IMPORTANT
DATES
St. Petersburg College Academic Calendar, 2008 - 2009
Deadline to drop with refund:
5/22/2009
Deadline to withdraw without refund:
6/18/2009
Midterm Exam dates:
6/17-
6/18/2009
Test
1, 2 and the Midterm Exam MUST be completed by
06/18/2009
to remain active in the course
Final Exam dates:
7/22 - 7/23/2009
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Major topics include:
functions and functional notation; domains and
ranges of functions; graphs of functions and
relations; operations on functions; inverse
functions; linear, quadratic and rational functions;
absolute value and radical functions; exponential
and logarithmic properties, functions and equations;
systems of equations and inequalities; applications
such as curve fitting, modeling, optimization,
exponential and logarithmic growth and decay.
(Credit is not given for both MAC 1105 and MAC
1106.) 47 contact hours.
COURSE GOALS
This class is taught online and on campus using a
software program called
Academic
Systems Algebra
(ASA), which is a multimedia interactive full-course
curriculum designed and delivered by
Academic
Systems Corp.,
a division of
PLATO
Learning.
Since the subject matter is delivered by your
interaction with the computer software, keep in mind
this is neither a self-paced nor an independent
study class; it is a guided student-centered,
computer-delivered curriculum which fosters early
completion of a course. As it is your primary
instruction for this course, you are expected to
follow the sequence of modules within each assigned
lesson and complete your lesson quizzes, tests, and
proctored exams by following the Class Schedule.
Be sure not to fall behind this schedule as it is
difficult to catch up. There are deadlines
established to assist you in completing this course
in a timely manner.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Major Learning
Outcomes:
1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of
fundamental concepts of algebra when determining
characteristics and properties of relations and
functions and performing processes.
2. The student will demonstrate the ability
to solve and graph a variety of equations,
inequalities, relations and functions.
3. The student will demonstrate understanding
of the concepts of this course, particularly those
which will be pertinent in calculus.
CALCULATOR POLICY
Calculators may be used on every test
including the Midterm and Final Exams. The
following calculators are permitted in the Testing
Center: TI-83+, TI-84+, TI-86
CLASS CALENDAR POLICY
Students MUST complete all
assignments on or before the deadlines listed on the
Class Schedule.
CLASS CONDUCT POLICY
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a
manner that is appropriate for the online classroom.
Students are expected to complete all quizzes,
tests, and exams without assistance. Students are
responsible for following all SPC policies as
outlined in the Student Code of Conduct Manual.
Disruptive and inappropriate communication will NOT
be tolerated. Failure to comply by these guidelines
MAY result in a student being dropped from the class
(without a refund) and/or other punitive actions.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Instructors will
verify that students are in attendance at least once
each week during the first two weeks of class.
Students classified as “No Show” for both of the
first two weeks will be administratively withdrawn.
Immediately following the 60% point of the term,
each instructor will verify which students are
actively participating in class. Students classified
as not meeting the criteria for active class
participation will be
administratively withdrawn with a “WF”.
Active class participation for this class is defined
as attending class on a regular basis, as well as
completing Evaluates, Tests, and Exams by the
required deadlines. If a student
fails to complete Tests 1 - 2, and the Midterm by
June 18th,
he/she will be classified as not actively
participating and will be administratively withdrawn
from class.
Students will be able to withdraw themselves at any
time
during the term. Students and instructors will
automatically receive an e-mail notification to
their SPC email whenever a withdrawal occurs.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
The last day a student can withdraw
from this course and receive a grade of W is
June 18, 2009.
It
is the responsibility of the student to
withdraw from the course themselves by the
withdrawal deadline. Any student wishing
to withdraw from the course should do so online at:
http://my.spcollege.edu/
In accordance with college policy, no student can
withdraw from a course after the withdrawal
deadline. Do NOT ask your instructor to withdraw you
from the course; it is your responsibility.
Third attempts: Students attempting this course
for the third time (or more) cannot withdraw (State
of Florida regulation). Failing to meet the
attendance requirement will result in a grade of WF.
GRADING
Students enrolled after the
withdrawal deadline will receive one of the grades
below:
Grading scale:
90+ A
80 – 89.9 B
70 – 79.9 C
60 – 69.9 D
<60 F
UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES will a student receive a W grade
after the withdrawal deadline (06/18/2009). Students
on their third attempt cannot withdraw from the
class after the first week.
