Syllabus for Math 0306

MATH DEPT. WEBSITE:  http://nhmath.lonestar.edu
Course Information Sheet for Math 0306 (Pre- Algebra)
                                   North Harris College Spring 2017 (Jan 17th - May 14th)

Instructor: Philip Effiong                                        Office:  Win ship: 105
Phone:  281-618-5674 (Math Secretary)                   Emailphilip.effiong@lonestar.edu 
FAX:  281-618-7130
Download Textbook:
nhmath.lonestar.edu

Course Resource
Pre-Algebra: Math 0306

Grading Scale:
100% - 90%    A                    
89% - 80%      B
79% - 70%      C
69% - 60%      D*                  
59% - below    F
*Note:  Final grade of D is not awarded in developmental courses only IP
Or F are allowed



Math Class Hours (Tuesday/Thursday))                           


North Harris College
CRN 1201- 8am to 9.50am  










Calculation of your Final Grade
Your final average will be determined using the following percent:
Computer labs/Homework               20% 
4 Exams                                              55 (Averaging best three Exams)
Final Exam:                                        25% (Departmental Exam)

NOTE:  Students cannot receive a grade of C or better as their final grade if they do not score 50% or greater on the final exam.  

An explanation of each grade follows:

Regular Exams
You will have four exams during the semester and three of the exams will be averaged and graded.  The Exams dates are indicated in the calendar schedule:

Final Exam
At the end of the semester you will have a comprehensive departmental final exam.  A week before the exam the student should download the review sheet with answers from nhmath.lonestar.edu.  Hard work during the semester is the best preparation possible for this exam! PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS MUST MAKE A MINIMUM OF 50% ON THE FINAL EXAM TO PASS THIS CLASS WITH A C GRADE OR BETTER.

Computer Labs
All Math 0306 classes at North Harris College have a computer lab component.  You are required to complete a certain number of computer labs during the semester.  These labs can be completed on most computers on campus as well as on a home computer without internet access.  I will give you full instruction on how these labs can be completed. 
                                                                     
Missing an Exam or Quiz
In general, there are no make-ups!!  However, if you have a good reason to miss an exam or quiz you must e-mail me as soon as possible and provide appropriate documentation the following class day by either e-mail or hand delivered.  Examples of good reasons are job interviews, doctor’s appointment, jury duty, etc… Please note the instructor reserves the right to deny make up if the reason is trivial or if the student does not have documentation.  The student will receive two additional days for make-ups from the day the student returns with the document.  If not, the final exam grade will replace one low exam grade if it is higher or if the student missed the exam.

Withdrawing From Class
After 3 absences that are not excused, the instructor reserves the right to drop the student from the class.  Please notify me by e-mail if you miss class. 

Academic Honesty
Unless you are notified beforehand, collaboration with others on any graded work is prohibited.  Violations of this policy will result in a 0 for that work.

The Grades of IP, I, and F

The grade of IP is assign to a student who does not finish the semester with an overall average of 70 or higher, but had good attendance and class participation.  The grade of IP is assigned to a student who does not finish the semester with an overall average of 70 or higher due to unavoidable circumstances such as a house burning down, a death in the family, health related issues etc....  Students with an average of less than 70 who do not maintain good attendance and class participation will receive a grade of F.  Class participation is defined as taking all exams and being present.

Conduct
Students are expected to conduct themselves in the classroom in a manner that is conducive to the learning environment.  Cursing, talking on cell phones, or being disrespectful towards another student or the teacher etc… is unacceptable behavior.  The instructor reserves the right to ask the student to leave class if the behavior continues.  No LAPTOP computers or any electronic devices are allowed in the classroom and ALL CELL PHONES MUST BE OFF.

Math Achievement Center (MAC): The MAC is staffed by professional math tutors that have been trained to help with all levels of math—from Pre-Algebra through Calculus.  The MAC is located in Winship 110.  Not only does the MAC offer individualized tutoring-- it also has computers where students can work on assignments that are computer based.  The MAC also has small rooms for study groups.  Operating hours are 8:30-7:30 Mon.-Thurs., 8:30-4:00 Friday, noon-4:00 Saturday, 1-4:30 Sundays (located in ACAD 200 on Sundays).  For more information visit LoneStar.edu/STEM

THE USE OF CALCULATORS IS NOT ALLOWED IN MATH 0306.   

















Text:
MATH 0306  SPRING 2017


Instructor:
Prof Philip Effiong








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MLK Holiday
College Closed
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Vitae/Syllabi - Please post these.
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Official Day
Please take Attendance.
Official Day Roster- Instructor, Please verify your class roster.
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College Closed - March 13-19, 2016






St. Patrick's Day


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LAB 14 TO 20 DUE DATE

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Spring Holiday
College Closed


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GEOMETRY 1

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