Course:                      Elementary Algebra, online Math 112 (3units)

Textbook:                 Prealgebra, Sixth Edition by Elayn Martin-Gay -10-0321628861
                                  Lattc book store has the customized edition that includes Student Access Code at lower price.

Instructor:                 Tayebeh Meftagh
Office:                       TE 520X

Office Hour:              Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-11:30 AM
                                   Monday and Wednesday 1:00-2:30PM for by appointment

Telephone Number:  213-763-7319
Email address:        meftagt@lattc.edu
 

Course Description:   This course reviews the fundamentals of arithmetic, addition,
                                     subtraction, multiplication, division for intergers, signed decimals, and signed
                                     fractions as well as ratio, percent, and measurement. Topics are selected upon the
                                     basis of their usefulness in practical situations.

Course Sudent Learning Outcome (SLO): Upon the completion of the course students will be able to:

• Perform operations on real numbers and basic algebraic expressions without the use of a calculator
• Apply and follow the mathematical principles and operations to solve linear equations
• Model and solve real-world applications involving math principles, operations, and strategies.

SLO to be group-tested in Fall 2011:Model and solve real-world applications involving math principles, operations, and strategies.

On-Campus tests:       

This class has three on-campus tests:

First test is on Wednesday October 5, 2011 at 10:00:00AM in TE221. This Test covers chapters 1and 2, and 3.1-3.3
Second test is on Wednesday November 9, 2011 at 10:00AM in TE221. This Test covers chapters 3-5
Final in on Friday December 16, 2011 at 10:00:00AM in TE413. This Test covers chapters 1-8

For weekly course work see the class calendar.

Grading Policy:           Your semester grade depends on total points earned in the course.
                                     The break down of the points is as follows:

Online HomeworkAssignments                   100 Points
On-line Quizzes                                          150 Points
Chapter tests (Online)                                 240 Points  Total
On Campus Exam # 1                                120 Points
On Campus Exam # 2                                120 Points
Final Exam:                                                 250 Points
Bounce                                                       20 Points ( If all homework, quizzes and tests done by the due dates)
Total:                                                          1000 Points

90% or better is “A”
80% to 89% is “B”
70% to 79% is “C”
60% to 69% is “D”

Use the online tutorial and quizzes to prepare for the on-campus exams

Important Note: There is no make up for on-campus tests. If the date of any of those tests is not convient for you, you need to inform me at leat  a week before  the the test date to arrange an alternate date for that exam. If you missed your final without piror arrangement, you will receive "0" for you final exam score.

Note: As long as you take all the online quizzes and receive 85% or better and done by the due dates, you will get the full 150 points for the online quizzes.

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Disciplinary action may be taken upon a student who violates Board Rule 9803.12
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Reasonable Accommodation: All students with disability need to contact  the DSP&S Office located in Building E, room 110 (phone 213-763-3773) upon their registration for school. Students with a disability that require accommodations need to send me a private email (meftagt@lattc.edu).  The sooner I am aware of your eligibly for accommodations, the quicker I will be able to work with the DSPS office to meet your needs.  If you have not done so already, you should contact the DSP&S Office located in Building E, room 110 (phone 213-763-3773) and bring a letter stating the accommodations that are needed.