COURSE
ASSIGNMENTS
Online
Quizzes (Evaluates) 20%
of Final Grade
At the end of each lesson in the
Academic Online curriculum (ASA), there is a
computer quiz called an Evaluate. You may retake
the Evaluate quiz after reviewing the lesson (a
maximum of 3 attempts); however, the computer will
average the highest of your three scores. It is
advisable that you complete the practice Evaluate in
the Personal Academic Notebook first before
attempting the quiz online. You may not use your
book nor your notes during the Evaluate. Any lesson
Evaluate not taken by the last day of class will be
assigned a zero (0).
Unit Tests 20%
of Final Grade
You
will be taking four (4) online tests according to the
Class Schedule. These tests as well as their reviews
can be found in the appropriate unit folder.
It is
your responsibility to complete those tests by the
deadline designated by your instructor (please refer to
the
Class Schedule).
A student missing the test deadline for ANY
reason will receive a zero for that test.
The Final Exam score may be used to replace only one
zero. Prior to the test becoming available for you to
access, you must pass the review for that test with a
minimum score of 70%. It is advisable you take the
review multiple times in order to better prepare for the
actual test. You
may not
use your book nor your notes during the tests.
All Tests MUST be completed by July 20th.
Midterm
Exam
30% of Final Grade
Only if all ASA lessons assigned to
date and at least 1 of the 2 online tests are
completed will you be allowed to sit for the Midterm
Exam. For all students, the Midterm Exam must be
taken by the scheduled date (03/19/2009) according
to the Class Schedule. This exam is a timed (2
hours) exam and MUST be proctored at an educatonal
faciltiy near you.
Final Exam
30% of Final Grade
Only if all ASA lessons and at least
3 of the 4 online tests are completed will you be
allowed to sit for the Final Exam. For all
students, the Final Exam must be taken by the
scheduled date (see Final Exam schedule) according
to the Class Schedule. This exam is a timed (2
hours) exam given and MUST be proctored in class.
All OSSD students must provide appropriate
documentation if they need special arrangements for
testing.
LATE
ASSIGNMENTS AND MAKE UP POLICY
Students who miss a test will
receive a zero for that test. The Final Exam score
may be used to replace one missed test score.
EXTRA
CREDIT
No official extra credit
assignments are available.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Course Policies and Procedures: The
student is responsible for knowing all course
policies listed in the syllabus and discussed in
class.
Class Participation and Etiquette:
The student is responsible for participating in
class or online. The student will respect the
rights of other students to learn. The student will
communicate with others in a courteous and
respectful manner at all times, including the
instructor.
Assignment Due Dates and Procedures:
The student is
responsible for knowing when assignments are due,
the formats required, and the procedures for
completing and submitting assignments.
Academic Honesty: The student is
expected to know the SPC Academic Honesty Policy and
to act above suspicion at all times with regard to
academic issues.
INSTRUCTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Course Policies and Procedures: The
instructor is responsible for providing a syllabus
the first day of class that clearly explains all
course policies. The instructor will provide a
Student Survey of Instruction for fall and spring
semesters. The instructor will post grades in MySPC
by the end of the semester.
Class Participation and Etiquette:
The instructor will create a learning environment
that engages students and facilitates learning. The
instructor will enforce the right of all students to
learn. The instructor will communicate with
students in a courteous and respectful manner at all
times. The instructor will respond to emails within
48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays), 5 of 7
days per week.
Assignment Due Dates and Procedures:
The instructor
will provide clear guidelines and information
regarding when assignments are due, the format
required, and the procedure for completing and
submitting assignments. The instructor will grade
all assignments within 7 days of each due date, with
additional time for late assignments, if accepted.
Academic Honesty: The instructor
will enforce SPC Academic Honesty policies at all
times.
TUTORING
Tutoring in math, reading, and
writing is available free of charge, either by
appointment or by an on-call tutor in the Learning
Commons (TL104). Ask your instructor for more
information.
USING
ANGEL
In order to better serve our
faculty and students we are asking that both the
instructor and student use the logoff button
when completing online course work. By logging off,
ANGEL server space is freed, and therefore,
optimizing the system. In addition, logging off will
more accurately record students’ time involved in
the course.
