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The PLAR application process is outlined in http://www.durhamcollege.ca/plar. Full-time and part-time students must
adhere to all deadline dates. Please email: PLAR@durhamcollege.ca for details.
PLAR Eligibility
Yes X No
Assignment
Exam
X Portfolio
X Other
Student receiving a credit for this course will have This course will contribute to the achievement of
reliably demonstrated their ability to: the following Essential Employability Skills:
CLO1 Perform basic arithmetic operations with EES 1. Communicate clearly, concisely and
whole numbers, fractions, decimals, correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form
proportions, percents, rational numbers, both that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of
manually and with the aid of a calculator, the audience.
following order of operations agreement.
EES 2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual
CLO2 Simplify variable expressions and messages in a manner that ensures effective
polynomials using exponent laws, communication.
substitution, the distributive property,
combining like terms and factoring. X EES 3. Execute mathematical operations
accurately.
CLO3 Translate phrases and sentences into
variable expressions. X EES 4. Apply a systematic approach to solve
problems.
CLO4 Solve first degree equations in one variable,
fractional equations and basic literal X EES 5. Use a variety of thinking skills to
equations including applications.(word anticipate and solve problems.
problems)
EES 6. Locate, select, organize, and document
CLO5 Solve problems using the concepts of information using appropriate technology and
proportion and percent. information systems.
CLO6 Solve systems of linear equations in two EES 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant
variables using algebraic methods (addition information from a variety of sources.
and/or substitution) including applications.
EES 8. Show respect for the diverse opinions,
(word problems)
values, belief systems, and contribution of
CLO7 Graph linear equations in two variables using others.
a table of values, coordinates, intercepts
EES 9. Interact with others in groups or teams
and slope.
in ways that contribute to effective working
CLO8 Generate a linear equation given relationships and the achievement of goals.
coordinates, slope and/or a graph.
EES 10. Manage the use of time and other
resources to complete projects.
EES 11. Take responsibility for one's own
actions, decisions, and consequences.
Test #2 - (week 9) Variable CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 EES3, EES4, EES5 18
Expressions, Solving
Equations, Polynomials and
Factoring
- calculator allowed, short
answer
Test #3 - (week 12) CLO2, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8 EES3, EES4, EES5 18
Rational Expressions, Linear
Equations in two Variables
and Systems of Linear
Equations
- calculator allowed, short
answer
Final Cumulative Test (week CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5, EES3, EES4, EES5 30
14) CLO6, CLO7, CLO8
- calculator allowed, short
answer
Total 100%
Notes:
1. ASSIGNMENTS & QUIZZES: The in - process evaluation mark will be derived from assignments and quizzes.
Any that are missed will receive a mark of zero. Assignments are due either in person or electronically at the
beginning of class ( ten past the hour ) on the due date. No late assignments are accepted. Ten
assignments/quizzes (worth 2% each) will be given throughout the semester. The top 8 marks will be used to
calculate the final in - process evaluation mark.
2. TESTS & FINAL CUMULATIVE TEST: Term tests and the Final Cumulative Test will be written during class
time, as scheduled. The Final Cumulative Test will be held during Week 14. All tests and the Final Cumulative
Test will be closed-book, and pencil and paper based. Students are encouraged to show all steps/work to
demonstrate their use of the mathematical concepts. There are no multiple choice questions on these
evaluations.
3. MIDTERM GRADE: The midterm mark for this course will be calculated from the mark on Test #1 plus an in -
process evaluation mark derived from the top 4 marks on the assignments/quizzes given to date. Five
assignments or quizzes will be given prior to midterm mark calculation.
4. MISSED FINAL CUMULATIVE TEST POLICY: Students in this course are eligible for the missed Final
Cumulative Test policy. The details of this policy and the procedure to follow, if required, are found at:
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/academicpolicies under the headings Missed Final Examinations Policy and
Missed Final Examinations Procedure
3. NOTEBOOK:
Students will need a binder, or notebook, that can accommodate a section for lecture notes (printouts from
postings on DC Connect), work from practice exercises in the textbook, handouts, tests and assignments.
4. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS:
Access to a high speed internet connection is advised for using DC Connect (the Learning Management
System) and veiwing/downloading documents.
ABSENCES: In the event of an absence, it is the student's responsibility to find out from peers what was missed,
prior to coming to the next class. Missed information may include notes, handouts, practice questions, group work
and/or assignments. The student is also expected to review the missed material on his/her/their own, or with a
classmate. The professor will be available (by appointment) to discuss any concerns or to review any content that the
student is having difficulty with, but it is not the professor's responsibility to re-teach what the student missed during
the entire lecture class time.
All assignments are due by the date and time deadline indicated on the document and/or as posted on DC Connect
whether the student is present at the time or not.
Graded tests and assignments will be handed back to students in class. If a student is absent at the time, the
professor will retain papers and an appointment should be made to arrange to pick up the work. It is the student's
responsibility to obtain and retain graded tests and assignments for future reference.
ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE: Students are encouraged to discuss academic concerns with the professor as early as
possible, should the need arise. Additional help from the professor is available (by appointment) outside of class time
for individuals or groups on an as-needed or on a regularly scheduled basis.
Academic issues that can affect a student's success may also be discussed with the Student Advisor in the School of
Interdisciplinary Studies (Rm SW216) e.g. course selection, success strategies, and personal situations that may
require accommodation. Contact information for the School of Interdisciplinary Studies can be found at:
www.durhamcollege.ca/student-experience/helping-you-succeed/academic-support-resources/student-advisors
The Student Academic Learning Services (SALS, located on the 2nd floor of the Student Services Building) is highly
recommended for students who need extra support for mathematics. At SALS, (or through the SALS course on a
student's DC Connect homepage or the SALS website) students can access computerized tutorials for individual skill
development. SALS also provides peer tutoring, subject specific assistance, workshops for improving study skills and
preparing for tests and the final cumulative test, and peer study groups. (For further information about SALS, please
see: www.durhamcollege.ca/sals)
ATTENDANCE: Attendance has been shown to be the best predictor of student success. The only way to ensure
that students are able to keep pace with the new concepts being taught, or to clarify and reinforce information, is to be
in class. To that end, a number of in-class activities will be evaluated throughout the semester, e.g. quizzes,
assignments, and group work. There are no make-up opportunities for these activities; however, only the top 8 out of
10 of these marks will be used in the final mark calculation.
DC CONNECT: Students must REGULARLY access and reference DC Connect (the college learning management
system) to keep up to date with this course. Notifications by email and/or text can be easily set up to send reminders
when content, discussions, announcements and grades are updated.
IN-CLASS EXPECTATIONS: At all times, students are expected to respect the rights of other students to have a
distraction-free learning environment. A student who is not able to fulfill this expectation may be asked to leave the
classroom and he/she would then be obliged to independently complete the assignments and/or prepare for the tests
and/or the final cumulative test.
To assist in maintaining a distraction-free learning environment, students are expected to arrive on time, have their cell
phones turned off, and be prepared for class with the appropriate text and supplies (e.g. a calculator, a sharpened
pencil or a pen, a notebook, etc.). If a student uses a laptop computer, it is expected that any programs that are not
directly related to the learning activities in the classroom e.g. e-mail, social media, games, etc., will be closed.
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPECTATIONS: Regular homework, or practice, from the textbook exercises, is an essential part
of this course because it provides the opportunity to apply the concepts covered in class, reinforce the processes used
and build confidence working with the concepts. Students should expect to spend time after each class developing
the skills needed to move on to the next concept in the course. Many mathematical concepts are built on the more
basic ones covered at the beginning of the course, and without a good understanding of the basics, moving ahead can
often become difficult. Practice is the only way to demonstrate understanding before being faced with a test or the
SUPPLEMENTAL WORK (extra assignments): Students WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to complete any supplemental
work to boost their grades. It is in the student's best interest to attend all classes and complete all assigned work with
maximal effort.
