Course Syllabus

Fall 2024 | MAT-1230-VT01 - College Algebra

In Person Class

Standard courses meet in person at CCV centers, typically once each week for the duration of the semester.

Faculty

Timothy Kane
View Faculty Credentials

Hiring Coordinator for this course: Deb Grant

General Education Requirements

VSCS Mathematics

Note

Many degree programs have specific general education recommendations. In order to avoid taking unnecessary classes, please consult with additional resources like your program evaluation, your academic program catalog year page, and your academic advisor.

Courses may only be used to meet one General Education Requirement.

Course Description

This course prepares students for precalculus by reviewing the fundamental concepts of algebra. Topics include equations and inequalities, exponents, radicals, functions, systems of equations, polynomials, and applications. Students must take a math assessment for placement purposes prior to registration. Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra or equivalent skills.

Essential Objectives

1. Solve linear equations and inequalities.
2. Graph linear equations in the Cartesian Coordinate system using slope and intercepts and, given information about a line, find its equation.
3. Simplify radicals and solve radical equations.
4. Solve quadratic, rational equations, and systems of equations.
5. Define, identify, and graph functions.
6. Define properties of logarithmic and exponential functions, discuss their applications, and demonstrate their basic operations.
7. Apply algebraic concepts to problem-solving and the solution of word problems.
8. Demonstrate proficiency in understanding, interpreting, evaluating, and applying quantitative data and information to real-world situations.
9. Apply mathematical reasoning to analyze social justice problems in a variety of different contexts and consider whether these approaches are just and equitable.

Required Technology

More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV IT Support page. https://support.ccv.edu/general/computer-recommendations/

Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement (pg. 45) to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses.

Required Textbooks and Resources

*** This is a no cost textbook or resource class. ***

This course only uses free Open Educational Resources (OER) and/or library materials. For details, see the Canvas Site for this class.

Methods

College Algebra is an in-person class that meets on Tuesdays at the Brattleboro CCV site from 12:15 - 3:00 PM beginning on September 3rd and ending on December 10th, 2024. The following methods will be used to improve student mathematical fluency and confidence with the aim of preparing each student with quantitative reasoning by the end of the semester.

• Weekly discussions requiring engagement and active participation in class an online

• Weekly homework assignments may include readings, responses, activities, and/or problem sets from online texts or other sources, includingBeginning and Intermediate Algebra byTyler Wallace (resources.saylor.org/wwwresources/archived/site/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/SAYLOR-MA001-TEXT.pdf)

•Summative Quizzes for topics covered

•Projects based on context and application of skills developed in class

Evaluation Criteria

Your work will be evaluated on the accuracy and presentation of your answers as well as the quality and frequency of your contributions during weekly classes.

Discussions 20%

Assignments 30%

Projects 30%

Assessments 20%

Grading Criteria

CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:

	High	Low
A+	100	98
A	Less than 98	93
A-	Less than 93	90
B+	Less than 90	88
B	Less than 88	83
B-	Less than 83	80
C+	Less than 80	78
C	Less than 78	73
C-	Less than 73	70
D+	Less than 70	68
D	Less than 68	63
D-	Less than 63	60
F	Less than 60
P	100	60
NP	Less than 60	0

Weekly Schedule

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade.

• In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade.
• Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance.
• Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade.

Participation Expectations

Expect to spend seven or more hours each week on independent work for this class, not including class time. Manage your time efficiently to allow for practice and comprehension of material covered as well as completion of assignments and projects by their due dates. Assignments including readings, responses, activities, problem sets, research and data collection (2 hours) Projects with attention to format, clarity, communication, and context (2hours) Practice Problems not collected but covered during class (2hours) Discussion prompt responses and replies (1hour)

Missing & Late Work Policy

Mathematics is axiomatic, building new concepts on those previously established and accepted. Therefore keeping pace with the class is crucial twofold: to digest material in preparation for the next concepts and to not compound previous work with current.

However, situations inevitably arise throughout a semester so be proactive and communicate early about any obstacles or extenuating circumstances inhibiting your progress in class.

Students are expected to come to class prepared with work to be turned in completed prior to class on the due date. Assignments are due two classes from the assigned date at the beginning of class. Work submitted after the two weeks will receive a maximum of 60% of the grade.

Students are expected to actively engage with classmates in discussions in the classroom and online including contributions, replies, and questions. Discussion responses are due by Friday night at 11:59 PM of the week assigned. Replies to peer responses are due prior to Monday night at 11:59 PM.

Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities:

1. Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/discover-resources/students-with-disabilities/
2. Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan.
3. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process.

Academic Integrity