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Term: XXXXXX

Course Number: MAT-772-XX

Course Title: Applied Math

Credit Hours: 3.00

Meeting time/location: XXXXXX

Instructor: XXXXXXXX

Phone: XXXXXXXX

Email: XXXXXXXX

Office Location: XXXXXXXXX

Office Hours: XXXXXXXXX

Course Description

This course covers all fundamental arithmetic concepts and more routine algebraic operations. Arithmetic concepts are fractions, percentages, graphing, decimals, ratios, word problems, metrics, areas, and volumes. Algebraic work includes solving simpler equations, proportions, and formula rearrangement.

Course Requisites

None

Required Textbook/Materials

Embedded Content, no outside textbook is required: Yes

Used for these sections: 01-40, 501-599, 601-699, 801-999

Textbook

Used for these sections: 01-65

Author: Marecek, Anthony-Smith, and Honeycutt Mathis

Title: Prealgebra

Edition: 2nd

Publisher: OpenStax

Year: 2020

ISBN 13: 978-1-951693-19-0

 

Course Objectives

The course will provide information which should enable the student to:

  1. Use basic measuring devices
  2. Express word statements as mathematical expressions
  3. Convert measures within and between English and metric units
  4. Perform arithmetic operations with English and metric units
  5. Use ratios and direct/inverse proportions to solve application problems
  6. Perform signed number operations
  7. Use basic algebraic operations to evaluate algebraic expressions
  8. Use equations to solve application problems
  9. Apply angular measures and identify types of angles
  10. Solve problems such as perimeter, area, volume, radius, and circumference
  11. Interpret data from graphs and express data in graphical form

Content Outline

I. Review of Basic Concepts

  1. Basic Operations with Whole Numbers and Decimals
  2. Exponents, Roots, and Powers of 10 
  3. Order of Operations and Problem Solving

II. Signed Numbers and Powers of 10

  1. Adding Signed Numbers
  2. Subtracting Signed Numbers
  3. Powers of 10

III. Review of Fractions

  1. Multiples and Factors
  2. Equivalent Fractions and Decimals
  3. Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers
  4. Multiplying and Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers
  5. The U.S. Customary System of Measurement

IV. Percent 

  1. Percent and Number Equivalents 
  2. Percentage Problems
  3. Increase and Decrease

V. Statistics

  1. Reading Circle, Bar, and Line Graphs

VI. Ratio and Proportion

  1. Ratio and Proportion
  2. Direct and Joint Variation
  3. Inverse and Combined Variation

VII. Measurement

  1. Introduction to the Metric System
  2. Time, Temperature, and Other Measures
  3. Metric – U.S. Customary Comparisons

VIII. Linear Equations

  1. Variable Notation
  2. Solving Linear Equations
  3. Applying the Distributive Property in Solving Equations

IX. Geometry

  1. Lines and Angles
  2. Polygons
  3. Circles
  4. Volume and Surface Area

Course Competencies

At the conclusion of the course the student will be able to:

  1. Perform arithmetic operations with English and metric units.
  2. Use equations to solve application problems.
  3. Use basic measuring devices.
  4. Use ratios and direct/inverse proportions to solve application problems.
  5. Apply angular measures and identify types of angles.
  6. Express word statements as mathematical expressions.
  7. Perform signed number operations involving addition and subtraction.
  8. Solve problems such as perimeter, area, volume, radius, and circumference.
  9. Convert measures within and between English and metric units.
  10. Use basic algebraic operations to evaluate algebraic expressions.
  11. Interpret data from graphs and express data in graphical form.

Evaluation/Grading Criteria

Common Final: Yes

 

Course Grading Methods (Example and Recommended): 

Instructors: Include your grading methods and identify if the assignments are weighted

Homework – 35%

Tests/Quizzes – 45%

Midterm – 10%

Final – 10%

 

     Grading Scale (Example):

Instructors: Be sure to Enable Grading Scheme in Settings and include your grading scheme here

93 - 100 = A

90 - 92 = A-

87 - 89 = B+

83 - 86 = B

80 - 82 = B-

77 - 79 = C+

73 - 76 = C

70 - 72 = C-

67 - 69 = D+

63 - 66 = D

60 - 62 = D-

59 and below = F

 

Late assignments: 

Instructors set policy

 

Feedback Policy

Instructors set policy

Homework: These will generally be automatically graded and scored.  However, if you have questions about them, feel free to send an email.

