriate technique for solving quadratic equations

 Select and apply an appropriate technique for solving systems of linear equations

B. Other Course Objectives/Standards

 Factor polynomials using methods such as factoring greatest common factors, factoring by grouping, trial and error, the AC method, difference of squares, and substitution

 Perform operations with and simplify rational expressions

 Simplify complex rational expressions

 Divide polynomials using long division

 Perform operations with and simplify radial expressions

 Rationalize denominators

 Express radicals using rational exponents and vice versa

 Apply the properties of exponents to expressions involving rational exponents

 Solve radical equations

 Identify characteristics of complex numbers and be able to express a complex number in “a + bi” form

 Perform arithmetic operations on complex numbers

 Select and apply an appropriate technique for solving quadratic equations utilizing factoring, the square root property, completing the square, and the quadratic formula

 Solve rational equations.

 Graph linear equations in a coordinate plane using techniques such as tables of values, intercepts, and point slope form of an equation of a line.

 Graph linear inequalities in a coordinate plane

 Use a variety of techniques to determine the slope of a line

 Determine whether the equations of lines are those that are parallel, perpendicular, or neither

 Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of slope as being a rate of change

 Write equations of lines using forms such as point-slope, slope-intercept, vertical line form, horizontal line form, and standard form

 Solve systems of linear equations in two variables using the techniques of graphing, substitution, and elimination (as referred to as addition or linear combination)

 Solve systems of linear inequalities using a graphical approach

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 State the domain and range of a given relation using appropriate set notation, such as set-builder and interval notation

 Identify relations that are also functions

 Evaluate functions for specified domain values by referring to a graph, the equation, or a set of ordered pairs that define the function

 Solve for a specified variable in literal equations

 Select and apply an appropriate technique to solve application problems involving algebraic concepts contained in the scope of this course

V. DISTRICT-WIDE POLICIES:

PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES Florida SouthWestern State College, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the College’s guiding principles, offers students with documented disabilities programs to equalize access to the educational process. Students needing to request an accommodation in this class due to a disability, or who suspect that their academic performance is affected by a disability should contact the Office of Adaptive Services at the nearest campus. The office locations and telephone numbers for the Office of Adaptive Services at each campus can be found at http://www.fsw.edu/adaptiveservices. REPORTING TITLE IX VIOLATIONS Florida SouthWestern State College, in accordance with Title IX and the Violence Against Women Act, has established a set of procedures for reporting and investigating Title IX violations including sexual misconduct. Students who need to report an incident or need to receive support regarding an incident should contact the Equity Officer at equity@fsw.edu. Incoming students are encouraged to participate in the Sexual Violence Prevention training offered online. Additional information and resources can be found on the College’s website at http://www.fsw.edu/sexualassault.

VI. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STUDENTS:

 MyMathLabPlus (MLP): All students are required to purchase access to MLP. o Online assignments are found on the MMLP website: http://fsw.mylabsplus.com

 Students who have a password from a prior semester will be able to login using their old credentials. Students who do not have an established password or who have forgotten their password should go to the website, select the “Forgot Your Password” link, enter their FSW username as the Username, and click on “continue.” An email with a link for resetting the password will be sent from support@pearson.com to the student’s FSW email account

 ACCESS CODES: After logging in and selecting this course, students will be prompted with three enrollment options to gain access to their course:

 Access Code: Input a purchased access code  Buy Now: Purchase with a credit card or PayPal  Pay Later: Obtain temporary access.

 Temporary access begins on the day the student selects that option and expires 14 days later as shown on the student’s receipt. When temporary access expires, the student will be prompted to input a purchased access code or buy an access code online. Work done prior to the temporary access expiration will be saved; but the student will not be able to do any

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additional work until the permanent access code has been submitted. Temporary access is for 14 days only and cannot be extended.

 Accessing the Canvas Online Classroom: Communication and Discussion Board Activities o It is recommended that you use Firefox, Chrome or Safari to access the online course. There have

been multiple reports on issues with Internet Explorer 7 when used with Canvas.

