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MATH 113 Fall 2014

MATH 113 Fall 2014. Course Requirements. Prerequisites : grade of C minus or better in Math 112 Every new student must have a NEW access code .

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MATH 113 Fall 2014

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  1. MATH 113 Fall 2014

  2. Course Requirements • Prerequisites: grade of C minus or better in Math 112 • Every new student must have a NEW access code. • Your own Casio FX-260-School calculator for use in class, on assignments, and on tests. Using an inappropriate calculator is considered academic misconduct. • Email correspondence:ma113mtlc@as.ua.edu(Put your instructor’s name in subject line) • Instructor will email you at your CRIMSON email address. Check this email account regularly!

  3. Textbook and access code • Textbook - Algebra and Trigonometry 5th edition by Blitzer • An access code for all NEW students is necessary to complete all assignments. • There is a 21 day grace period to work without purchasing an access code (you will use a temporary access code). • NOTE: Once you use the temporary access code you cannot put in your actual purchased code until the grace period has ended.

  4. Access Codes • If you had Math 112 or if you are repeating the course-not before Fall 2013- then you will not need to purchase a new access code. • If you are repeating this course from a semester prior to Fall 2013, then you will need to purchase a new access code.

  5. Course Grades Possible grades in this course are: A, B, C, (+/-) or NC. A grade of NC means you receive nocreditfor this course. You must take the course again, but an NC does not affect your GPA. The last day to withdraw from the course is October 29. No withdrawals will be given after this date.

  6. Course Grades • 4 tests (10% each) 40% • Final Exam 30% • Quiz average 10% • Homework average 9% • Class Participation 1% • Study Plan 10% • TOTAL 100% Students must earn a minimum of 70% to successfully pass this course.

  7. Class Attendance • Math 113 meets everyday your schedule shows. • You are expected to attend class in its entirety and participate in the classroom lectures and discussions. • The use of personal laptop computers and texting during class time is prohibited.

  8. Homework & Quizzes • A graded homework (or two) will be assigned on each section covered. Multiple attempts are allowed on homework. You may submit homework before the assignment is finished and return to it later. • There will be a quiz given after each section. You will have multiple tries for each quiz. Click on the “Submit” button when ready for your quiz score to be recorded. • You will be shown the correct answers on the quiz once it is graded. • The lowest 3 homework grades and the lowest 3 quiz grades will be dropped automatically.

  9. Study Plan • Good review before tests. • Unique to you based on your quiz performance. • Must be completed by Friday, 12/12 at 2pm. • Worth 10% . • You can get access to the Study Plan by clicking on the “Study Plan” tab on the left side of the software.

  10. Testing • There will be 4 tests and a comprehensive final exam. All tests combined count for 70% of your grade. • MWF classes - Your Tests will be on Tuesdays! • TR classes - Your Tests will be on Wednesdays! • You will need to register for a test time during test registration period (see your syllabus). • If you have a day conflict, you must go and make prior arrangements in the MTLC.

  11. Working at Home • The Math 113 course work can be done on your personal computer. Internet access is required. • To access the MyLabsPlus software log into MyBama then go to your Blackboard Learn courses and select Math 113. • No extension will be given to students because of issues with a home computer or internet connection. To be safe, work well ahead of the deadlines at home, so that if there is any problem you will be able to go to the MTLC and complete the assignments before the deadline. • Tests must be taken in the MTLC.

  12. Software Login Information • Registration in the software has already been done for you. • Log into myBama, go to your Blackboard Learn courses, click on Math 113. • You will need your MyLabsPlus access code in order to get to the math content for the first time. • Note: If myBama is down, you can log in this way: Website: www.ua.mylabsplus.com Username = crimson email prefix (ex: jksmith) Password = CWID (ex: 12345678)

  13. MTLC Information Location: B1 Tutwiler Hours of Operation Mon. – Thursday: 8:00am – 10:00pm Friday: 8:00am – 4:45pm Closings: Labor Day: Monday 9/1 Fall Break: Thursday 10/30 – Friday 10/31 Thanksgiving: 5pm Tuesday 11/25 – Friday 11/28 Phone Number: 348 – 2592 Website: www.mtlc.ua.edu Email: ma113mtlc@as.ua.edu Please put your instructor’s name in the subject box for email.

  14. Common Rules for the MTLC Other than mathematics, no activities such as talking, surfing the Internet, playing computer games, typing a paper, sleeping, etc. are allowed in the MTLC. If these activities are observed, you will be asked to leave the MTLC. ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD, DRINKS, TOBACCO PRODUCTS, CELL PHONES, COMPANIONS, OR PROFANITY ARE ALLOWED. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

  15. Need Extra Help The MTLC is open 70 hours each week for help. Center for Academic Success (CAS) CAS website: http://cas.ua.edu CAS offers weekly help sessions in the MTLC. CAS will offer review sessions for each test. Free personal tutorial appointments are available at the CAS in Osband Hall. Call 348-8854 to schedule an appointment.

  16. Final thoughts • Work hard! • Get help! • Go to all class meetings! • Enjoy the semester! • We are looking forward to your success in this course!

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