MATH-070-57864 - Intermediate Algebra - Helen Atniel
| Course: | Intermediate Algebra |
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| Professor: | Helen Atniel |
| Email: | helen.atniel@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
This course is taught in a remote education format via Zoom and Canvas. Attendance (via Zoom) is mandatory. You will need to have access to Canvas to take this course. Classwork, homework, quizzes and exam materials will be available through Canvas. The exams will be administered via Canvas.
This course is a prerequisite for various rigorous math courses designed to prepare STEM majors for a degree in science, mathematics, computer science, or engineering. If you do not plan to be a STEM major, please contact your counselor to determine if a different math course might be a more suitable alternative for your educational needs.
Course Description
This course examines functions and equations involving linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, and absolute-value functions as well as other algebraic topics including radicals, rational exponents, inequalities, and conics.
What to Expect in this Course
Your knowledge in this course will be assessed through online exams, a cumulative final exam, classwork and homework. You will need to have access to Canvas and Zoom to take the course. It is extremely important to attend class and keep up with the assignments. Homework quizzes and exams must be completed during the scheduled class time on the days they are assigned (late submissions will not be accepted unless there is a documented, valid emergency). All due dates will be specified in the course syllabus. Regular attendance is required. You must attend the first class meeting via Zoom at the scheduled day/time. Any student absent on the first day will be dropped.
Types of Assessments
Assessments will include exams, a cumulative final exam, classwork, homework and homework quizzes. More information regarding how grades will be determined will be given in the course syllabus.
Textbook Information
You will need a Student Access Code for MyMathLab for this course. Electronic version of the textbook is available online, so you do not need to purchase a hard copy of the textbook. Without the Access Code, you will not be able to do the homework, quizzes and exams for the course. You can register and purchase an access code for MyMathLab from Pearson inside Canvas. More information will be given on the first day of the course.
If you want a hard copy of the text book:
The ISBN number of the fourth edition is 9780134592886.
You can also buy the third edition for much cheaper. The ISBN number of the third edition is 9780321880154.
Other Relevant Course Information
Students will need to login to Canvas on the first day of the session to access the Zoom meeting link and pertinent course information. Course syllabus and schedule will be available through Canvas on the first day of the session.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.
Library
The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!
Last updated: 08/08/2021 Sub#: 484