 To download Chrome browser, go to http://www.google.com/chrome/

 To download Firefox browser, go to http://www.firefox.com

 To download Safari browser, go to http://www.apple.com/safari/ o Navigate to the Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) portal at http://www.fsw.edu/ o Enter your official FSW portal username and password and then click the “Login” button. o Click the Student Academics tab to see a list of your courses. o Click on the course title to open the online classroom. o Click on Courses at the top of the screen and select the course title listed under My Courses.

 CANVAS PROFILE: On the left-hand side menu in Canvas, students will find a link Account/Profile for their Canvas profile. Follow this link to edit NOTIFICATION settings- students can receive course notifications through their Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) email address, a personal email address, text messages, Facebook, Skype and other social networking services. Students can choose any combination of these settings and can change them at any time. It is the students’ responsibility to ensure their communication settings are configured in a way that allows them to receive course notifications.

 CANVAS INBOX: On the left-hand side menu of the Canvas page is a link for the student’s inbox. Students can use this tool to communicate with their professor and their classmates. It is the student’s responsibility to regularly check the inbox for messages from their professor.

 CANVAS TOOLS: Course Tools are found on the left-hand side of the course Canvas page. o HOME: Students will find the Canvas course homepage with general course information. o SYLLABUS: Students will find the course syllabus (this document). o ANNOUNCEMENTS: Students will receive important messages from their professor using Canvas

Announcements. It is the student’s responsibility to log into the course frequently. Announcements may pertain to changes in course schedule or material and students will be held responsible for information contained in emails and announcements.

o DISCUSSIONS: Graded activities will be posted on the discussion board. In addition, students can use discussion boards to post and respond to general questions about homework, quizzes, and exams. This is a public forum. All members of the class may read and post to ‘Discussions’ – do not post any confidential information.

o GRADES: The Canvas Gradebook will not be used in this course. Grades will be posted in the MyLabsPlus Gradebook.

o CHAT: Students can communicate with their instructor or classmates through this live chat tool. o CONFERENCES: This tool allows the professor to conduct office hours or meet with students in the

online environment using live voice communication and an interactive whiteboard. Students should email the professor to request a meeting.

 ONLINE PROCTORED EXAMS Online tests and final exam within this course will require online proctoring using a service within Canvas called Proctorio. This service is free to students and no scheduling is required.

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Requirements for students:

1. Students will be required to have a webcam (USB or internal) with a microphone when taking a proctored exam or quiz. This remote recording device is purchased and controlled by the student.

2. All proctored quizzes and/or exams should be taken in a quiet, well-lit, private space. 3. Students must display a valid government issued ID or FSW Student ID card.

Students that do not have access to the required technology or testing environment should visit www.fsw.edu/online/testing for a list of recommended locations that offer a secure and private setting to take your exam. Each FSW campus has a limited number of laptops available for check out OR Proctorio-ready computer stations. These resources are available for students to use on a first- come, first-serve basis. Availability is not guaranteed, so plan accordingly.

How to Take a Proctorio Exam:

1. Prepare your environment to meet the requirements as detailed in the exam description 2. Log in to your course in Canvas using Google Chrome 3. Navigate to your quiz or exam 4. You will be required to install the Proctorio extension if this is your first use of the service 5. Read the instructions carefully to ensure you comply with the proctoring requirements 6. Start your quiz or exam and follow the prompts to verify your identify and complete a room and

desk scan 7. After the verification process proceed to take your exam in Canvas 8. When you are done use the "Submit" button in Canvas to end the Proctorio session

Visit www.fsw.edu/online/testing for additional resources and best practices for taking a successful online proctored exam. Testing Requirements for This Course:

 Face and Hands Must be Visible at all Times  NO cell phones, smart watches, tablets or any other electronic device allowed (other than the

computer you are using to take this exam and TI-83 Plus or TI-84 graphing calculator or equivalent)  NO textbooks  NO other people in the room  NO talking, music or other background sounds  Do NOT navigate to another tab or window in your browser. This may end your exam and you may

not be able to reenter.  Do NOT leave the view of the webcam. This may end your exam and you may not be able to reenter.  Students should use a small whiteboard (scratch paper not allowed). It MUST be erased and shown

to be clean at the end of the exam (show it to the webcam before disconnecting).  Students are allowed to use TI-83 Plus or TI-84 graphing calculator or equivalent.

