Roane State Community College

Division of Mathematics and Sciences

MATH 1420-000
Geometry Concepts for Teachers
Spring 2019
SYLLABUS

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

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COURSE INFORMATION

Course Type Lecture; Face-to-Face

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Credit Hours 3

Course Objectives: A continuation of MATH 1410, this course includes elementary number
theory, irrational number, basic algebra, interest (simple and compound), elements of
plane and solid geometry (especially working with measurements and formulas), the
metric system, and basic statistics.
This course is not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.

Prerequisites for this course: MATH 1410 or consent of instructor.

As this class is a continuation of MATH 1410, it is highly recommended that students pass
MATH 1410 with a C or better before continuing to MATH 1420.
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Course Competencies

After successfully completing this course, students will be able to…

 Competency 1: Work problems involving basic algebra.
 Competency 2: Use inductive reasoning to predict the nth term of a sequence.
 Competency 3: Work problems that deal with functions and their special properties.
 Competency 4: Solve problems using linear equations in the rectangular coordinate
system.
 Competency 5: Solve elementary probability problems.
 Competency 6: Work problems of elementary statistics involving:
 Measures of central tendency and variation
 Graphical displays including: bar graphs, pie charts, histograms, boxplots, and
stemplots
 The Normal distribution using the Empirical Rule
 Percentiles and quartiles
 Competency 7: Work the basic problems of informal geometry of lines, planes,
angles, simple closed curves, and simple closed surfaces.
 Competency 8: Work simple graph theory problems. (Optional)
 Competency 9: Work problems of geometry that involve congruence of triangles,
constructions, and similar figures.
 Competency 10: Work transformation problems including reflections, rotations,
translations, and tessellations.
 Competency 11: Solve problems of measurement and the metric system involving
linear measures, area, volume, and temperature.

Course Topics

Topics covered in this course include:

 Chapter 8—Real Numbers and Algebraic Thinking

 Chapter 9—Probability
 Chapter 10—Data Analysis/Statistics: An Introduction
 Chapter 11—Introductory Geometry
 Chapter 12—Congruence and Similarity with Constructions
 Chapter 13—Congruence and Similarity with Transformations
 Chapter 14—Area, Pythagorean Theorem, and Volume
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TEXTBOOKS AND SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS

Textbook: A Problem Solving Approach to Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers,

12th edition, Billstein, Libeskind, Lott; Pearson.
NOTE: Textbook access is available with the required purchase of MyMathLab access. A
physical textbook is optional, but not required.
MyMathLab Access Code: (Course ID: xxxx######) Packet ISBN: 978-0321199911
NOTE: This is the same access code that was used during MATH 1410 and will not need to
be repurchased as long as you have the current edition (12th edition).
Required Technology: Each student will need to have access to the following:
1. Calculator. A scientific calculator will be helpful during class and on the homework. Cell
phone calculators will not be allowed on tests or quizzes.
2. Mobile Device. A mobile device (cell phone, tablet, or laptop) with Wi-Fi capabilities
DURING class for daily quizzes and other class activities.
3. Internet Access. You will need internet access OUTSIDE of class to complete homework
assignments (in MyMathLab) and interact with the class (in Momentum, etc.).

GRADING AND EVALUATION

Grading procedure: Instructors, it is suggested that you assign at least 10% of the course
grade to the online homework and at least 15% to the final exam. You should enter details of
your grading procedure for your students in this section. Be sure to address your policy on
deadlines, late work, etc.
Grading scale: Your final letter grade will be assigned based on the following scale:
Percentage Letter Grade
90-100% A
80-89.9% B
70-79.9% C
60-69.9% D
¿ 60% F
Grades will not be rounded. No bonus points or extra credit will be offered.

HONORS PROGRAM

This course may be taken for Honors credit. If you are interested in the Honors Program, or
in receiving Honors Credit for this class, please talk to the instructor. See the following
Honors Program webpage for more information: Roane State Community College Honors
Program (Website) (http://www.roanestate.edu/?5873-Honors-Program).
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SYLLABUS CHANGES

The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the syllabus and/or schedule as long
as the students are notified.

PLAGIARISM AND ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Academic Misconduct includes, but is not limited to, Plagiarism, Cheating, Fabrication and
Facilitation. Academic misconduct is prohibited. Upon identification of misconduct, an
instructor has the authority to assign an “F” or a zero for the exercise, the examination, or
the entire course. Students guilty of academic misconduct that would typically result in the
grade of “F” for the course will not be permitted to drop the class in which the academic
misconduct occurred. The instructor will contact the appropriate Division Dean who will
then contact Records and request that an administrative hold be placed on the course in
question. The instructor will notify the student of the appropriate due process/appeal
procedure. The administrative hold will remain in place until the academic misconduct
matter is concluded.

All students will be asked to read, sign, and abide by the Academic Misconduct Agreement.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Qualified students with disabilities will be provided reasonable and necessary academic
accommodations if determined eligible by the appropriate disability services office staff.
Prior to granting disability accommodations in the course, the instructor must receive
written verification of a student's eligibility for specific accommodations from the disability
services office staff. It is the student's responsibility to initiate contact with the disability
services staff and to follow the established procedures for having the accommodation
notice sent to the instructor. Students requiring modifications due to documented disability
must notify faculty within the first two weeks of class.

PREVENTING SEXUAL DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination against any
participant in an educational program or activity that receives federal funds. Title IX covers
discrimination in programs, admissions, activities, faculty-to-student sexual harassment,
and student-to-student sexual harassment. RSCC's policy against sexual harassment
extends not only to employees of the college, but to students as well. If unlawful sexual
harassment or gender-based discrimination is encountered, please bring this to the
attention of the class professor, or contact Mr. Odell Fearn, Title IX Coordinator, at 865-
354-3000, ext. 4212 or 4679 or email at fearnao@roanestate.edu.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND ADDITIONAL STUDENT RESOURCES

Center for Teaching Arts and Technology (CTAT): CTAT helps with Momentum/D2L for
faculty, students, and staff. If you need assistance navigating through D2L, please visit
Momentum Help Page to view some of the Quick Start Guides or videos CTAT created for
RSCC students. If you need assistance with D2L or other technology assistance, please feel
free to email ctatmailbox@roanestate.edu or call 865-882-4556.

Help Desk: The Help Desk provides networking and technical support for Roane State
campus computers as well as the faculty, staff, and students who use them. If you have
technical problems with your computer, email, password, or RaiderNet, please contact the
RSCC Help Desk by calling 865-354-3000 ext. 4357 (HELP), emailing help@roanestate.edu,
or visiting the Help Desk website (http://www.roanestate.edu/?250-Help-Desk).

Learning Center: Roane State’s Learning Centers are a resource for extra help
understanding assignments and course content. The Learning Centers offer free tutoring in
many subjects, including math! For more information, visit the Learning Center’s Website
(http://www.roanestate.edu/?6143-Learning-Center).

EMERGENCY SITUATION RESPONSE:

To assist in preserving your personal safety, the Roane State Police Department
recommends that you view the Run Hide Fight video (http://www.roanestate.edu/?10249-
Options-to-Survive-an-Active-Shooter-on-Campus-Run-Hide-Fight) that is taught to the
members of RSCC Faculty and Staff. If after viewing this video you have any questions,
please contact any member of the Police Department (http://www.roanestate.edu/?6826-
Police-Department).