The objective of all the courses is to give the student the necessary skills to use math effectively. Each quiz problem must be worked correctly from beginning to end in order to receive credit. The quizzes are computer generated so that each is a little different from the others. It is important that a thorough review be done before attempting the final exam.
All courses require the use of a graphing calculator.
The calculator should serve as a tool to enhance your understanding by allowing you to easily examine problems from a graphical and numerical perspective in addition to the traditional algebraic techniques. The lecture sections are designed for students who need the discipline imposed by the absolute deadlines and for students who prefer to learn by listening to an explanation. They are not the best choice for students who work slowly, students who learn primarily by working homework problems, or students who are reviewing previously learned material. Lecture sections use the same quizzes and grading scale as the mastery section. The instructor will finish lecturing the quiz material approximately three days before the quiz deadline.