East Georgia College

The University System of Georgia

 

MATH 1113

Precalculus

 

I.                    Instructor:  Dr. Bob Brown

 

II.          Course:  Math 1113 Precalculus

A course designed to prepare students for calculus, physics, and related technical subjects.  Topics include an intensive study of algebraic and transcendental functions (including the trigonometric functions) accompanied by analytic geometry.

 

III.          Prerequisite:  MATH 1111 or consent of the instructor

 

IV.              Textbook - Precalculus 8/E by Sullivan - Pearson Prentice Hall  2008 packaged with   access key
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V.      Course Objectives:

1.  To teach the fundamental concepts of algebra and trigonometry.[3,4]

2.  To demonstrate how algebraic and trigonometric concepts are applied to a variety of fields including the natural sciences.[3,4]

                        3.  To cultivate an appreciation for the roll of mathematics in our world.

                        4.  To cultivate the habit for rigorous mathematical thought.[3,4]

                        5.  To provide a basis for more advanced study in mathematics.[3,4]

 

VI.              Evaluation:

Students will be evaluated through three hour quizzes and a comprehensive final examination.

 

VII.            Grading:

The average of the three hour quizzes will count 70% of the grade, and the comprehensive final examination will count 30% of the grade. 

Grading formula:  (.7* Quiz average + .3* Exam)

                                    A    90  - 100

                                    B     80 - 89

                                                            C     70 – 79

                                                            D      60 – 69

                                                            F       0 – 59

 

VIII.         Attendance policy:

Each student is expected to attend each class period.  More than three absences may adversely affect your grade.  It is your responsibility to inform you instructor of the reasons for your absence, and your instructor expects you to do so.   The student is responsible for academic consequences of all absences.

 

IX.       Office information

                               Office C201 

                                Phone 489-289-2068 

        Email: bbrown@ega.edu

 

X.                  Make up policy: 

You are expected to be present each day, including days of the announced quizzes.   All make-up work will be at the sole discretion of the instructor.  The instructor reserves the right to determine if a make-up quiz should be given, as well as the time, place, format and material to be covered on the make-up work.

 

XI.       Policy regarding taping of classes:

Students who would like to audio or video tape a class must receive permission of the instructor.  For institutional purposes, all GSAMS classes are subject to being video taped.

 

XII.            Plagiarism

I expect complete integrity from all students on all work submitted for evaluation.  Students guilty of cheating on any graded assignment will receive a grade of 0 for that assignment and may fail the course as a result.

Furthermore, the Vice President for Academic Affairs will maintain a file of all incidents of academic dishonesty, and the incident may be placed in that file.  A more complete statement on academic integrity may be found in the student handbook.

 

XIII.         ADA Statement

If any student in the class has special needs because of learning disabilities or other kinds of disabilities, that student should discuss this problem with the instructor in the privacy of his office.

 

XIV.         Additional course requirements: 

The TI-83 graphing calculator will be used in class and is strongly recommended.

 

XV.           Daily Syllabus:  Attached

 

XVI.         General Learning outcomes: 

 

General Education Learning Outcomes

General education at East Georgia College strengthens the students’ foundation of general knowledge and skills important for success in the 21st Century. It fosters continued acquisition of information, individual patterns of behavior, and intellectual inquiry. General education nurtures thinking critically, engaging in active learning, and understanding the environment in which the students reside. In particular it includes educational and cultural experiences that enrich the students’ lives and provides opportunities for individuals to explore interests and develop aptitudes.

 

General education consists of forty-two semester hours spanning Areas A-E.  Included in these hours are courses in the arts, humanities, mathematics, and natural and social sciences. These courses are designed to achieve twelve learning outcomes that define the intellectual, cultural, and physical experiences that students complete prior to graduation from East Georgia College. The twelve general education learning outcomes are as follows:

1.       Students will read, write, speak, and listen with the competence necessary to succeed in higher education.

2.       Students will participate in activities for cultural enrichment.

3.       Students will demonstrate skill in logic and critical thinking.

4.       Students will demonstrate proficiency at solving problems algebraically, numerically, and graphically.

5.       Students will apply scientific principles to solve a variety of problems.

6.       Students will study various values and cultures to better understand human behavior and diversity.

7.       Students will participate in health education and activity classes and be encouraged to take responsibility for personal health, wellness, and life-long physical activity.

8.       Students will access, manage, and present information available through traditional and electronic media.

9.       Students will demonstrate knowledge of the basic structures and processes of American government.

10.   Students will apply historical perspective.

11.   Students will apply the study and learning strategies necessary to succeed in higher education.

12.   Students will demonstrate an understanding of different themes, subjects, styles, and cultural expressions in art, music, or literature.

 

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