COURSE SYLLABUS

MAT 100 Technical Mathematics

Section A
Fall 2018

Instructor Name: Mr. Mathew Kerns

Office Location/Office Hours: C 115 G Tuesday 1-3pm, Thursday 9-11 am and 2-3 pm
Phone Number: 762-4651 ext. 8909
Email: mkerns@fmcc.edu
Website: www.mathmovers.com
Materials: Mathematics for the Trades, A Guided Approach, 10th edition, Saunders and Carman
and a scientific calculator

Course Description
MAT 100 Technical Mathematics 4 s.h.
A first course for most students in Automotive, Construction, and Visual Communications Technologies.
Topics include review of signed numbers and operations, exponents, algebraic fractions, calculator usage,
the metric system, perimeter/area/volume, triangle trigonometry, law of sines and cosines, surveying
applications, and dimensional analysis. Not credited toward the A.S. or A.A. degree mathematics
requirements. Hours of class per week: 4.

Course Student Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:
 Solve practical compound problems dealing with lines, angles, curves, surfaces, and solids by the
use of algebraic manipulation, common geometric and basic trigonometric formulas.
 Solve rate, man-hour, and gear ratio problems using basic algebra skills and proportions.
 Convert between metric and English values and convert between states using dimensional
analysis.
 Read and interpret information in a table and a graph.
 Solve first and second order equations by using the quadric equation and factoring..

Student Responsibilities
1. Exams –
There will be 6 exams in this class. The exams will be worth 100 points each.
 Exam 1 will cover chapters 1 and 2
 Exam 2 will cover chapters 3 and 4
 Exam 3 will cover chapters 5 and 6
 Exam 4 will cover chapter 7
 Exam 5 will cover chapters 8 and 9
 Exam 6 will cover chapter 10
Exam dates will be announced in class and will generally occur two class periods after we finish the last
chapter encompassed on the exam. I will drop the lowest exam score from exams 1 to 6. If you miss an
exam, that will be your dropped score. If a take home test is ever given, you must be present during the
entire class period to receive the test, and you must be present during the entire class period in which
the test is due. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the forfeiture of you being able to take the
test. THERE WILL BE NO MAKEUP EXAMS GIVEN FOR ANY REASON. Extra credit will be given for
students receiving an ‘A’, ‘B’, or ‘C’ on any test. A student will receive 5 additional points for an ‘A’, 3
additional points for a ‘B’, and 1 additional point for a ‘C’. These additional points will be added directly
to that exam score.

2. Final Project –
The final exam will consist of completing a project that will be worth a total of 200 points. The project
will be broken into two parts: part one will be a paper worth 100 points, and part two will be an in class
presentation that will be worth 100 points. Students will select a topic and research why
mathematics is important to their chosen field and write a paper and prepare a 10 minute
presentation addressing this question. The paper needs to be at least two pages but no more
than five pages, double-spaced, and APA formatted. The presentation will be done using
PowerPoint or other presentation software the last few days of class. An outline of the project
will be due by the first week in November and each student must schedule an appointment
with the instructor for approval of his/her semester project and receive final approval of
selected topic. Failing to do so will result in earning a zero for the entire assignment.

3. Homework –
Homework will be assigned at the end of every class and will be discussed during the next class session.
The homework will not be collected and will not count in your overall grade; however, most quizzes will
follow exactly from the homework problems. You should plan to complete each assignment.
Homework should be thought of as practice in order to learn the material and to do well on quizzes and
exams.

4. Quizzes –
There will be 6 quizzes given throughout the semester with one being about every other week. Quizzes
will be announced ahead of time in class and will be administered at the end of the class session on the
date announced. If a take home quiz is ever given, you must be present during the entire class period to
receive the quiz, and you must be present during the entire class period in which the quiz is due. Failure
to meet this requirement will result in the forfeiture of you being able to take the quiz. THERE WILL BE
NO MAKEUP QUIZZES GIVEN FOR ANY REASON.

5. Cell Phones, Laptops, and any Electronic Devices –

These are not needed nor permitted in class. Please turn off all devices and store them away during
each class session. CELL PHONES ARE NOT TO BE USED FOR CALCULATORS. If you have a cell phone out
during a quiz or exam, it will be considered cheating, and you will receive a zero on that quiz or exam.
The first offense for violating this rule will be a verbal warning. The second, and subsequent, offense
will result in the reduction of your overall grade by 5 percentage points for each offense. If there is a
documented reason for a laptop, you must first provide the documentation.

6. Common Courtesies –
 Talk with your friends before or after class but not during.
 No headphones are to be worn in class.
 Arrive on time with paper, textbook, calculator, and all electronics turned off. You must use
your own calculator. Calculator sharing is not permitted.
7. Extra Help –
If you find yourself struggling at any point during the course, please see me immediately! Be sure to
come to office hours for extra help. If you cannot make it during the posted office hours, please see me
after class or email me to make an appointment. The sooner you seek help the better!! You can also
take advantage of the Math Lab located in the Evans Library for additional tutoring services.