Please note that you will receive a zero for this exam if any of the prohibited items are detected during the exam or the conditions detailed above are not met.

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You MAY also use the following:

 The Proctorio calculator tool  The virtual Proctorio whiteboard

Need Technical Support? Contact Proctorio 24/7 by:

 Live Chat by clicking the Proctorio extension (shield icon in Chrome)  Call 1-866-948-9248  Email support@proctorio.edu

 HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS: MyLabsPlus (MLP) (10%) o Students will complete all on-line homework assignments posted in MLP; see Section XI: Class

Schedule. In general, MLP allows three attempts at exactly the same problem before marking the problem wrong. After the problem has been marked wrong, students may work additional versions of the same kind of problem until they are successful. To get a new version of the problem, click on the “Similar Exercise” button. Students will be given credit once they answer a version correctly.

o Students may continue to work on the homework assignments after the posted due date without any penalty. Access to the homework assignments will expire Monday, December 10, 2018 11:59 PM EST.

o The student does not need to complete all homework problems in one session. The same homework problems and values will be available to the student the next time they access the homework assignment. Students may also print individual problems or entire assignments.

 QUIZZES: MyLabsPlus(MLP) (15%) o Students will complete quizzes posted in MLP; see Section XI: Class Schedule. Quizzes are named

“Quiz (number) (Chapter (numbers) & (number))”. o Quizzes must be completed by their due date. o Students will have 2 hours to complete each quiz. o Students will have 3 attempts for each quiz. o Quizzes may be taken on any computer that has the appropriate downloads.

 DISCUSSION BOARD ACTIVITIES: Canvas (5%) o Several discussion activities will be posted on the discussion board in Canvas to demonstrate

knowledge of the important concepts covered in this course.

 TESTS #1: MyLabsPlus (MLP) (15%) o Students will complete Tests #1 posted in MyLabsPlus; see Section XI: Class Schedule. o Students will have 2 hours to complete the test. o Students will have 2 attempts for Tests #1 o Tests #1 may be taken on any computer that has the appropriate downloads. o Students should only use a TI-83 Plus or TI-84 graphing calculator, or equivalent, blank paper and

pencil during the Test #1. The use of calculators with computer algebra systems (for example, TI- 89’s and TI-92’s) is not permitted.

 Tests #2, #3 : proctored by Proctorio in Canvas (15% each) o Students will have 2 hours to complete the Test #2 and two hours to complete Test #3

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o Students will have 1 attempt for the Test #2 and 1 attempt on Test #3 o Students may use a TI-83 Plus or TI-84 graphing calculator or equivalent on tests. The use of

calculators with computer algebra systems (for example, TI-89’s and TI-92’s) is not permitted. o Students have to use a small white board for working problems, rather than using paper and

pencil. o Students may NOT use any software packages, the textbook or the eBook during the Test #2, Test

#3. o Visit www.fsw.edu/online/testing for information how to take exam proctored by Proctorio.

 FINAL EXAM: proctored by Proctorio in Canvas (25%) o The Final Exam is cumulative and includes all chapters covered in class. o Students will have 110 minutes to complete the Final Exam. o Students will only have 1 attempt for the Final Exam. o Students may use a TI-83 Plus or TI-84 graphing calculator or equivalent on Final Exam. The use of

calculators with computer algebra systems (for example, TI-89’s and TI-92’s) is not permitted on Final Exam.

o Student have to use a small white board for working problems, rather than using paper and pencil.

o Students may NOT use any software packages, the textbook or the eBook during the Final Exam. o Visit www.fsw.edu/online/testing for information how to take exam proctored by Proctorio.

