Intermediate Algebra

Course Details

Course Number: 1003  Section Number: 401

Summer II 2012

Location: Bolin Hall

Classroom Number: 213

Days & Times:

10:10 am - 12:10pm MTWR

(except 1st week which meets MTRF)

Course Attachments

Schedule  1003 SumII 2012 schedule-20120703-160138.pdf

Policies  1003 SumII 2012 policies-20120703-160153.pdf

Textbooks

MyMathLab for online homework (e-text included)Beginning & Intermediate Algebra by Lial (5th ed)
MSU Faculty Member
Marina Lynn Jones   
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Course Objectives

The goal of this course is to teach students topics in Intermediate Algebra which will prepare them for a college-level mathematics course.


Course Expectations

Students are expected to attend every class day, to keep up with the daily homework assignments, to come to class prepared to be an active participant in classroom work, and to take the iniative to seek help when needed.


Grading Standards

A total of 650 points may be earned from a combination of 4 unit tests, daily homework grade, and a comprehensive final exam.

Minimum points needed for each grade:   A - 90% or 585 points, B - 80% or 520 points, C - 70% or 455 points, D - 60% or 390 points, F - below 390 points. 


Final Exam8/2/2012  10:10 am - 12:10 pm

Submission Format Policy

All daily homework is completed and submitted online through the MyMathLab program - please see instructor for more details.

All tests are completed during class.



Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance is an essential component of this course and will be checked in every class.

If you are absent from more than 3 classes on or before July 18 (last university-wide drop day), you will receive an "F" in this class.


Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.