MAT 1033 - 536441 Course
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Course Name: INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA
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Term/Session: SPRING 2016 SESSION 3
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Course Number: MAT 1033
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Reference Number: 536441
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Faculty Contact Information
Instructor Name:
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MESGANA HAWANDO
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Office Phone:
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954-201-7900
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Campus Phone:
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954-201-7900
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Fax:
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954-201-7937
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Email:
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mhawando@broward.edu
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Course Description
A continuation of algebra containing
topics such as factoring, operations with rational expressions, exponents,
radicals, and roots, complex numbers; linear and quadratic equations, and
linear inequalities; graphs; systems of equations; systems of linear
inequalities; and functions, all with applications throughout the course.
A student must achieve at least a C in order to enroll in the next level
Math course. Click course outlines
for more details.
Only motivated students who commit
to completing assignments by the due dates should take this course. Since
the coursework is available to students twenty-four hours a day, seven days a
week, all assignments are expected to be completed on time.
If a student's personal computer
becomes inoperable, the student is still responsible for completing assignments
on time and must use an alternate computer. The student may use any of
the designated computers on the second
floor in the library at Central Campus, or in the Math
Lab in Building 52 - Room 203 and in the LRC, Building 62 in the
Library on North Campus. The good news is that you can do your ALEKS
work on any computer with Internet access.
The coursework will be presented online through an educational program entitled ALEKS. This program can be used on any computer with Internet access. The course code will be supplied during the orientation.
Course Prerequisites
This
course has no prerequisites.
Orientation to Online Learning
To be successful in an online course, you should
assess your readiness to successfully engage in an online learning class at
Broward College. You can complete the Orientation to Online Learning to determine if an online class
is a right fit for you and to learn how to navigate the system. Upon completion of the orientation, you will
earn a certificate. Some professors
require you to submit this certificate during orientation, so make sure to save
it in an easily accessible folder on your computer.
Course Attendance and Participation Policy
During the first week of class, you
must complete the Syllabus Quiz from the course orientation, or you will be
withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will not satisfy your
attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course, students who are
reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are still
responsible for paying for the course. If you do not complete the
requirements of the first week of class, you should drop the course by the
official drop/add deadline or expect to pay for the course.
It is very important for you to
actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating after the
withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should
remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating
circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is
critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other
class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to
satisfy this reporting requirement. See
the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page.
Required Course Materials
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Required Text: NONE (A copy of the e-book comes
with the course in ALEKS. You can access the e-book anytime you are
logged into your ALEKS account.)
Optional Text: (Only
purchase if you are the type of student that needs to have a physical
textbook.)
Title: Intermediate Algebra
Author(s): Miller, O'Neill, & Hyde Publisher, Edition: McGraw Hill, 4th edition ISBN #: 978-0073384498 Books for online courses are available at the Central Campus bookstore A. Hugh Adams Central Campus Bookstore Admissions & Student Service Center - Bldg. 19 Tel: (954) 201-6830 Fax: (954) 201-6895
In addition, this course utilizes
the following required software or hardware tools:
1. ALEKS 360 - 18 week code for Intermediate
Algebra ISBN # 978-1259219712
2. Headset or speakers |
Methods of Instruction
This is a 3-credit hour fully online
course with/without proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in
structured out-of-class and online activities. The online activities may
include, but are not limited to, readings, discussions, essays, case studies,
research, and/or online quizzes and tests. See the course schedule for a
detailed description of activities. Students are responsible for regularly
reviewing the course schedule and completing all required assignments.
General Policies and Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar
with all BC Online policies and procedures related to your activity in this
course.
Broward
College Policies
- Review the Broward College Policies on topics including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical event procedures.
BC
Online Policies
- Review the General Course Policies for topics including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other information.
Proctored Exam Policy
- This course may have proctored exams that must be taken at a campus e-Testing Center or at an alternate pre-approved testing location. For detailed instructions please visit our Proctored Exam Policy page.
Technical
Requirements
- Students taking an online course are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to the Technical Requirements page for a complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.
How to Access the Course
Follow these steps in order to log into
the BC Online course. Normally, the login date will be the first day of the
session in which the course is scheduled. Only students who have registered and
paid for the course will be permitted to login. There may be a delay of
up to 20 minutes from when you register and pay before BC Online login is
activated.
- Your BC Online User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
- Your BC Online password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
- If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BC Online.
Links
to help you get connected to BC Online course(s)
- BC Online login page
- Student e-learning Resources
- Password Reset
- If your password does not work or you forgot it, click this link to reset it: Student Password Reset.
- If you need further support, please contact the BC helpdesk at 954-201-7521 or helpdesk@broward.edu.
- Technical Problems
- If you need help using BC Online (D2L), you can review the step-by-step tutorials
- For year-round, 24 hour technical assistance, please visit the 24/7 Help Desk page.
