Frederick Community College

MA103ONL1–Foundations of Mathematics

Spring 2012

Class Begins: January 30, 2012

Class Ends: May 19, 2012

Last Day to Withdraw: April April 16, 2012

Instructor Information:
Name: Steve Prehoda	Office: B-101
E-mail: sprehoda@frederick.edu	Phone Number: 301-846-2578
Contact Hours: email and M/W 9:30-12:00	Campus Mail Box #: 296

Course Information:
Credits: 3
On-campus Meetings: 0	On-campus Exams: 2
Prerequisites: MA082 or Placement	Co requisites: None

Course Description:

Covers various topics within mathematics for those whose need is a survey of mathematical principles rather than the in-depth analysis required for a mathematics or science-related program Depending on instructor preferences, areas covered may include: problem solving strategies, logic, numeration systems, set theory, classification of numbers, algebra, financial management, geometry, measurement and right triangle trigonometry, probability, statistics, graphs, systems of equations, linear programming

Core Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course students will demonstrate

1. articulate the concepts of practical mathematics. This will be accomplished through writing and speaking in effective, organized, clear, and grammatically correct English appropriate for mathematics. (gen ed obj. 1)

2. interpret and analyze tables, graphs, and diagrams to convey quantitative information and solve practical mathematical problems. (gen ed obj. 13)

3. perform mathematical operations and apply them to practical situations. (gen ed obj. 11)

4. generate and evaluate alternative solutions to practical mathematical problems.

(gen ed obj. 5)

5. demonstrate a variety of problem-solving techniques using different mathematical tools and alternative representations of numerical and analytical concepts with application to numerical data. (gen ed obj. 12)

6. use the technology of a changing world appropriate to practical mathematics.

(gen ed obj. 19, 21)

7. display academic honesty and adhere to professional standards in their fields. (gen ed obj.23)

Specific Learning Outcomes:

Students will be able to

1. solve linear programming problems by testing an objective function on a feasible region

2. understand and manage real-life financial and consumer related issues

3. use counting principles and probability theory to solve problems involving

analysis of outcomes and problems concerning uncertainty.

4. strengthen their ability to solve problems using inductive reasoning, deductive

reasoning and estimation techniques.

5. understand the concepts and notation of operations with sets and use the theory

of sets to assist with problem solving

6. use deductive reasoning and logic to derive valid conclusions

7. understand the workings of various numeration systems

 How is this course organized:

Weekly assignments- Readings, practice problems, and a graded shared response question will be assigned at the start of each week.

Exams- There will be an on campus proctored exam at the end of each of the first two major units: Set Theory, Probability Theory, and for the third unit a take home exam on Linear Programming and Consumer Mathematics

Individual Mathematical Explorations- Reading, practice problems, a graded on-line quiz and a graded website review are required for each of three individual mathematical explorations.

Minimum Technical Skills

Students should be able to attach files to emails and to Discussion Board postings.

Ability to use the graphing calculator, TI-84+ is required.

Text(s) and Course Materials:

Thinking Mathematically, Robert Blitzer 5^th ed.

TI-83/84/84+ graphing calculator

Progress Report:

By the end of the 6th week of the semester, you will have an opportunity to evaluate your progress in this course and decide if you need to make any adjustments (additional study, tutoring, conference with instructor) to assure your success in this course.

You may access your grades anytime using the My Grades link in Blackboard.

Evaluation Methods:
Tests / Papers / Projects / Participation	Point Value	Final Grade Scale
3 Online Exams 2 Proctored Exams 1 Take Home Exam 3 Individual Explorations 12 Shared Responses	30% (10%ea) 30% 15% 15% 10%	90-100= A 80-89= B 70-79= C 60-69= D <60 = F
If the graded performance for online assignments differs significantly from the grade average for proctored assignments, the instructor reserves the right to administer additional tests.

Student Services

A variety of services are available to assist students in succeeding at FCC. Students can learn more about these services by visiting the Student Services web page: http://www.frederick.edu/student_services/index.aspx.

Students with disabilities who are in need of accommodations or who have questions related to disabilities services should contact the Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) office at 301-846-2408. Students can learn more about these services by visiting the Services for Students with Disabilities web page: http://www.frederick.edu/student_services/disability.aspx.

Participation Policy:

Everyone is expected to keep up with assignments and participate in the shared responses. Since this class is online, you will not have the constant stimuli of your classmates around you. That means you will have to take control of your own motivation by staying up with the assignments, responding to your classmate’s questions, and getting help when you need it. There is a great deal of help available if you have a question or begin to lag behind. Don’t suffer in silence!

Email Policy:

With the exception of MOL students, all FCC students will receive and are expected to use their FCC email address for correspondence with faculty and staff at the college. Students can establish and access their FCC email accounts at https://myfcc.frederick.edu. Email is an instructional tool essential to student-instructor and student-student communication. In the Blackboard environment by default, your email address is available to all students in this course.

However, students are permitted to use email addresses of other students in this course only for the purpose and the duration of this course.

The instructor can be expected to respond to regular student email inquiries (grades, posted assignments, and tests excluded) within the time frame of 24 hours.

Academic Integrity:

Work in this course is subject to the provisions of the FCC Code of Academic Integrity. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated. As a student, it is your job to practice academic honesty at ALL times. Make sure that all sources, particularly Internet sources, get proper credit for quotations, paraphrases, and ideas. More information about this and the Student Conduct Code are available at http://www.frederick.edu/student_services/studentpolicies.aspx

You must send your Academic Integrity Pledge to the instructor. The form is available at http://courses.frederick.edu/_utilities/regform.htm

Topical Outline MA103ONL1

Week	CONTENT	Sections in Text
Set theory and logic/Mathematical Exploration on Number theory
Week 1		2.1, 2.2 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 2		2.3, 2.4, 2.5 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 3		3.1, 3.2, 3.3 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 4		3.4, 3.5, 3.6 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 5		Online Exam 1 Proctored Exam 1 at FCC Math Exploration #1 Due Week 5 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Probability Theory/Mathematical Exploration on Geometry
Week 6		11.1, 11.2, 11.3 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 7		11.4, 11.5 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 8		11.6, 11.7 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 9		11.8 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 10		Online Exam 2 Proctored Exam 2 at FCC Math. Exploration #2 Due Week 10 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Linear Programming and Consumer Mathematics/Mathematical Exploration on History
Week 11		7.2, 7.4 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 12		7.5, Project Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 13		8.2, 8.3 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 14		8.4, 8.5 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min
Week 15		Online Exam 3 Take Home Exam 3 Math. Exploration #3 Due Week 15 Total Time: 7Hr 30Min

NOTE: Your instructor reserves the right to make changes to this outline as needed.