Syllabus College
Math MATH 1410
Instructor: Dr. Linda Horner Phone: 931-540-2708
Office: WARF 229 Email: lhorner1@columbiastate.edu
Weather Line: 931-540-2515
Office Hours: MW
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Course Number: MATH 1410E
Time: MW at
Location: Warf 104
Textbook: Mathematical Ideas, 10th Edition by Miller, Heeren, & Hornsby
Course Description
College Math is a study of the concepts and methods of arithmetic, set theory, number theory, numeration systems, and logic. This course is primarily designed for elementary education majors. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of DSPM 0850 or placement with 2 years of high school algebra and 19 ACT)
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of
this course the student should be able to:
10. identify arithmetic and geometric sequences
Teaching Methods
The class will be delivered
as a conversational lecture. The instructor will present material and then work
example problems. The students may interact with the instructor by raising their
hands and being recognized. Questions over the homework assignment will be
taken during the first part of class. This will be a participatory class. When
the class is given a problem or exercise to work in class, all students are
expected to work on it. Students who do not participate in class activities
will be marked absent.
Calculator
A scientific calculator and
its manual of operation are required.
Attendance Policy
Student attendance at all
class meetings is expected and essential in order to learn all the objectives.
Roll will be taken each day. If it is absolutely necessary to miss class, then
it is the student’s responsibility to read the sections covered in the book and
work the homework problems. You will be allowed 4 absences maximum without
being penalized. A grade of “F” will be assigned for the course upon the fifth
absence. Each tardy and early departure will be one-half an absence and count
in the total number of absences allowed. Any student who sleeps in class will
be marked absent. Also, students who do not participate in in-class activities
will be
marked absent.
Homework Assignments
Homework assignments will be
kept in a notebook that can be turned in. These notebooks will be turned in on
the day of each test. I will look over them during the test and assign points
based on what you have completed. Notebooks may be picked up following the
test.
Lab Assignments
There will be five Lab
assignments. Students must follow the directions as stated for each one. They
will be distributed to the class on a Tuesday and will be due on the following
Tuesday (None will be accepted after class on that following Tuesday). The
topics will support the content of the material that is being studied.
Grading Policy
There will be six tests (100
points each), given during the term, and one comprehensive final exam (100
points). Homework will count 50 points and lab assignments will count 50
points. These two will total 100 points, thus counting the same as a test.
There will be a total of 800 points possible.
A 720-800;
B 640-719; C
560-639; D 480-559;
F Below 480
Make-up Tests
There will be no make-up
tests. If the student misses one test, then the Final Exam Grade will count
twice. If a student misses a second test, the grade will be a zero, and so on
for any more absences. This will not apply to an “institutional” absence, death
in the immediate family, extended illness or hospitalization, and governmental
related duties. Make arrangements with the instructor prior to the absence when
possible and be prepared to provide documentation as requested. If a student
makes arraignments to make up a test and does not show up or call to change the
time of make up, then the student will forfeit the opportunity to make up the
test.
If a student does not miss a
test, then the lowest test grade will be dropped, if it is lower than the Final
Exam Grade, and the final Exam Grade will count twice. If the lowest test grade
is higher than the Final Exam Grade, then that grade will not be dropped and
the Final Exam Grade will not be counted twice.
Expectations
1.
Attendance at all
classes. Be on time, do not leave the class, or depart early.
2.
No food or drink
in the classroom.
3.
Read sections to
be covered prior to the class and prepare the homework.
4.
Participate in
discussions.
5.
Seek help from
the learning resource center and the instructor.
6. Keep all your returned tests and homework to prepare
for the Final Exam
Academic Misconduct
Please read the definition of
Academic Dishonesty on page 92 of the Catalog/Student Handbook. The instructor
has the authority to assign a zero for an assignment or examination or to
assign an “F” in the course, if there is academic misconduct.
Reporting of Grades
Grades are not mailed to
students. You must access grades through TRACS or Web for Students five working
days after grades are required in admissions. If you need an Official Copy of
your grades, you must request it in writing from the Office of Admissions and
Records. Call the Transcript Information Line at 931-540-2550 for detailed
instructions. You may print an unofficial copy of your grades from the Web.
ADA Compliance
In compliance with the
American with Disabilities Act, students are encouraged to register with the
office of Counseling/Disability Services for possible assistance with
accommodations. It is the student’s responsibility to voluntarily and
confidentially provide appropriate documentation regarding the nature and
extent of a disability. Students requesting special accommodation are
encouraged to contact the office of Counseling/Disability Services at the
beginning of the term.
Emergency
Please follow the
instructor’s instructions in the event of an emergency.