TECHNICAL
SUPPORT
ANGEL requirements:
http://www.spcollege.edu/ecampus/help/technical/index.shtml
SPC helpdesk: 727-341-4357 onlinehelp@spcollege.edu
or
www.spcollege.edu/helpdesk/
GENERAL COLLEGE POLICIES
Special Accommodations: If you wish to
request accommodations as a student with a
documented disability, please make an
appointment with the Learning Specialist on
campus. If you have a documented hearing loss,
please contact the Program for the Deaf/Hard of
Hearing at 791-2628. If you need assistance
during an emergency classroom evacuation, please
contact your campus learning specialist
immediately about arrangements for your safety.
The Office of Services for Students with
Disabilities can be reached at:
Campus
Counselor
Room
Phone Seminole Linda Giar
UP 110
394-6289
Sexual Predator Information:
Federal and State law requires a person
designated as a “sexual predator or offender” to
register with the Florida
Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). The FDLE
then is required to notify the local law
enforcement agency where the registrant resides,
attends or is employed by an institution of
higher learning. Information regarding sexual
predators or offenders attending or employed by
an institution of higher learning may be
obtained from the local law enforcement agency
with jurisdiction for the particular campus, by
calling the FDLE hotline at 1-888-357-7332, or
by visiting the FDLE website at
www.fdle.state.fl.us/sexual_predators.
If there are questions or concerns regarding
personal safety, please contact the Provost,
Associate Provost, Campus Security Officer or
Site Administrator on your campus.
Campus Safety and Security: For
information on campus safety and security
policies please contact 727-341-4657. For
information on sexual offenders on your campus
please contact campus security or the associate
provost office or for general information go to
the State of Florida website at
http://www3.fdle.state.fl.us/sopu/index.asp.
Emergency Preparedness: In the event that
a hurricane or other natural disaster causes
significant damage to the St. Petersburg College
facilities, you may be provided the opportunity
to complete your course work online. Following
this event, please visit the college website for
an announcement of the College’s plan to resume
operations. This syllabus is currently available
in ANGEL for your convenience. Log in to ANGEL
to confirm that you have access, reporting any
difficulty to the SPC Student Technical Call
Center at 727-341-4357 or via email at
Onlinehelp@spcollege.edu.
Financial Aid Announcement: The U.S.
Department of Education has implemented rules
for students who obtain a Pell Grant, Stafford
Loan and/or Federal Supplemental Educational
Opportunity Grant and subsequently totally
withdraw from the college. The rule requires
students to refund to the Department of
Education a portion or all of their financial
aid if he/she withdraws completely from classes
before the 60% point. A student also may be
required to repay funds to the College. Should
you consider totally withdrawing from the
College, it is important that you consult the
Scholarship and Student Financial Assistance
office on your home campus to understand your
options and the consequences of total
withdrawal.
ACADEMIC
HONESTY
Cheating and plagiarism of any kind are serious
violations of college policy and will not be
tolerated. Students are expected to know and
follow all class policies found in the syllabus
and academic honesty policies found in the
student handbook. It is the responsibility of
the student to act above suspicion when
completing any assignment. Ask your instructor
for clarification on any policy before taking
any action.
Examples of cheating and plagiarism include but
are not limited to: presenting another person’s
work as if it were the work of the presenter,
allowing someone to copy your work, using
published information without proper citations,
using unauthorized references (cheat sheets or
programmed information) on a test or
examination, or allowing another individual to
take a test or examination for you.
Disciplinary measures for academic dishonesty
can range from a failing grade for an assignment
to a failing grade in the class to expulsion
from the college. Instances of academic
dishonesty will also be referred to the
Associate Provost to be filed in the student’s
permanent record.
Academic honesty policies are available online
at:
Academic Honesty Policy
http://www.spcollege.edu/AcademicHonesty/
Student Conduct Code
http://www.spcollege.edu/ecampus/help/conduct.shtml
Student Expectations
http://www.spcollege.edu/ecampus/help/expectations.shtml
Additional information can be found in the
“Academic Honesty and Behavior Pamphlet” or the
SPC Student Handbook.
SYLLABUS ADDENDUM
In the event that topics listed in this addendum also appear
in your syllabus, please note that you should rely on the
addendum information as this information is the most
current.
IMPORTANT
COLLEGE POLICY REGARDING COURSE DROP ADD PERIOD AND AUDIT
INFORMATION
Students CANNOT add a course following the first day
the class meets. Students CAN drop a course during
the first week of class and be eligible for a refund. (See a
counselor/advisor to finalize your schedule, so you won’t be
left without the classes you want or need). Students may
not change from credit to audit status after the end of the
first week of classes.