 MAKE-UP POLICY: In case of sudden illness or emergency, students must contact the instructor as soon as they realize that they are unable to take a test or the final exam at the scheduled time. Each case will be reviewed individually. Valid and detailed documentation is a prerequisite for scheduling a makeup exam under such extenuating circumstances.

 RESPECT: Students are expected to treat each other and the professor with the utmost respect.

 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: While study groups are encouraged, unless otherwise announced by your instructor, all work turned in for a grade should be done independently. Any submission by a student of someone else’s work as his or her own or the use of any prohibited aids during testing constitutes cheating. This includes unauthorized use of a solutions manual, mathematical software or website. The student will earn a zero for that assignment and will be referred to the Dean’s Office. A second instance of academic dishonesty will result in a failing grade for the course. It is each student’s responsibility to become familiar with the student code of conduct and academic integrity policy found in the Florida SouthWestern State College catalog.

VII. ATTENDANCE POLICY:

 This is an online course – there are no scheduled meeting times.

 The first day of the Spring 2018 semester is Monday, August 20, 2018.

 Attendance Verification Requirement: A student’s attendance in this course will be verified upon the completion of the following all three activities:

1. Completing the first homework assignment on section 3.1 in MyLabsPlus 2. Completing the second homework assignment on section 3.2 in MyLabsPlus 3. Completing discussion Board Activity “Introduce yourself” in Canvas Failure to complete the three activities listed above by August 27, 2018 11:59 PM EST may prevent the students from receiving their financial aid. Please be sure to complete these activities in a timely manner.

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Upon the Attendance Verification Requirement is fulfilled, instructor will verify student attendance by August 28, 2018 11:59 PM EST (by midnight). The Financial Aid Office must verify that students receiving Title IV funds attend/ participate in class. Students must repay their Title IV funds if not attending class through the end of the withdrawal period. Any student who stops attending/participating in class and does not officially withdraw will be assigned a grade of “F”.

VIII. GRADING POLICY:

The course grade will be calculated based on: Homework Average 10% Quizzes Average 15% Tests Average 45% Discussion Board 5% Final Exam 25% Total 100% Before computing the homework average, the lowest two homework scores will be dropped. All test grades count toward the final grade. No test grades will be dropped. If a test is not taken, the assigned score for that test is zero. The final exam is weighted 25%. Additionally, before computing the final score for the course, the lowest score among the scores (test 1, test 2, test 3) will be replaced with the final exam score provided that the final exam score is higher than the lowest among those three scores. Final letter grade will be assigned according to the following scale:

90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 60 = F

(Note: The “incomplete” grade [“I”] should be given only when unusual circumstances warrant. An “incomplete” is not a substitute for a “D,” “F,” or “W.” Refer to the policy on “incomplete grades.)

IX. REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS:

 Martin-Gay, Intermediate Algebra eText & MyLabsPlus for Florida SouthWestern State College, Pearson, Upper Saddle River (provides eText in MyLabsPlus)

ISBN: 9781256168577 OR

 Martin-Gay, Intermediate Algebra eText & MyLabsPlus for Florida SouthWestern State College, 7th edition, Pearson, Upper Saddle River (hard copy of text in addition to eText in MyLabsPlus)

ISBN: 9781323453216

AND

 A TI-83 Plus or TI-84 graphing calculator, or equivalent, is required. The use of calculators with computer algebra systems (for example, TI-89’s and TI-92’s) is not permitted on tests or quizzes.

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X. RESERVED MATERIALS FOR THE COURSE:

There is a copy of the textbook on reserve in the library. .

XI. CLASS SCHEDULE: Schedule is given below. Students are expected to check their Canvas Announcements, Canvas e-mail Inbox and MyLabsPlus on a daily basis for any changes in schedule.

Week Dates Sections to Cover Important Dates, Holidays, Misc.

