User Name and Password:  

You must use a user name and password after the first week of class. Without these words you will not be able to access the course materials. The format of your username and password are clearly posted on the main page of your course. If you still need assistance with your username and password please go to this page and read the instructions: http://www.bcconline.com/orient/password.htm, to receive further assistance.

In the box below please type: I have read the instructions on how to create my proper username and password, and will use them to access the course material for Math 55 after the first week.

Contact the Instructor

Instructor: Carl Yuan

E-mail: cyuan@bcconline.com

Office Phone: (213)974-4297 (long distance charges may apply)

Office Hours: Mon - Thur 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Instant Message (IM): wildwestmath (AOL/AIM or Yahoo)

E-mails and voice mails will be replied within two business days.

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Required Material

"Intermediate Algebra" by Marvin Bittinger; 11^th Edition

Addison Wesley

ISBN#: 0-321-61336-8

Optional Material

Note: Coursecompass/MyMathLab Online Access Kit is included with NEW textbook purchases. If you are not buying a new book, you may purchase the Online Access Kit separately from coursecompass.com. The Online Access Kit is OPTIONAL.

In the box below please type: I will have the required textbook for this course by the first week of class. It is my full responsibility to set up my computer or use the campus computer lab to access the online course material.

Email Updates

One of the primary methods of contact in an online course is email. Your college is capable of extracting student names and email addresses from our registration system. The purpose of extracting this information is two fold. The information will be used by the instructor to remain in contact with the class in order to provide information necessary for the students' academic success. The information will also be used to send emails to the students from the college administration. The emails sent by the college administration will consist of links to course surveys which will be used to improve our online courses, important announcements for students, and links to college surveys, which will be used to satisfy requirements placed on the college by the California Community College Chancellor's Office. The college will not use this information to advertise any products and will not share student email addresses with any other organization.

In the box below type the following information:

As a student I understand it is my responsibility to ensure my email address is up to date in the registration system, and that failure to do so can seriously impact my ability to successfully complete my courses. Further, I consent to receive email communication from my instructor and from the college administration. This consent will remain in force until it is revoked in writing or I am no longer taking classes with the college. Upon submitting the syllabus, I agree to enter the registration system, check my email address and change it if necessary. I understand a tutorial is available to assist me with this procedure. I also understand I can contact 760-252-2411 x7236 to receive additional assistance if I encounter any difficulties when attempting to change my email address.

Catalog Description

Introduction to functions and linear functions; Systems of linear equations in two and three variables; Inequalities including compound and absolute value inequalities; Polynomial functions and factoring; Rational expressions, functions, and equations including division; Radicals, radical functions, and integral and rational exponents including complex numbers; Quadratic equations and functions including graphing.

1. Problem Solving: The student will demonstrate the ability to solve level appropriate problems that may include; operations on signed numbers, several step equations and inequalities in one and two variables, operations on polynomials and rational expressions including solving, rational exponents, and intermediate application problems including the above.

2. Representations/Connections: The student will demonstrate the ability to analyze multiple representations of level appropriate problems and the connections between those representations that may include; linear equations and inequalities, linear, quadratic, and rational functions, and their associated tables and graphs.

3. Technology: The student will demonstrate the ability to apply level appropriate technology to solve, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate mathematical problems and concepts that may include; four function calculator, scientific calculator, graphing calculator, other.

Assessment method(s): May include: Pretest, homework, quizzes, tests, final exam, other

In the box below please type the course objective(s) and SLO that interest you the most from the list above, as well as why you are taking this course.

Critical Thinking

Learning abstract mathematical concepts. Utilizing and applying mathematical concepts and processes to solve everyday problems.

Instruction

As outlined in the syllabus and each lesson plan:

Grading

Discussion (25%) - Posted weekly. Participation by due date for credit.

Quizzes (25%) - Nine weekly quizzes. No make up. One attempt only.

Final (50%) - Proctored.

Approximate Scale: A (over 90%); B (80-89%); C (70-79%); D (60-69%); F (under 60%)

Notes:

1. Grading scale may be adjusted according to overall class performance, difficulty of the exams, and individual student improvement.

2. It is the student's sole responsibility to follow all published enrollment deadlines to avoid a failing grade.

In the box below please type: I agree to the method of instruction and the grading criteria. I will abide by the due dates and deadlines of all assignments, discussions, quizzes and final exams. I understand that any missed deadlines would result in a zero score and any special circumstances require arrangements in advance. In case of any unforeseen medical emergency, I would submit supporting medical documentation.

Lessons

(The instructor reserves the right to amendment - see disclaimer below)

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Lesson 2:

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Lesson 9:

I understand and agree to abide by the course schedule listed above.

Syllabus Disclaimer

This Syllabus is not a contract. It serves as a guide to course procedures on attendance, requirements, grading and objectives. The instructor reserves all rights to amend the Syllabus and students will be duly notified.

Cheating

Cheating will not be tolerated in this class. All graded work - quizzes, final, and discussion -must be performed by the student under the terms given. Any academic dishonesty will result in a course grade of F.

In the box below please type: I agree to the lesson plan, I acknowledge and agree to the Syllabus Disclaimer, and I understand and agree that all graded work submitted will be my own work and I will receive a grade of F for any academic dishonesty.

Proctor Statement:

If you cannot take the Final Exam (9th week) at the Barstow Campus, you will have to find an Approved Proctor, for example, a military educational officer, a clergy member, a librarian or an educational official and an approved site, such as a military educational center, a church, a library or a school, to take the exam. It is your responsibility to find a Proctor and to have the Proctor approved by the instructor. Proctor(s) must be approved by the end of week three or Final Exam(s) will have to be taken at the Barstow Campus.

Therefore, if you are interested in taking the Midterm and/or the Final in a place other than the Barstow Campus, you will need to fill out the proctor form by clicking on "Proctor Form" link on the course website home page.

Students are responsible for any expenses incurred from using an Approved Proctor.

In the box below please type: I agree to the Proctor Statement and will find an Approved Proctor by the end of week three, if I cannot take the Exams at Barstow College.