Sunday, March 9, 2014


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Course Name:  College Algebra
Term/Session:  Summer 2014
Course Number:  MAC 1105
Reference Number:  198222

Faculty Introduction


Hi, my name is Derek Rampal and I will be your online instructor.  I hold a master’s degree in mathematics and materials engineering and am anxious to help you.  Please feel free to email me at drampal@broward.edu at any time and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Faculty Contact Information


Instructor Name:
Derek Rampal
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drampal@broward.edu

Course Description & General Outcomes


A college algebra course containing topics such as solving, graphing and applying linear, and quadratic equations, and inequalities; exponential and logarithmic properties; linear, quadratic, rational, absolute value, square root, cubic, and reciprocal functions; operations, compositions, and inverses of functions; and systems of equations and inequalities, all with applications throughout the course. Meets Areas 4 or 5 of the general education requirement.


Course Prerequisites


Recommendation of the Mathematics Department or at least a grade of “C” in the prerequisite course (MAT1033 – INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA) is required.

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During the first week of class, you must complete the Syllabus Quiz from the course orientation, or you will be withdrawn from the course.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 As with an on-campus course, students who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are still responsible for paying for the course.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 in class discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior to the withdrawal date, you will be withdrawn from class and receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.

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

There will be no required textbook for this course but we will utilize the following required software or hardware tools:
MYMATHLAB
Instructions for signup
MyMATHLAB – https://registration.mypearson.com/
Go to the registration website provided above and input the following information.
Your Course Name: MAC 1105 - College Algebra
Your Course ID: rampal52204
You will be prompted for an email address (use your palmbeachstat.edu email address) and some form of payment method. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!
 
Scientific Calculator (<$30)

Methods of Instruction

This is a 3-credit hour fully online course with proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in structured out-of-class and online activities.  All homework will be online.  The proctored exams must be taken at a campus e-Testing Center or at an alternate pre-approved testing location.

General Policies and Technical Requirements

You are responsible for being familiar with all BConline 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.

BConline 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 BConline 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 BConline login is activated.

  • Your BConline User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BConline 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 BConline.

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