 

Exams/Tests: These will generally be automatically graded and scored.  However, if you have questions about them, feel free to send an email.

 

Midterm/Final: These will generally be automatically graded and scored.  However, if you have questions about them, feel free to send an email.

 

Note also that I will provide responses to voicemails I have received generally within 24 hours.  I will likewise respond to emails generally within 24 hours.  Finally, you may arrange for contact via Zoom or by phone through appointments.

 

Assignment & Exam Expectations

Instructors, be sure to tailor the below expectations to fit your course.  Some examples are provided, in yellow, from an actual course.

Homework:

Homework may be completed for each module as many times as students wish.  Homework is completed entirely online.  The objective of homework assignments is to facilitate learning.  Therefore, there is no limit to the number of times that students may repeat homework assignments to achieve better grades or understanding.  However, each attempt at the homework assignment will result in different questions selected from the homework question banks.  Note, however, that I am required to update grades weekly.  Therefore, incomplete homework will be entered as a zero (0), which will be replaced automatically after you complete the homework.

 

Exams/Tests:

Exams/tests are timed at ninety (90) minutes per exam/test for twenty-five (25) questions.  The exams/tests are completed entirely online.  You are expected to complete these exams/tests without the assistance of anyone else.  Getting caught utilizing the aid of another person for answers on an exam constitutes cheating (see ICCOC Student Ethics Statement below).  One (1) exam/test score will be dropped from your final grade.  

 

Midterm and Final:

The midterm and the final are each timed at ninety (90) minutes for twenty-five (25) questions.  The midterm and the final are completed entirely online.  You are expected to complete the midterm and the final without the assistance of anyone else.  Getting caught utilizing the aid of another person for answers on the midterm or final constitutes cheating (see ICCOC Student Ethics Statement below). Neither the midterm nor the final can be dropped from a student's grade.

 

Helpdesk & Technology Requirements

Any additional non-Canvas software or hardware needed for a course should be clearly defined so all students are made aware of what they need to be prepared for the course.

Basic Computer Specifications: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-10721-67952720328

Canvas-Supported Browsers: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-10720-67952720329

Instructions for using Canvas Help:

Click on the Help Button located at the bottom of the Global Navigation Pane to the left.

Use the appropriate links to get information or assistance.

 

Textbook and Course Materials

The textbook is built into the course in Modules and in Course Navigation.

 

ICCOC Student Ethics Statement

Instructors, be sure to be as specific as possible in detailing violations of student ethics and the consequences.  See the yellow highlight below and edit as appropriate for your class.  Be aware, however, that unless clearly defined in terms of both violation and consequence, consequences for violations may be difficult to enforce.

It is critical that you read and adhere to the ICCOC Student Ethics Statement found in the course. As a student, you are agreeing to abide by this policy and will be subject to disciplinary action, if breached. For this course, violations consist of cheating on tests with the assistance of another person or an online service in submitting answers for tests. Online services that exclusively make calculations, however, do not apply to this violation.  Use of online services that deliver custom answers to specific questions beyond only mathematical calculations does constitute a violation. Another form of cheating is completion of any of the coursework by another person in the place of the student. Only students registered for the course should be completing the coursework, and any person other than those registered who completes coursework for any student constitutes a violation.  The first case of either of these kinds of violations will result in a zero (0) for the assignment.  A second violation will result in failing the course with a grade of an "F" along with referral of the incident to the appropriate ICCOC individuals and/or committees as well as the appropriate individuals and/or committees at the student's institution.

 

Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

In post-secondary school settings, academic accommodations are not automatic. To receive accommodations, students must make a formal request to their college and must supply documentation from a qualified professional to support that request. Students, who believe they qualify for academic accommodations, must contact the Disabilities Services Coordinator at their home college. All discussions remain confidential. For more information and contact information at your college, visit

http://www.iowacconline.org/academic-accommodations.

 

Equal Education Opportunities

The partner colleges of the ICCOC abide by the laws set forth in the Title IX Education Amendments including the Equal Education Opportunities Act, Clery Act and Violence Against Women Act. For specific information at your college, including contact information, please visit your college’s website or go to http://www.iowacconline.org/equal-education-opportunities to find a link to your college’s information.

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