Fall 2018 Course Syllabi

Lecture: MTWF 10:00, NSC 103 Textbook/Calculator: College Algebra 5e by James Stewart, Lothar Redlin, Saleem Watson, Brooks/Cole, 2009. TI-83 or TI-84 Series Course Requirements: The sequential nature of mathematics deems it necessary for students to attend class on a regular basis, therefore one of the course requirements is regular attendance. Grades will be based on exams using the following scale. Exams cannot be made up without special permission from the professor. FINAL EXAM WILL BE GIVEN DURING THE SCHEDULED TIME. A = 90-100% B = 80-89% C = 70-79% D = 60-69% F = 59-0% General Education Goals/Objectives: Goal 2: Demonstrates knowledge and application of technology Objective 2: Uses electronic resources for course related assignments and information Skill 1: Selects appropriate program on the graphing calculator to solve problems Goal 3: Demonstrates the ability to convert, calculate, and analyze a variety of mathematical problems Objective 1: Utilizes mathematical equations to solve problems Skill1: Solves equations and problems using the appropriate method Objective 2: Applies practical application of mathematics to everyday life Skill3: Solves word problems Relationship to Campus Theme: Mathematics 103 emphasizes technology through the use of graphic calculators and nature through wildlife population modeling. Classroom Policies: