Required on campus sessions:   NONE, although a one time meeting will be offered the first week (if you wish to attend) to acquaint you with the course and software use/installation.  The date for that meeting will be sent to the e-mail address you send me upon registering for this course.

Special labs or practicum:  NONE

Number of assignments:  There will be several small projects related to the algebraic material we're studying that will be sent to the instructor electronically.

Estimated time per week:  For a full semester class of 16 weeks, students need to plan to work offline 8 - 12 hours and be online 1-4 hours per week. 

Group interaction required: SOME 

Scheduled activities or self paced:  For the most part your material will be scheduled including testing.  Tests will be available early but must be taken by the pre-scheduled deadline.

Requirements:  Students must have access to the following

• Equipment:  You will need a computer that is able to access and interact with the Web. For best results, a Pentium or PowerMac with a 56 Kbps or faster modem and 256 MB or more of RAM should be considered the minimal system.
• Software:  You will need one of the following Internet browsers: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher; Firefox; Mac users may use Safari or Firefox.
• Internet connection: Home users need Internet access through an Internet Service Provider (ISP) that offers a reliable connection to the Internet.

1. Sets and Numbers:
   a. Understand set terminology and symbolism
   b. Work with absolute values, subsets, and the number line
   c. Perform the four operations (add, subtract, multiply, and divide) with integers and rational numbers
   d. Understand the properties:  commutative, associative, distributive
   e. Use exponential notation
   f. Use order of operations with integers and rational numbers 
2. Algebraic Expressions and Polynomials: 
   a. Use notation and terminology of polynomials
   b. Evaluate algebraic expressions
   c. Combine like terms, addition, and subtraction of polynomials
   d. Use laws of exponents
   e. Multiply and divide polynomials
3. Linear Equations and Inequalities in One Unknown:
   a. Solve linear equations using addition and multiplication properties of equality.
   b. Solve literal equations and formulas
   c. Set up and solve word problems-reviewing percents and geometric formulas as needed
   d. Solve linear inequalities
4. Factoring and Solving Quadratic Equations:
   a. Be able to factor polynomials finding common factors, special products, factoring by grouping, factoring binomials and trinomials.
   b. Solve quadratic equations by factoring including applications
5. Rational Expressions:
   a. Simplify rational expressions
   b. Multiply and divide rational expressions
   c. Add and subtract rational expressions
   d. Solve rational equations
6. Graphing:
   a. Graph ordered pairs with an understanding of the rectangular coordinate system
   b. Graph linear equations and quadratic equations
   c. Graph systems of linear equations in two unknowns for solutions
7. Systems of Linear Equations:
   a. Solve systems of linear equation in two unknowns by substitution and addition (elimination) methods
   b. Set up and solve word problems involving a system of equations
8. Roots and Radicals:
   a. Evaluate square roots, irrational and real numbers
   b. Simplify, multiply, divide, add and subtract with radical expressions
   c. Rationalize monomial denominators
   

Regular homework assignments/projects will be assigned and returned electronically.  There will also be Discussion Boards that you must participate in.  Discussion boards and other assignments/projects will total to be worth approximately 250 points (between 15% and 20% of your final grade)

The final exam will be a proctored cumulative exam worth 300 points.

All tests, quizzes and assignments will be scheduled with a reasonable window for you to take them in.  They will have a close date and except for very unusual circumstances these dates will NOT be altered.  

100-93% = A            

92-90% = A-

89-87% = B+           

86-83% = B             

82-80% = B-

79-77% = C+           

76-73% = C              

72-70% = C-

69-67% = D+           

66-63% = D              

62-60% = D-

60% and below = F

A grade of W can be given by the instructor after a student has fallen behind substantially so that they will not be able to complete the course within the scheduled time frame.  Before a student is withdrawn the instructor would contact the student to explain what needs to be done in order to become successful.   After that initial contact if the student has not done anything to become caught up, the student may be withdrawn. 

Academic Policies	Academic Warning: At the end of each chapter, students who have not completed all chapter requirements will be contacted by the instructor. Assignments are due as per the syllabus, and even if you are out of town or experience technological difficulties, you are responsible for turning everything in on time.
"I" Grades:	Incomplete ("I") is only given for the most extenuating circumstances. All "I" grades should be completed within the semester following your course.  Requests for an "I" grade will only be considered if the student has ALL THREE of the following:   1. consistent, regular attendance   2. completed at least 75% of the course work, and 3. a compelling reason for finishing the work late.  Grades of "I" are rarely given. Plan on working per the schedule and completing the course on-time or early.
Attendance	Online participation is imperative. Important material may be discussed in the bulletin board each week, and it is crucial that you plan to log on at least 2 or 3 times per week. The most successful students log on every day.
Cheating	Cheating is NOT permitted. Any students caught cheating will receive NO points for the exam or quiz in which the cheating occurred, and/or will be subject to the disciplinary procedures of Kellogg Community College (at the discretion of the instructor).
Disclaimer	Information contained in this syllabus was, to the best knowledge of the instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning of the semester. However, this syllabus should not be considered a contract between Kellogg Community College and any student, nor between any student and the instructor. The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Kellogg Community College, to make changes in course content or instructional techniques without notice or obligation.
Make-up Policy	All assignments are due by midnight the date indicated on the schedule. It is strongly suggested that students set a personal deadline two days prior to the course deadline and complete all assignments by that deadline. This arrangement allows for unexpected life events and technology crashes.
Computer Access at KCC	It is assumed that students enrolled in this course have at their disposal appropriate equipment and software to complete the course work and communicate with other students.  If there are problems with your equipment and/or software, it is possible to come to KCC's Battle Creek Campus and use the open computer lab in the Ohm Information Technology Center, Room 106.  Only specific computers in this classroom will have the appropriate software installed, so please check in at the desk to find out which computers would be appropriate for your use.  KCC locations in Hastings, Coldwater, and Albion also have computer labs with the appropriate software installed for your use.  Please check with staff at those facilities to learn where these computers are located.  See KCC's web site for campus maps and lab times.
Online Interactive Media	The majority of the course material will be delivered through Course Compass by Addison Wesley, a nationally hosted site for our textbook.  This site is similar to the Blackboard online learning system used at KCC for other online courses. Student will also be directed to other web sites for additional learning opportunities.
Online Submitting Materials	Students will be expected to use e-mail attachments and the Course Compass site for this class to submit materials.
ADA Statement	Kellogg Community College does not discriminate in the admission or treatment of students on the basis of disability.  KCC is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.