MATH 1050, College Algebra, QL, 4 credits. Functions: graphs, transformations, combinations and inverses. Polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic functions and applications. Systems of equations and matrices. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 1010, or Math ACT score of at least 23 or satisfactory score on Math Placement Exam within the Math prerequisite acceptability time limit.
Online Course Fee: $15 per credit course fee is applied to all online courses to sustain current digital technologies and support services required for engaging and effective online learning.
All lessons and tests can be taken on or BEFORE the given due-date.
Instructor:
Robert Heal, Professor
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Utah State University
Logan,Utah 84322-3900
Faculty Website
e-mail: bob@math.usu.edu (Do not use Canvas)
Phone: 435-760-0704
Electronic Resources and Textbook:
If you logon to the course via USU Canvas, you will be directed to the Online 1050 homepage which is is http://www.math.usu.edu/rheal/math1050.
Of course you must have a computer with an internet connection. A graphing calculator is also required. If you already own a graphing calculator then use that one.
The text is Precalculus, Third Edition by Paul Sisson and is published by Hawkes Learning. The text material is integrated with the online software. You will purchase an access code an then create an account.
1. Go to Hawkes Learning.
2. Purchase an Access Code. You will enter Utah State University, click on Continue. The product you must select is Precalculus Third Edition (Be certain to choose the third edition.)
3. Click on View Cart and complete the purchase.
4. Go to Hawkes Learning and select Create an Account. You will enter your Access Code and then create a password.
5. Enroll in the course: Robert Heal, Online Math 1050 Spring 2021
6. If you need help, here is a Hawkes link with a phone number at the bottom right of the page.
Once you work through the first few lessons, you will become very comfortable with the instructional software.
Lessons Assignments:
There are a total of 35 lessons in the Hawkes Learning System that you are required to complete. Each lesson is worth 10 points upon certification, so there are 350 possible lesson points. Your total will be converted to percentage points and so the lessons count a possible 100 points toward your course-grade total. The courseware for each lesson consists of three modes:
To complete a lesson, you must CERTIFY by correctly answering approximately 80% of the problems for that section. If you fail to answer enough problems correctly then you will have the opportunity to learn what mistakes you made as well as receive feedback on why you made the mistakes and how to avoid making them again. You will be able to try and certify again when you are ready. There is no limit on the number of attempts to certify. You will receive full credit for all assignments for which you have certified. It is best if you certify on those lessons covered by an exam before you take the exam; all lessons must be certified on or before April 27, 2021.
Video and PDF Tutorials:
Click on the Video Tutorials link to access the list of tutorials that can be viewed for your use. Many of these video (mp4) tutorials have a PDF version that can be printed. Each lesson also has a video tutorial provided by Hawkes Learning System.
Tutoring:
To access free online tutoring, go to http://www.usu.edu/online/tutoring/ and select the "eTutoring.org" login.
Username: (student's A number)
Password: usuonline
If you live in Cache Valley, free math tutoring is provided by the Academic Resources Center. The schedule is available at http://www.usu.edu/arc/tutoring/
Schedule for Lessons and Tests:
The required lessons for Online Math 1050 are indicated in the table below. These are the only lessons that you complete; ignore the others. All lessons must be completed by April 27, 2021; you can work at your own pace but there are deadlines for the exams.
Lessons Covered |
On or Before Due Date |
|
Test 1 |
1.1 - 1.9 |
February 12, 2021 |
Test 2 |
2.1 - 2.6, 3.1 - 3.4 |
March 19, 2021 |
Test 3 |
4.1 - 4.4, 5.1 - 5.5 6.1 - 6.5, 11.1, 11.2 |
April 27, 2021 |
Final Test |
Comprehensive |
May 5, 2021 |
The exam due dates are given in the table above. You are allowed 90 minutes for each midterm and 2 hours for the final. For each midterm and final test you get four attemps with the best score counted. Test results are automatically recorded in the Hawkes Gradebook, results and feedback are immediately available. After you have completed an examination, Dr. Heal will review your exam and give you additional points for partial credit and trivial formatting errors when it is appropriate. You don’t need to contact me, just check your Hawkes Gradebook for the revised score a few days after it is submitted.
The tests are randomly generated using a variety of problem types and parameters. They are based on the same problem types that are used to build your homework lessons.
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All exams will be taken while being monitored by Proctorio, an online monitoring service which uses advanced machine learning and facial detection technology. Your tests are accessed via Canvas, under the Quizzes tab. On the Canvas homepage is a link to information about Proctorio and its requirements (Google browser, camera, microphone). Scratch paper, a graphing calculator, and a single 5x8 card (both sides) for notes and formulas are allowed. The calculator can only be used for arithmetic computations and graphs, NOT for computer algebra or solutions. Some of the more sophisticated and expensive calculators will do an impressive amount of computer math. We want our students to have a fundamental understanding of the concepts and not just be able to push buttons. The test software will keep track of the time. Note that Canvas is just used to access Proctorio without requiring additional cost; scores in Canvas mean nothing, your actual scores are in your Hawkes gradebook.
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| A | 560-600 |
B+ |
520-539 |
C+ |
465-479 |
D+ |
350-359 |
A- |
540-559 |
B |
500-519 |
C |
375-464 |
D |
330-349 |
B- |
480-499 |
C- |
360-374 |
F |
0-329 |
Course Fee:
A $75 course fee is assessed to each student to help pay the costs of teaching assistants, recitation leaders and staffing of the Math & Stats Tutoring Center location in TSC 225A. The Tutoring Center provides a shared area and resource for students to get help from all teaching assistants and recitation leaders assigned to MATH 1050, regardless the recitation or section for which students are registered. The course fee also supports the development and coordination of common materials and other resources, to improve consistency and to reduce overall instructional costs. All of these supports are provided to help ensure your success in College Algebra.
IDEA Objectives:
IDEA is the name of the course evaluation system used at USU. This course will focus on the following objectives:
1. Gaining factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, trends)
2. Learning fundamental principles, generalizations, or theories
3. Learning to apply course materials (to improve rational thinking, problem solving and decisions)
For more information about the IDEA course evaluation system, visit http://www.usu.edu/aaa/idea.cfm
USU Incomplete Grade Policy: USU Catalog
Students are required to complete all courses for which they are registered by the end of the semester. In some cases, a student may be unable to complete all of the coursework because of extenuating circumstances not due to poor performance or to retain financial aid. The term 'extenuating' circumstances includes: (1) incapacitating illness which prevents a student from attending classes for a minimum period of two weeks, (2) a death in the immediate family, (3) financial responsibilities requiring a student to alter a work schedule to secure employment, (4) change in work schedule as required by an employer, or (5) other emergencies deemed appropriate by the instructor.
Special Needs:
USU welcomes students with disabilities. If you have, or suspect you may have, a physical, mental health, or learning disability that may require accommodations in this course, please contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC) as early in the semester as possible (University Inn # 101, 435‐797‐2444, drc@usu.edu). All disability related accommodations must be approved by the DRC. Once approved, the DRC will coordinate with faculty to provide accommodations.
| Dr. E Robert Heal, Professor Department of Mathematics and Statistics Faculty Website Robert.Heal@usu.edu 435.760.0704 |