Course Content and Outline

Chapter Topics
1 Arithmetic of Whole Numbers
1.1 Reading, Writing, Rounding, and Adding Whole Numbers
1.2 Subtraction of Whole Numbers
1.3 Multiplication of Whole Numbers
1.4 Division of Whole Numbers
1.5 Order of Operations
2 Fractions
2.1 Working With Fractions
2.2 Multiplication of Fractions
2.3 Division of Fractions
2.4 Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Exam #1 (will cover Chapters 1 & 2)
3 Decimal Numbers
3.1 Addition and Subtraction of Decimal Numbers
3.2 Multiplication and Division of Decimal Numbers
3.3 Decimal Fractions
4 Ratio, Proportion, and Percent
4.1 Ratio and Proportion
4.2 Special Applications of Ratio and Proportion
4.3 Introduction to Percent
4.4 Percent Problems
4.5 Special Applications of Percent Calculations
Exam #2 (will cover Chapters 3 & 4)
5 Measurement
5.1 Working With Measurement Numbers
5.2 U.S. Customary Units and Unit Conversion
5.3 Metric Units
5.4 Direct Measurements
6 Pre-Algebra
6.1 Addition of Signed Numbers
6..2 Subtraction of Signed Numbers
6.3 Multiplication and Division of Signed Numbers
6.4 Exponents and Square Roots
Exam #3 (will cover Chapters 5 & 6)
 7 Basic Algebra
7.1 Algebraic Language and Formulas
7.2 Adding and Subtracting Algebraic Expressions
7.3 Solving Simple Equations
7.4 Solving Two-Step Equations
7.5 Solving More Equations and Solving Formulas
7.6 Solving Word Problems
7.7 Multiplying and Dividing Algebraic Expressions
7.8 Scientific Notation
Exam #4 (will cover Chapter 7)
8 Practical Plane Geometry
8.1 Angle Measurement
8.2 Perimeter of Polygons and Area of Quadrilaterals
8.3 Triangles, Regular Hexagons, and Irregular Polygons
8.4 Circles
9 Solid Figures
9.1 Prisms
9.2 Pyramids and Frustums of Pyramids
9.3 Cylinders and Spheres
9.4 Cones and Frustums of Cones
Exam #5 (will cover Chapters 8 & 9)
10 Triangle Trigonometry
10.1 Angles and Triangles
10.2 Trigonometric Ratios
10.3 Solving Right Triangles
10.4 Oblique Triangles
Exam #6 (will cover Chapter 10)
Final Exam Presentations
- First half of class presents
- Second half of class presents

Grading Method
Numerical grades will be calculated by dividing the total points earned by the total points possible.
 Exams 500 Points (5 best scores, 100 points each, worth 53% of your grade)
 Quizzes 240 Points (6 quizzes, 40 points each, worth 26% of your grade)
 Project 200 Points (worth 21% of your grade)
 Total 940 Points

Grading Scale

A 842-940
B 748-841
C 654-747
D 560-653
F 0-652
Attendance Policy
Attendance is an important part of the learning process. As such, you should attend the full class every
day. There is a direct correlation between attendance and your grade. Without regular attendance, it is
difficult to succeed in this class and you may miss important announcements regarding course material
and exams and quizzes. Students are expected to attend class in a regular and punctual manner. If you
miss class, it is your responsibility to get any missed work. Anyone attaining perfect attendance for the
entire semester will receive 20 extra credit points added on to their final points total for the class.

Students with Disabilities Policy:

Fulton-Montgomery Community College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations,
including core services, to qualified students with disabilities. For additional information, go to:
http://www.fmcc.edu/admissions/students-with-disabilities/

Academic Integrity Policy:

Academic integrity refers to a code of values that support and direct the education process. This code is
based on legal, ethical, and educational concerns. Education in large part consists of the acquisition and
demonstration of knowledge according to acceptable standards. Students must be familiar with these
standards and will be held accountable for their use. Not being familiar with these standards is not an
excuse for their breach. http://www.fmcc.edu/academics/programs/academic-integrity-policy/

Campus Civility Statement:

FM is committed to fostering an environment of civility. All members of the FM community and visitors
have the right to experience and the responsibility to create and maintain an environment of mutual
respect and support that is civil in all aspects of human relations. Civility facilitates professional growth
and achievement and promotes an environment where each person can reach his or her full potential.

FMCC Math Lab:

The FMCC Math Lab, located on the 2nd floor of the Evans Library, is available to all students who seek
assistance with math or physical science (Physics, Chemistry, etc.) courses. We offer one-on-one or
small group tutoring on a drop-in basis. There are peer or professional tutors available throughout the
day. Computers are available for online homework assignments.

FM Sustainability Statement

The Sustainability Committee at FM looks for opportunities across campus that would reduce waste;
maximize our energy efficiency; and minimize the College’s impact on the environment. The committee
also looks for opportunities to foster awareness and education of sustainability efforts; large and
small. Sustainability efforts at FM look to involve as many constituent groups on campus and in the local
community as possible.
Disclaimer
All policies and subsections of this syllabus are subject to change and revision at the instructor’s
discretion. I reserve the right to implement missed tests and quizzes on a case-by-case basis. If you are
diligent with your work and attend lecture on a regular basis and participate actively in class, then I may
allow missed work to be made up. You may come to me and discuss your individual situation to see
whether it merits a make-up item or not. If you are habitually absent and are not performing well in
class, then the likelihood of you being allowed to make-up any material missed will be severely limited.
Again, this will be decided on a case-by-case, individual basis. All tests and/or quizzes that are permitted
to be made up must be done so before they are passed back to the rest of the class which is usually one
day.