TESTS AND FINAL CUMULATIVE TEST: Students must be prepared to write the tests and the final cumulative test
at the scheduled time and attend those sessions with the appropriate materials: pens, pencils, and calculator(if
permitted).
Students will not be permitted to write a term test if they arrive more than 20 minutes late, and students will not be
permitted to leave during the first 20 minutes once the test has begun. If a student is late and permitted entry, no
extra time will be allotted for writing the test.
The final cumulative test is written in Week 14. The final cumulative test is covering content from weeks 1 through 13.
IT IS THE STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO ACCESS INFORMATION REGARDING THE DATE AND TIME OF
THE FINAL CUMULATIVE TEST.
The College policy will be followed concerning late arrival for the final cumulative test. The policy states that a student
will not be permitted entry or the opportunity to write the final cumulative test if he/she arrives more than 30 minutes
late. The missed final cumulative test policy for the college may then be followed, and the student must contact the
School of Interdisciplinary Studies (in SW216) within 48 hours of the final cumulative test time in order to register for
the make-up final cumulative test opportunity (a fee will apply).
Again, a graphing calculator, cell phone, iPod, iPad/tablet, laptop or any other electronic device with calculator
capability is not acceptable for tests and the final cumulative test, and the sharing of calculators is not permitted during
these times.
There will be NO individual rewrites, make-up tests, or rescheduling of term tests because of absence. If, for any
reason whatsoever, a student is absent for a test, the weighting of the final cumulative test will be shifted so that it will
also represent the mark achieved on the missed test. (e.g. the final cumulative test would be worth 48% if Test #1
was missed) This make-up opportunity is only available for one missed test. A mark of "0" will be assigned to any
other missed test(s).
USING TECHNOLOGY: Computer malfunctions or problems will never be accepted as an excuse for late or missing
course requirements. It is the student's responsibility to resolve technical issue prior to the deadlines for submission
of his/her/their work or evaluations.
Refer to the following documents for further details concerning the college policies on acceptable use of information
technology and the rights and responsibilities of students at www.durhamcollege.ca/about-us/corporate-
links/governance/policies and choose Acceptable Use of Information Technology (Policy and Procedure).
4. Course outlines should be retained for future needs (i.e. university credits, transfer of credits etc.)
Students will be notified in writing of changes that involve the addition or deletion of learning outcomes or
evaluations, prior to changes being implemented, as specified in the Course Outline Policy and Procedure at
Durham College.
WHOLE NUMBERS
Evaluation Weighting
In - Process Evaluations 16%
- ongoing throughout the course
- find the least common multiple, the greatest common factor and convert between improper and mixed
fraction forms
- build equivalent fractions
and reduce fractions to lowest terms
- manually add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions
- write decimals in standard form, in words, and round a decimal to a given place value
- manually add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals and convert between decimals and fractions
- perform order of operations with fractions and decimals
Evaluation
RATIONAL NUMBERS
Evaluation
Review Test #1
Evaluation
Evaluation Weighting
Test #1 18%
(Covers material listed in Whole Numbers, Fractions and Decimals,
Proportion and Percent and Rational Numbers)
Evaluation
Evaluation
- solve equations by factoring when applied to word problems (Integer and Geometry)
RATIONAL EXPRESSIONS
Review Test #2
Evaluation
Evaluation Weighting
Test #2 18%
(Covers material listed in Variable Expressions, Solving Equations,
Polynomials and Factoring)
- plot points on a graph using the properties of the Rectangular (Cartesian) Coordinate System
- graph linear (two variable) equations using table of values and/or the intercept method
- graph horizontal and vertical lines from their equations
- calculate the slope of a straight line and distinguish between parallel and perpendicular straight lines
- determine the equation of a line using either the point-slope form or the slope-intercept form
Evaluation
Review Test #3
Evaluation
Evaluation Weighting
Test #3 18%
(Covers material listed in
Rational Expressions, Linear Equations in two Variables and Systems
of Linear Equations)
Evaluation
Evaluation Weighting
Final Cumulative Test 30%