Download ABE 041.01 Geometry

NORTH SEATTLE COLLEGE
BASIC & TRANSITIONAL STUDIES
GEOMETRY
JUNE 27TH, 2016-AUGUST 18TH, 2016
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
COURSE INFORMATION
Instructor: Alexandra (Alex) Abeyta
Prefix/Number: 1820 ABE 041.01
Phone: (206) 934-4549
Course Title: Geometry
Office: IB2410B
Credits: 5 credits
Office Hours: Mon & Wed 12:30 pm-2:00 pm
Location: IB 3330
E-mail: [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10:50 am-12:20 pm
CANVAS Website: https://canvas.northseattle.edu/
No Class: July 4th Independence Day
DESCRIPTION
Geometry is the study of measurement and the relationships of lines, angles, plane (flat) figures, and solid
figures. Topics include the study of angles and triangles and the study of distance, area, and volume.
Successful course completion will result in 1.0 high school mathematics credit (geometry).
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course, students will meet and apply the following ABE College and Career Readiness
Standards:
Mathematics-Geometry
 Draw and identify lines and angles, and classify shapes by properties of their lines and angles.
 Graph points on the coordinate plane to solve real-world and mathematical problems.
 Classify two-dimensional figures into categories based on their properties.
 Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving area, surface area, and volume.
 Solve problems involving measurement and conversion of measurements from a larger unit to a
smaller unit.
 Geometric measurement: understand concepts of angle and measure angles.
 Geometric measurement: understand concepts of volume and relate volume to multiplication and
to addition.
 Draw, construct, and describe geometrical figures and describe the relationships between them.
 Solve real-life and mathematical problems involving angle, measure, area, surface area, and
volume.
 Understand congruence and similarity using physical models, transparencies, or geometry
software.
 Understand and apply the Pythagorean Theorem.
TOPICS OF STUDY
Unit 1: Angles
Unit 4: Area
 Angle Measurement
 Area of a Quadrilateral
 Angle Classification
 Area of a Triangle
 Angle Relationships
 Area of a Circle
 Parallel Lines
 Two-Step Area Problems
Unit 2: Triangles
Unit 5: Volume
 Sum of Angles
 Recognizing Solid Figures
 Types of Triangles
 Volume of a Cube/Rectangular Solid
 Similar Triangles
 Volume of a Cylinder/Cone
 Squares and Square Roots
 Two-Step Volume Problems
 Pythagorean Theorem
Unit 6: Application of Geometry
Unit 3: Perimeter
 Customary Length Units
 Metric Length Units
 Adding/Subtracting Length Units
 Multiplying/Dividing Length Units
 Recognizing Polygons
 Polygon Perimeter
 Circumference of a Circle
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Surface Area
Applying the Pythagorean Theorem
Symmetry: Reflection and Rotation
Similar Figures
Scale Drawings and Models
Trigonometry
Coordinate Geometry
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Each day various strategies for problem solving will be introduced through lecture, which will be followed
by examples, discussion, questions, practice, and an assignment. Students will be given time in class to
work in groups, pairs or individually to solve problems and to correct homework assignments. All
assignments, notes, activities, and due dates will be posted on our class CANVAS website.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Lined Notebook Paper/Binder
Pencil/Pen
Text: Contemporary’s Number Power: Geometry
Calculator TI-30XS
HOMEWORK POLICY
Assignments, class notes, and due dates are posted on our class CANVAS website. Students can expect 30
minutes to one hour of homework per day.
Submission Guidelines:
- Homework assignments must be submitted on lined note book paper.
- Do not combine assignments on one page. Please use a new piece of paper for each new
homework assignment.
- Student name, assignment name, page number, and problem numbers must be written in the top
left-hand corner of the page.
- All assignments are due the following day in class.
Homework Grading:
- √+ (3 points) Student has completed entire assignment and written down solution process for
each question.
- √ (2 points): Student has completed at least 75% of assignment and written down solution process
for each completed question.