GRADING AND
REPEAT COURSE POLICIES
State policy specifies that students may not repeat a
college credit course for which a grade of “C” or higher has
been earned except by appeal to the campus Academic Appeals
committee. Students may repeat a college credit course one
time without penalty. At the third attempt, students will
pay the full cost of instruction. The full cost of
instruction rate for 2008-2009 is $280.39 per credit hour.
In addition, at the third attempt students may NOT receive a
grade of “I,” “W,” or “X,” but must receive the letter grade
earned. This grade will be averaged into the overall grade
point average.
ATTENDANCE/ACTIVE PARTICIPATION/WITHDRAWAL POLICIES
Each instructor must exercise professional judgment to
determine if a student is actively participating in class.
Faculty will publish their own personal
participation/attendance policies in their syllabi. This
policy will be used to determine grades. Students who are
not actively participating in class as defined in an
instructor’s syllabus will be reported to the Administration
during the week following the voluntary withdrawal date.
Instructors will verify that students are in attendance
during the first two weeks of class. Students classified as
“No Show” for both of the first two weeks will be
administratively withdrawn for any class which they are not
in attendance. Their financial aid will be adjusted based
on the updated enrollment status.
Immediately following the 60% point of the term, each
instructor will verify which students are actively
participating in class as defined in the course syllabus.
Students classified as not meeting the criteria for active
class participation will be administratively withdrawn with
a “WF.” Students will be able to withdraw themselves at any
time during the term. However, requests submitted after the
60% deadline will result in a “WF.” Students and
instructors will automatically receive an email notification
through their SPC email address whenever a withdrawal
occurs.
Withdrawing after the “Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of
‘W’” (see Academic Calendar below) can have serious
consequences. If the student withdraws from a class after
the deadline posted in the academic calendar, the student
will receive a final grade of ‘WF,’ which has the same
impact on the student’s GPA as a final grade of ‘F.’ A ‘WF’
grade also could impact the student’s financial aid and
cause the student to repay some of their financial
assistance. If the student is thinking about withdrawing
from a class now, the student should consult with an
academic advisor or financial assistance counselor first to
be sure they understand all the possible outcomes of this
decision.
FEDERAL GUIDELINES RELATED TO FINANCIAL AID AND TOTAL
WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COLLEGE
http://www.spcollege.edu/getfunds/
The
U.S. Department of Education requires students who
completely withdraw prior to the 60% point of the term
from all classes who have received Federal financial aid,
i.e., Federal Pell Grant, Federal Academic Competitiveness
Grant (ACG), Federal Stafford Loan, and/or Federal
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant(SEOG) to repay a
portion of their financial aid.
The law requires the college to refund to the Department of
Education the percentage of financial aid which is
determined the student did not earn based on the Return of
Title IV (R2T4) formula. The student may also be required to
repay funds to the College if they are identified as
not actively participating in all of their classes, or if
they do not receive at least one final passing grade (D or
higher) for the term. Should the student be considering
totally withdrawing from all classes before the published
withdrawal date, it is important that the student
consult a financial assistance counselor on their home
campus to understand their options and the consequences of
total withdrawal. For further information regarding this
policy and other financial assistance policies we encourage
you to visit our website at:
www.spcollege.edu/getfunds
DUAL ENROLLMENT, EARLY ADMISSIONS, & EARLY COLLEGE STUDENTS
A Dual Enrollment, Early Admissions,
or Early College student may not withdraw from any college
level course without consultation with the Early
College/Dual Enrollment office. Withdrawal from a course
may jeopardize the student’s graduation from high school.
The Dual Enrollment office can be reached at 727 712-5281
(TS), 727 791-5970 (CL) or 727 394-6000 (SE).
http://www.spcollege.edu/central/de/index.htm
ACADEMIC HONESTY
St. Petersburg College has an Academic Honesty
policy. It is your responsibility to be familiar with the
policies, rules, and the consequences of violations.
