CCBC Essex School of Mathematics and Science

MATH 135 Applied Algebra and Trigonometry Section: EG1

CLASSROOM LOCATION:J202 1:25-2:50pm SEMESTER: Fall 09

Instructor: Pete Surgent OFFICE LOCATION: F-420

instructOR Phone: 443.780.1913 Email: psurgent@ccbcmd.edu

WEBPAGE: faculty.ccbcmd.edu/~psurgen1 Office hours:

MONDAY		3:00-3:30pm	5:00-5:30pm
TUESDAY	11:45-12:45pm
WEDNESDAY	12:25-1:25pm	3:00-3:30pm	5:00-5:30pm
THURSDAY		2:10-3:10pm
FRIDAY	by	appointment

Course Pre-requisites: ENGL 051, RDNG 052, MATH 083

COURSE DESCRIPTION :

This course covers a wide range of real world applications of college-level algebraic and trigonometric topics, such as linear and quadratic equations, right-triangle trigonometry and vectors, and exponents and logarithms, and students will develop problem-solving skills relevant to their disciplines. This course is primarily for students in certain technically oriented disciplines.

REQUIREMENTS

Quizzes 15%

3 Tests 60% (20% Each)

Final 25%

Grading policy

A 90-100%

B 80-89%

C 70-79%

D 60-69%

F Below 60%

Attendance policy FOR THIS COURSE:

You are expected to attend all scheduled classes. Should you miss a class, you are responsible for all work missed.

Materials: A scientific calculator for use in class, on homework, and on tests is required. I recommend the TI-83 or TI-83 Plus. These may be borrowed, for free, from the college. Go to the library to pick one up.

TEXT(S):

Introduction to Technical Mathematics (5^th Edition) Custom CCBC Edition

Washington Triola Reda Pearson Addison Wesley (Required)

Math 135 Application Problems and Solutions Printed 7/2009

(Required and available in Bookstore)

Comments

No makeup tests are given under any circumstances. If you miss a test due to illness or emergency, you must notify me before the scheduled test, and any make-up tests must be taken before the next class after the scheduled tests are given. Proper documentation of your absence is required for you to make up an exam (e.g., doctor’s note, documentation of death in the family). If these conditions are not met, your score on the test will be zero.
TURN OFF CELL PHONES BEFORE THE START OF CLASS. Please.
If class is canceled on a day when a test is scheduled, plan to take the test on the following class day.

CALENDAR

FALL 2009	FULL Term	1^st 7-Week Session	2^nd 7-Week Session
Classes BEGIN	August 31	August 31	October 14
LABOR DAY- College CLOSED	September 7	September 7
Saturday Classes BEGIN	September 12
50% refund ends	September 18	September 4	October 23
Mid-Term grades	October 19	September 18	November 9
Last day to withdraw with “W” or change to audit “AU”	November 6	September 25	November 17
NO CREDIT CLASSES SCHEDULED	November 25		November 26
Thanksgiving Holiday - NO CLASSES	November 26-29		November 26-29
Last day of classes	December 12	October 10	December 5
Final Exams	December 13-19		Last day of class
Final Grades entered by	December 21	October 13	December 15

CLASS FINAL EXAM DATE:

Monday december 14 1:00-3:00pm
Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1. define various algebraic functions (I, 2);

2. express concepts of algebra and trigonometry using appropriate terminology (I, 2);

3. solve linear and quadratic equations in applied settings (I, 2);

4. solve problems involving trigonometry, vectors, exponents, and logarithms (I, 2);

5. express mathematical information in table, graphical, formulaic, and written formats (III,

VI, 2, 3);

6. apply a working knowledge of mathematical applications relevant to such fields of study as

Drafting, Allied Health and to such programs as Radiation Therapy, Ultrasound, and

Med Lab Tech (III, IV, 3, 4, 6);

7. analyze data and determine an appropriate mathematical function that describes the data (II,

VI, 2, 3)

8. apply appropriate mathematical theories, dependent upon the nature of the specific data, to

make informed decisions (I, III, VI, 1);

9. apply appropriate technology to the solution of mathematical problems (IV, 4, 5);

10. identify efficient and inefficient methods for problem solving (VI, 3);

11. utilize the Internet and other resources to research course-related topics (I, IV, VI, 3, 4);

12. construct a solution to real world problems using problem solving methods individually

and in groups (II, III, V, VI, 2, 3, 7);

13. examine the mathematical contributions made by people from diverse cultures throughout

history (V, 5).

14. articulate a solution to mathematical problems (II, 2).

Major Topics

1. Review

A. Arithmetic operations on algebraic expressions

B. Scientific notation

C. Ratio and Proportion

D. Formula evaluation

E. Rewriting application formulas in terms of any variable

F. Evaluating application formulas for a given variable

G. Factoring simple trinomials

H. Laws of Exponents

I. Linear Equations – slope, intercept

2. Basic Algebraic Operations

A. Significant digits

B. Converting measurements from one unit to another

C. Solving word problems using direct and inverse variation

3. Functions and graphs

A. Linear functions, quadratic functions, and tables of data

B. Representations of a function (e.g., table, graph, formula)

4. Solve equations

A. 2x2 systems of linear equations and applications

B. Solving quadratic equations by factoring

C. Other methods for solving quadratic formula

5. Trigonometric functions

A. Six trigonometric functions of any angle given in degrees or radians

B. Solving right triangles and word problem applications thereof

C. Linear velocity, arc length, and sector area application word problems

D. Law of sines and cosines and solving application word problems

E. Vectors (algebraic and geometric) and application word problems

5. Exponential and logarithmic functions

A. Exponential function and exponential word problems (e.g., growth and decay)

B. Logarithmic (common and natural) functions

C. Properties of logarithms and solving word problems

Rationale (Instructor’s statement relating course content to student’s personal and academic growth, etc.)

This course is a required course for students in certain Certificate programs: Radiation Therapy, Radiography (X-Ray Technology), Respiratory Care Therapy, Medical Laboratory Technician, Veterinary Technology and CADD. If you are in another program for which you plan to transfer to a 4-year institution, and will need to

take calculus, then you should NOT register for Math 135. Instead you should register for Math 163 – College

Algebra. If you have questions about the Mathematics course required for your program, please consult

your program coordinator.
Attendance policy

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.

NOTE: The deadline for withdrawing from a course or changing to an audit for the FALL 2009 semester is November 6 for full semester OR September 25 OR November 17 depending on shorter session. Failure to officially withdraw from a class you have stopped attending may result in an "F" grade.

COURSE REPEAT POLICY

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 for a third attempt at the course.

Disabled Students

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:

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	Office of Disability Support Services	A-210	443-840-1741

CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

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:

· Complete all work on exams without assistance.

· Follow the professor’s instructions when completing all class assignments.

· Ask for clarification when instructions are not clear.

· Report to the instructor any unauthorized information related to an exam.

· Provide proper credit when quoting or paraphrasing.

· Submit only one’s own work.

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.

Writing Policy

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.

Inclement Weather/Emergency Closing Policy

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:

WEATHER CLOSINGS

Catonsville, Dundalk, Essex

443-840-1711

TUTORING SERVICES

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:

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	443-840-1820

CIVILITY AND COMMUNITY BUILDING EXPECTATIONS

(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:

• Become an active and engaged learner

• Celebrate the richness of our diversity

• Respect the campus and its code of conduct

• Practice empathy and compassion

• Promote the empowerment of others

MAJOR RELIGIOUS HOLIDAY POLICY

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.)