1 Monday, August 20 – Sunday, August 26

3.1, 3.2, 3.3

2 Monday, August 27 – Sunday, September 2

3.4, 3.5, 3.7 Attendance verification

assignments (3.1, 3.2, discussion “Introduce yourself” in Canvas )

due August 27, 2018 11:59 PM EST

Monday, August 27: Last day to add courses, change credit/audit status, change degree status and drop a class with a refund

3 Monday, September 3 – Sunday, September 9

4.1, 4.3, 4.5 Monday, September 3: College closed for Labor Day

4 Monday, September 10 – Sunday, September 16

Review for Test 1 Test 1 (in MyLabsPlus)

Homework assignments 3.1 - 3.5, 3.7, 4.1, 4.3, 4.2 Quiz 1 (Chapters 3 and 4) and Test 1 (Chapters 3 and 4) are due on Monday, September 17, 2018 11:59 PM EST

5 Monday, September 17 – Sunday, September 23

5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4

6 Monday, September 24 – Sunday, September 30

5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8

7 Monday, October 1 – Sunday, October 7

6.1, 6.2, 6.3

8 Monday, October 8 – Sunday, October 14

6.4, 6.5, 6.6

9 Monday, October 15– Sunday, October 21

Review for Test 2

Test 2 (proctored, in Canvas)

Homework assignments 5.1 – 5.8, 6.1 – 6.6 Quiz 2 (Chapters 5 and 6) and proctored Test 2 (Chapters 5 and 6)

are due on Monday, October 22 , 2018 11:59 PM EST Proctored Test 2 is available in Canvas

from Monday, October 15, 2018 12:01 AM EST– Monday, October 22, 2018 11:59PM EST

10 Monday, October 22 – 7.1, 7.2 Friday, October 26: Last day to withdraw from a

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Sunday, October 28 course

11 Monday, October 29 – Sunday, November 4

7.3, 7.4, 7.5

12 Monday, November 5 – Sunday, November 11

7.6, 7.7, 8.1

13 Monday, November 12 – Sunday, November 18

8.2 & Review for Test 3

Test 3 (proctored, in Canvas)

Sunday, November 11 - Monday, November 12: College closed in observance of Veterans Day

Homework assignments 7.1 – 7.7, 8.1 , 8.2 Quiz 3 (Chapters 7 and 8) and proctored Test 3 (Chapters 7 and 8)

are due on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 11:59 PM EST Proctored Test 3 is available in Canvas

from Tuesday, November 13, 2018 12:01 AM EST– Tuesday, November 20, 2018 11:59PM EST

14 Monday, November 19 – Sunday, November 25

Review for Final Exam

Thursday, November 22 - Sunday, November 25 : College closed for Thanksgiving

15 Monday, November 26 – Monday, December 3

Review for Final Exam Monday, December 3: Last day of classes

16 Tuesday, December 4 – Monday, December 10

Proctored Cumulative Final Exam in Canvas

Dates available:

From Tuesday, December 4, 2018 12:01 AM EST

through

Monday, December 10, 2018 11:59 PM EST

Exam is posted in Canvas (select Quizzes)

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XII. ANY OTHER INFORMATION OR CLASS PROCEDURES OR POLICIES: Important information regarding the course matters will be disseminated through Canvas. Students are expected to check their Canvas email Inbox and Announcements on a daily basis.

 For additional help with this course, the student may:

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o Send a message to the professor Send an email to iilic@fsw.edu. The student can expect a response from the Professor within 24-48 hours.

o Meet with the Professor during posted office hours. o Seek On-Campus Assistance: Each Campus, as well as the Hendry/Glades Center, has at least

one place where students can go for assistance with mathematics. All are available to each student, regardless of the location of his/her math class. Information on location and hours of operation is available at http://www.fsw.edu/academicsupport .

o Request a tutor from the Florida SouthWestern State College Tutoring Center All of these services are available to the student at no additional cost.

** TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES: Students who experience technical difficulties must contact the professor immediately. If technical problems continue from students’ personal computers, it is their responsibility to contact technical support and/or use the computers available on Florida SouthWestern State College campuses to complete the assignments. This Syllabus is subject to reasonable changes at the discretion of the professor.