There is no tolerance for cheating and academic
dishonesty. Discipline can range from a zero on a specific
assignment to expulsion from the class with a grade of
F. Note that copy/pasting published information, whether
it's from your textbook or the Internet, without citing your
source is plagiarism and violates this policy. Even if you
change the words slightly the ideas are someone else's so
you still have to cite your sources. Cheating, plagiarism,
bribery, misrepresentation, conspiracy, and fabrication are
defined in Board Rule 6Hx23-4.461. Student Affairs:
Academic Honesty Guidelines, Classroom Behavior.
http://www.spcollege.edu/webcentral/catalog/current/stu_affairs_honesty.htm
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
All electronic devices such as cell phones, beepers, pagers,
and related devices are to be silenced prior to entering the
classroom, library, and laboratories to avoid disruption.
Use of any device in these areas is a violation of College
Policy and subject to disciplinary action.
College computers are intended for academic work.
Inappropriate use of computers during class time is
prohibited. Students should understand that they may be
required to use the Internet for some courses. Furthermore,
students may be required to have discussions of class
assignments and share papers and other class materials with
instructors and classmates via chat rooms and other
mechanisms. Therefore, Internet users may be able to access
students’ work whether the access is secured or unsecured.
The College cannot protect students from the type of
materials on the Internet or the potential piracy of
students’ materials.
Each student’s behavior in the classroom or Web course is
expected to contribute to a positive learning/teaching
environment, respecting the rights of others and their
opportunity to learn. No student has the right to interfere
with the teaching/learning process, including the posting of
inappropriate materials on chatroom or Web page sites.
The instructor has the authority to ask a disruptive student
to leave the classroom, lab, or Web course and to file
disciplinary charges if disruptive behavior continues
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
In the event
that a hurricane or other natural disaster causes
significant damage to St. Petersburg College facilities, you
may be provided the opportunity to complete your course work
online. Following the event, please visit the college Web
site for an announcement of the College’s plan to resume
operations.
Students should familiarize themselves with the emergency
procedures and evacuation routes located in the buildings
they use frequently. Located in each classroom is an
Emergency Response Guide (flip-chart) that contains
information for proper actions in response to emergencies.
Students should be prepared to assess situations quickly and
use good judgment in determining a course of action.
Students should evacuate to assembly areas in an orderly
manner when an alarm sounds or when directed to do so by
college faculty or staff or emergency services personnel.
Students may access additional emergency information by
going to
www.spcollege.edu/security.
In face to face courses your instructor will review the
specific campus plans for emergency events.
CAMPUS SAFETY
AND SECURITY
For information
on campus safety and security policies please contact 727
791-2560.
If there are questions or concerns regarding personal
safety, please contact the Provost, Associate Provost,
Campus Security Officer, or Site Administrator on your
campus.
http://www.spcollege.edu/tsc/security.htm
SEXUAL PREDATOR
INFORMATION
Federal and
State law requires a person designated as a “sexual predator
or offender” to register with the Florida Department of Law
Enforcement (FDLE). The FDLE is then required to notify the
local law enforcement agency where the registrant resides,
attends, or is employed by an institution of higher
learning. Information regarding sexual predators or
offenders attending or employed by an institution of higher
learning may be obtained from the local law enforcement
agency with jurisdiction for the particular campus by
calling the FDLE hotline (1-888-FL-PREDATOR) or
(1-888-357-7332), or by visiting the FDLE website at
http://offender.fdle.state.fl.us/offender/homepage.do
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
If you wish to
request accommodations as a student with a documented
disability, please make an appointment with the Learning
Specialist on campus. If you will need assistance during an
emergency classroom evacuation, please contact your campus
learning specialist immediately about arrangements for your
safety. The Office of Services for Students with
Disabilities can be reached at 791-2628 or 791-2710 (CL and
EPI), 341-4758 (SP/G), 394-6289 (SE), 712-5789 (TS),
341-3721 (HEC) or 341-4532 (AC), 341-7965 (DT).
http://www.spcollege.edu/central/ossd
ANGEL MAINTENANCE
The ANGEL system will be completely unavailable due to
scheduled maintenance from 7:00am July 29th until 11:59pm
August 5th.
OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES:
COLLEGE
CALENDAR
http://www.spcollege.edu/calendar/
CAREER
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
http://www.spcollege.edu/Central/Career/OCDS/index.shtm
INTERNATIONAL
STUDENT SERVICES
LEARNING SUPPORT
CENTERS
http://www.spcollege.edu/webcentral/resource/supplemental.htm
NEW INITIATIVE
CENTER (NIP)
http://www.spcollege.edu/hec/nip/
DOWNTOWN
LEARNING SUPPORT CENTER and STUDY HALL
http://www.spcollege.edu/downtown/services-tutoring.htm
