Course Syllabus

Syllabus Precalculus A

Mizzou Academy

MAT 1234A | 1/2 Unit Math | Global Course

Welcome

We are pleased that you selected this course to fulfill your unique educational needs. You are now a member of the Mizzou Academy's global student body.

Although the freedom to choose when and where to study is a privilege, it is also a responsibility that requires motivation and self-discipline. To succeed at learning, you will need to develop a study plan by setting realistic goals and working toward them.

This global course is designed through the individual sections to assist in your pacing.

Course Description

The principle goal of Precalculus is to prepare you for the rigors of calculus. This course is designed to give you a better understanding of the concepts, functions, and applications of calculus, and to deepen your understanding of mathematical concepts previously studied to make the transition to calculus as smooth as possible. It is in Precalculus that all of the earlier material studied in mathematics begins to come together. Concepts and applications that might have seemed abstract and useless at times will take on new and more concrete meaning! Precalculus A will cover linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric equations and functions; graphing and analyzing these various types of functions and their transformations; linear and nonlinear inequalities. In Precalculus B we will dive into analytic trigonometry; and how to use the laws of trigonometry to solve triangles and represent vectors and further ease your transition into Calculus.

Lead Teacher Introduction

Brennan Ransdell

Teacher

RansdellB@mail.missouri.edu

Mathematics Division Chair

Prerequisites:

To take this course you should have successfully completed Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II.

Course Objectives

This course covers the following concepts:

Functions and graphing functions
Operations on functions
Polynomial and Rational Expressions
Zeros of Polynomial Functions, Rational Functions, and Nonlinear Inequalities
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Exponential and Logarithmic Applications
Linear and Nonlinear systems of equations
Systems and Matrices
Sequences and Series
Mathematical Induction and Probability

Pacing

This course can be completed in as few as six weeks or take up to 6 months (180 calendar days). The six weeks are counted from the date of the first lesson submission and not the date of enrollment.

Required Materials

There is no textbook required for this course.

You will need a graphing calculator. All tutorials and explanations for applications using graphing calculators in this course will implement instructions using a Ti-83 or Ti-84 graphing calculator.

Technical Requirements

The most up-to-date requirements can be found here:

Computer Requirements
Browser Requirements
Proctoring Requirements
Microphone (external or internal)
Webcam

Additional requirements for the course are below:

audio and video recording capabilities (e.g. smartphone, camera)
Students need access to a computer with an updated operating system and a software suite (such as Microsoft Office) to produce and upload instructor graded assignments.

Accessibility

If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please contact Mizzou Academy.

Quizzes & Assignments

You should submit all assigned work in sequence (Lesson 1, then Lesson 2, etc.) Assignments for the course are listed at the bottom of this syllabus.

Quizzes

Quizzes are taken online. After you submit them, you’ll quickly receive a report on how you did. Unlike exams, you may use any assigned readings, your notes, and other course-related materials to complete graded quizzes and assignments.

Assignments

Assignments may require you to submit your completed work in the form of a file (such as a text document, image, audio or video recording, or multimedia presentation) or a hyperlink for grading.

Practice

There are PRACTICES throughout the course. These activities are ungraded and can be submitted multiple times.

Reading and Using Feedback

After your work has been graded, you will receive a report that provides individualized feedback and comments on your work. Look carefully at what you missed and read any corresponding feedback. Then study the lesson materials to make certain that you can accomplish the associated learning objectives.

Each lesson provides step-by-step instructions on how to submit your work. Be sure to check submitted work carefully for errors (e.g. spelling, grammar, and punctuation) as they may result in points being deducted.

Exams

You are required to take proctored exams for this course.

See the "About Exams" in the policies section for additional information on exams with Mizzou Academy.

Grades

Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on assignments and exams.

Points Distribution
Source	Available Points
Assignments	200
Quizzes	225
Midterm Exam	320
Final Exam	320
Total	1065

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**Grading Scale**
Grade	Percentage
A	90–100
B	80–89
C	70–79
D	60–69
F	0–59

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Canvas and Technical Support

Canvas will be used as the primary platform for accessing course materials and assignments for this class.

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