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Text:
Bittinger, Beecher, Ellenbogen and Peena, Algebra and Trigonometry - second edition.
We will cover chapters 5-7.
Tutoring:
Drop in tutoring is available in Nightingale at times to be announced.
(Probably M-Th 9AM-9PM and F 9AM-5PM).
Private tutoring can be arranged by visiting the START center.
I will assign homework on a daily basis.
This homework is to be turned in, some of which will be graded.
For most homework problems (and tests and quizzes),
a complete solution consists of not only the answer but all the work required to get the answer.
This is considered a bare minimum of homework to complete.
You should also do more of the problems in the book on your own.
Late homework will not be accepted.
I will drop 3 homework scores when computing grades.
Work expected:
This is a difficult class.
You are expected to keep up with the material by reading the book and doing homework.
Tests and Grades:
There will be several in class exams and many quizzes.
The quizzes should be very similar to the homework and lecture.
These will be "pop" quizzes.
I will drop 2 quizzes.
The tests are scheduled as below.
10%
Homework
10%
Quizzes
50%
Test 1
March 4
Test 2
April 1
Test 3
April 29
30%
Final
Section 1: Friday May 10, 12-2PM
Section 2: Wednesday May 8, 4-6PM
Grades will be assigned approximately on the scale
84-87 B+
72-75 C+
60-63D+
92-100 A
80-83 B
68-71 C
55-60 D
0-54 E
88-81 A-
76-79 B-
64-67 C-
I may slightly adjust this scale at the end of the semester (in your favor only).
Calculators and computers can be quite helpful when doing homework.
I use a HP calculator, but the TI is a great calculator as well.
We will use calculators in class and they will be allowed on the quizzes and tests.
ADA Statement:
Westminster College seeks to provide equal access to the college's programs, services and activities
to people with disabilities as defined by the ADA and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
If you have a disability for which you will need accommodations in this class,
you will need to provide documentation of your disability to Susan Heath in the START center
in Carleson Hall.
Information is kept strictly confidential,
but all your instructors will be informed that certain accommodations should be made for you.
Pet Peeves:
Try not to miss an exam.
If you have to miss an exam, make sure you talk to me about it well in advance (1 week).
Do not use a pen on an exam, especially a red one.
Do not think you can get an A or B without doing the work and studying hard every week.