CCBC Essex School of Mathematics and Science

MATH 165 Precalculus Section: ER1

CLASSROOM LOCATION: J233 5:45-7:35pm 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: (Reading 052 or LVR2) and (Engl 052 or LVE2) or (ESOL 052 or LVE2) and Math 163.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Prepares students for calculus; covers exponential and logarithmic functions with graphing, equations, applications, and modeling; conic sections and parametric equations; trigonometric functions; vectors; partial fractions; polar coordinates and graphing; mathematical induction; sequences and series.

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 graphing calculator is required. I recommend the TI-83 or TI-84. These may be borrowed, for free, from the college. Go to the library to pick one up.

TEXT(S):

Algebra and Trigonometry Enhanced with Graphing Utilities Edition 5 Sullivan Pearson/Prentice Hall

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.
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
Classes BEGIN	August 31
LABOR DAY- College CLOSED	September 7
Saturday Classes BEGIN	September 12
50% refund ends	September 18
Mid-Term grades	October 19
Last day to withdraw with “W” or change to audit “AU”	November 6
NO CREDIT CLASSES SCHEDULED	November 25
Thanksgiving Holiday - NO CLASSES	November 26-29
Last day of classes	December 12
Final Exams	December 13-19
Final Grades entered by	December 21

CLASS FINAL EXAM DATE:

Monday December 14 5:30-7:30pm

Course Objectives

Upon successfully completing the course students will be able to:

1. Determine the inverse of a given function;(I, IV, 3,4,7)

2. Evaluate logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions; (I, 2,3)

3. Analyze and interpret graphs of logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions; (I,2,3,4,5)

4. Solve exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric equations; (I, IV, 1,3,4,5,7)

5. Solve application problems using exponential, logarithmic, or trigonometric functions; (I, II, III, IV,

1,2,3,4,5,6,7)

6. Recognize and simplify the equations of the conic sections and then graph any of the conic sections; (I, IV,

1,2,3,4,6,7)

7. Find the partial decomposition of a rational function; (I, II, II, 1,2,)

8. Simplify trigonometric expressions and verify trigonometric identities using trigonometric

identities; (I, II, III, 2)

9. Solve oblique triangles; (I, III, 1,2)

10. Perform vector operations; (I, II, III, IV, 1,3,4,6,7)

11. Understand and apply the algebra of complex numbers in vector or polar form and work with

complex numbers in conjunction with polynomials and vectors; (I, II, III, IV, 1,2,4,5,6)

12. Solve application questions using analytical, numerical, or graphical approaches as appropriate;(I,

III, IV, VI, 1,2,4,6,7)

13. Identify the appropriate analytical model to solve application problems (models include polynomial

functions, rational functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions

and vectors); (I, III, IV, VI, 1,2,4,6,7)

14. Model numerical data and use the model to further analyze data and predict values. Models include

polynomials, logarithmic functions, exponential functions, and power functions; (I, III, IV, VI,

1,2,4,6,7)

15. Identify and work with arithmetic and geometric sequences and series; (I, III, IV, 1,3,4)

16. Prove a statement using mathematical induction; (I, II, IV, 2,3)

17. Examine the mathematical contributions made by people from diverse cultures throughout history;

(V, 5)

18. Articulate a solution to mathematical problems and (II, 2)

19. Apply appropriate technology to the solution of mathematical problems. (IV,4,5,)

Major Topics

I. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

a. Definition and graph of exponential and logarithmic functions

b. Properties of logarithms and solutions of exponential and logarithmic equations

c. Exponential equations and logarithmic equations

d. Applications of exponential and logarithmic functions

e. Modeling with exponential or logarithmic functions

II. Analytic Geometry

f. Circles and Parabolas

g. Ellipses and Hyperbolas

h. Identifying Conic Sections; eccentricity

i. Parametric equations

III. Partial Fractions

j. Distinct and repeated linear factors

k. Distinct and repeated quadratic factors

IV. Trigonometric Functions

l. Angles and triangles

m. Right triangle definition

n. Special angles

o. Co function identities

p. Fundamental identities

q. Trigonometric functions of general angles

r. Evaluating trigonometric functions and inverse functions

s. Applications of right triangles

t. The unit circle and radian measure

u. Trigonometric functions of arc lengths

v. Graphs of Sine and Cosine functions

w. Graphs of Tangent, Cotangent, Secant, Cosecant functions

x. Harmonic motion

V. Analytical Trigonometry

y. Trigonometric identities

z. Sum and difference identities

aa. Further identities

bb. Inverse circular functions

cc. Trigonometric equations and inequalities

VI. Vectors

dd. Law of Sines

ee. Law of Cosines

ff. Vectors and their applications

gg. Trigonometric form of complex numbers

hh. Power and roots of complex numbers

ii. Polar equations and graphs

jj. Parametric equations with trigonometric functions

VII. Sequences and Series

kk. Definition and notation

ll. Arithmetic sequences and series

mm. Geometric sequences and series

nn. Mathematical induction

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

Success in higher-level mathematics and science courses begins with a solid understanding of functions in algebra and trigonometry. This course is designed to prepare students for calculus, a gateway course to careers in science, mathematics, accounting, business, and engineering.

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.)