- √− (1 point): Student has completed at least 50% of assignment and written down solution process
for each completed question
- Incomplete (o points)
- Student has not submitted assignment or
- Assignment is less than 50 % complete or
- Student has written down answers but not the solution process
LATE WORK
Students will lose 25% for homework assignments that are one day late. The instructor will not accept
work that is two days late. Attached to this syllabus are 4 vouchers for late homework assignments.
These vouchers allow students to turn in an assignment up to 1 week late with no loss in points. The
voucher must be attached to the late assignment.
GRADING POLICY
Grading is based on homework assignments (35%), unit quizzes (40%), and the final exam (25%).
The Seattle Colleges uses a numerical grading system. Numerical grades may be considered equivalent to
percentage grades as follows:
PERCENTAGE
GRADE
PERCENTAGE
GRADE
96-100
4.0
79
2.4
94-95
3.9
78
2.3
93
3.8
77
2.2
92
3.7
76
2.1
91
3.6
75
2.0
90
3.5
74
Y
89
3.4
73
Y
88
3.3
72
Y
87
3.2
71
Y
86
3.1
70
Y
85
3.0
69
Y
84
2.9
68
Y
83
2.8
67
Y
82
2.7
66
Y
81
2.6
65
Y
80
2.5
≤64
Y
Grading Options:
Y- Indicates that a student did not perform at a passing level. Students who receive a ‘Y’ grade are eligible
to retake the course.
I--indicates that the student performed at a passing level, completed most of the course requirements, and
intends to make up the missing work. An Incomplete is given only at the discretion of the instructor when
the student has attended regularly, done satisfactory work, and furnished satisfactory proof to the
instructor that the work cannot be completed because of illness or other circumstances beyond the
student's control. Coursework must be completed during the following quarter, excluding summer
quarter. If the student fails to remove the "I" by completing the coursework in the specified time period,
the "I" will remain on the transcript.
Minimum Grade Point Average
Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 to earn a high school diploma at
North Seattle College.
Students who earn a final grade of 2.0 or higher earn 1 high school mathematics credit and are eligible for
promotion to the next mathematics course.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Course Credit
To receive credit for the course, students must attend 80% of instructional days during the quarter. Three
5-minute tardies is equal to 1 absence. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor on the day
of the absence in order to communicate the reason for the absence.
Course Completion Contract
If a student is absent for 3 consecutive class days without contacting the instructor or falls below the
required 80% attendance requirement, the student will be required to meet with the instructor to draft a
Course Completion Contract.
In the event that a student is unable to meet the requirements of the Course Completion Contract, the
student may be asked to complete the course during a subsequent quarter.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Any student who feels s/he may need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability should
contact the instructor privately to discuss their specific needs. Students should also contact the Disability
Support Services office at 206-934-3697 in room CC 2346A, College Center, to coordinate reasonable
accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
CAMPUS CLOSURES
In the event of inclement weather, you may check for campus closure information at
www.northseatle.edu or sign up to receive campus alerts at www.getrave.com. Upon registration, you
will be notified of all campus emergencies and closures.
CLASS EXPECTATIONS
In order to maintain an environment of mutual rights, these guidelines will be followed:
1. Food and drinks are not allowed in the computer lab.
2. Students will make a commitment to attending class. Students will come to class on time, with
materials, and ready to do their best. In addition, students will remain in class during the allotted
time. If a student must arrive late or leave early, it is their responsibility to receive prior approval
from the teacher.
3. All electronic equipment must be turned off or on silent mode while in class. All phone calls and
text messages must be answered outside of the classroom.
4. Students will refrain from making disruptive noises during instruction. This includes side
conversations and the use of the pencil sharpener.
5. Students will respect one another and be open to each other’s differences and ideas. Putting
down or degrading another student or teacher will not be tolerated.
Failure to comply with this code of conduct may result in being sent home for the day and will
result in disciplinary measures.