Mondays, 8:00am - 8:50am, D101
	Mondays, 9:00am - 9:50am, N103
	Wednesdays, 8:00am - 9:50am, D101

Without the following skills, competencies and/or knowledge, any student entering this course will be highly likely to succeed: Essential vocabulary and knowledge of properties related to Factors and terms Expressions and equations Real Numbers Computing and simplifying using the basic operations on Real numbers Polynomials Algebraic expressions involving integer exponents and/or square roots Factoring Prime factorization Using the greatest common factor A difference of squares binomial Reasonable trinomials where the leading coefficient is not one Solving Linear equations with one or two variables Systems of linear equations in two variables Solving word problems and applications Translation of verbal expressions into algebraic expressions Word problems involving linear equations Graphing and interpreting graphical data related to  Points Lines Slope-Intercept Form of the equation of a line

Upon successful completion of MATH 103, the student will be able to: Analyze linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions from a graphic, numeric, and analytic perspective. Solve linear systems of equations and inequalities. Use graphic, numeric, and analytic methods to solve real-world problems applicable to vocational and professional fields. Apply principles of rational exponents. Apply critical thinking and mathematical reasoning skills necessary in algebraic problem solving and related disciplines. Observe, interpret, and analyze the behavior of graphs and statistical plots. Articulate and analyze the connection between numerical, graphical, and verbal approaches to solving problems. Recognize trends in tables of data. Analyze functional relationships. Extract and interpret information from the graph of a function. Recognize and graph elementary conics in standard positions. Use a graphing utility to solve problems graphically. Select and apply the appropriate computer program to model, analyze, interpret, and solve real-world application problems.

Materials:

Pencil (Pen is unacceptable for ANY assignment that is to be turned in!) Notebook paper (Spiral paper is unacceptable for ANY assignment that is to be turned in!) Graph Paper (also available free at www.gateways2learning.com) Ruler or some straight edge for graphing Graphing Calculator (recommend: TI-83 plus)

Attendance:

You will not be successful if you miss class.  Attendance is required.  I expect you to attend every class and to remain for the entire time.  I will take roll each day.  If your attendance appears irresponsible, you may be dropped.  A combination of three tardies and/or early dismissals will count as one absence. Students may be dropped if they accumulate more than 5 unexcused absences.  You are responsible for the material covered in class even if you are absent.  Make arrangements with a fellow student to get notes and/or corrections to the homework schedule.  You CAN NOT make up missed quizzes/tests and NO late papers are accepted. So don't ask! (The only exceptions are if you have made prior arrangements, at least 2 weeks in advance. No other excuses are acceptable!)

Homework:

You are expected to spend a minimum of 2 hours outside of class in practice and preparation for each hour of class.  (This course requires 5 - 10 hours of homework per week.)  Read each chapter.  Work the examples and check answers before trying exercises.  Work all problems as assigned.  You must practice these  exercises to improve your speed and accuracy.   You are responsible for any changes to the homework schedule that are announced in class. The homework papers will NOT be collected every week.  When they are collected, several problems will be picked out and graded for correctness and the rest will be graded on completeness. SHOW ALL WORK! Listing just answers will NOT be acceptable.  On occasion I will give homework quizzes.  The homework quizzes will be closed book.  You will only be allowed to use your completed homework assignment.  You will be expected to write down the problem, show your work and the answer on the quiz. (No work = No credit.  Even I know that the back of the book has the answers.  What I want to know is whether you know how to get that answer!) I will determine whether work qualifies under the following requirements.  Papers not conforming will NOT be corrected or given credit.  You must turn your homework in on time (see the Tentative Schedule).  Late Work will NOT be accepted.  If it is necessary to be absent, complete and hand in the assignment ahead of time, get it in my box in the admin building THAT day, or send it in with a fellow student. Papers must be reasonably neat and easy to read. Complete assignments in PENCIL only.  Use a pen = get a ZERO. Use Notebook (Filler) paper (do NOT use spiral notebook paper). ALL work must be shown for credit, not just the answers. Points will be deducted if work is not shown. Write problem solutions vertically and leave space between each problem. Box or highlight your final answer. Put your name, date, and class and section number in the upper right corner of the page Put the title of the assignment on the first line of each page.  No title = No Grade!

Quizzes, Tests and Final Exam:

There will be several quizzes throughout the semester.  Each quiz will last a maximum of 30 minutes and will be worth 10 to 50 points. There will be several tests throughout the semester.  Each test will be worth 100 points. The final exam will be worth 200 points. You may NOT share calculators during any quiz, test, or exam! There is to be absolutely NO talking during any quiz, test, or exam.  If you have a question, raise your hand, REMAIN SEATED, and I will come to you to answer it.  ANY talking during a quiz, test, or exam will result in a ZERO for both parties, regardless of what was being discussed! You have permission to look only 3 places during a quiz or an exam -- at your paper, at the front board, and at me.  If you have wondering eyes, you will be asked to leave and you will receive a zero for that quiz/test.

Behavior:

Unacceptable behavior in class that inhibits others from learning will result, after one warning, in your being removed from the class.  Unacceptable behavior includes, but is not limited to, the following:  tardiness, leaving early,  profanity, private conversations, uncooperativeness, reading (other than class materials), using radios or cell phones.   Cheating on a quiz or hour exam will result in a zero score, which can not be dropped.  Cheating on the final exam will result in your receiving F/NO CREDIT for the course grade.

Computer Lab Work:

Our class will meet in the computer lab once a week for one hour.   You are required to attend ALL lab classes!  Failure to do so will result in your loosing points. You will be assigned work to complete in the lab and it will be do the following lab period. Each assignment is worth 10 points. NO late work will be accepted!

Resources:

A textbook and solution guide has been placed on reserve for your use in the LRC.  The student solution guide can be purchased but is not required for this class.  Some students find it very helpful. A video series that goes along with the book has been placed in the LRC.  This is a great resource if you miss a lecture or need a topic explained again in a different method. Free walk-in math tutoring is available in the N-building.  I also recommend that you consider forming study groups with other students in the class.

Grades will be determined on the average of:               ea = each Quizzes (10 to 50 points ea) Homework and Homework Quizzes (10 points ea) Class Participation Tests (100 points ea) Final Exam (200 points) Grade = total points earned / total points possible

Grading Scale: (percentage) 90 - 100 . . . . . . . . .  A 80 - 89 . . . . . . . . . .  B 75 - 79 . . . . . . . . . .  C 70 - 74 . . . . . . . . . .  D 69  & below . . . . . . . F

	February  8, 2003  Last day to Add  February  8, 2003  Last day to Drop without a "W" February  8, 2003  Last day for a Refund
	April 25 and 26, 2003  Last day to Drop