Math for Tech Trades - Transcripted Credit
Syllabus: Math for Tech Trades
Instructor and Class Information
Instructor Name: Nancy Schlageter
Email: [email protected]
Location: Cornell High School
Instructor Prep Hour: 2:15-2:58 pm, 3:25-4:00 pm
Section Number: 804-360
Start/End Date: 8/23/2023 to 5/23/2024
Meeting Times11:57-12:40 pm M-F
Meeting Location: Room 403
This course is being taught at Cornell High School. It will be two semesters in length. We will meet M-F from 11:45-12:30. It is aligned with the course competencies and outcomes outlined by CVTC. The course also uses unit assessments provided by CVTC. If you successfully complete this class with a C or better, you will receive 2 credits for this class through CVTC.
Pre/Corequisites
Recommend one year of high school algebra and geometry
Course Description
Math for Technical Trades is an applied technical math course. The course includes arithmetic, measurement calculation, formula manipulation, basic geometry, right triangle trigonometry, and interpretation of visual displays of data, with an emphasis on contextualized technical applications.
Competencies
Textbooks
Mathematics for the Trades: A Guided Approach, 11th edition by Saunders and Carman, Paper book ISBN: 987-0-12-475696-7. Electronic format is also acceptable.
Learner Supplies
Math for Technical Trades
Unit Topic1
Whole Number & Decimal Arithmetic
Unit Topic 2
Fraction, Ratio/Proportion, Percent
Unit Topic 3
Measurement & Conversion
Unit Topic 4
Signed Numbers and FormulaManipulation
Unit Topic 5
Geometry & Trigonometry
Grading & Grading Policies:
B+
87 – 89
C+
77 – 79
D+
67 – 69
A
93 – 100
B
83 – 86
C
73 – 76
D
63 – 66
A-
90 – 92
B-
80 – 82
C-
70 – 72
D-
60 – 62
Below 60% is a failing grade. Grades will be rounded off to the nearest whole number.
Students will be evaluated on the following criteria:
Assignments
10%
Quizzes/Activities/Professionalism
20%
Self Tests
20%
Assessments
50%
1. Homework Assignments –
Homework is a means to gain understanding and practice. I need to see signs of work and comprehension. A list of copied answers is not sufficient.
2. Quizzes:
Quizzes check your understanding and are used to gauge your readiness for tests. If you score poorly on the quiz, you will score poorly on the test questions too unless you make the effort to improve.
3. Activities:
In-Class:
1. All unethical, criminal and other disruptive or disrespectful behavior to instructors and fellow students will not be allowed. Students will not engage in these activities while in the classroom. Students who engage in these behaviors may be subject to sanctions, including dismissal from the class or for a discipline referral.
3. Students shall not engage in behavior that is unsafe, disruptive or unprofessional.
4. Students shall not use language that is profane, obscene, vulgar or suggestive.
5. Students will properly use, maintain, protect and secure all equipment used or issued to them. Lost or damaged equipment will be repaired and paid for by the student.
6. Alcohol will not be consumed or possessed during school hours on school property. Students reporting to class under the influence of alcohol or other drugs will be immediately dismissed. No level of alcohol or drugs should be measurable while on campus for this program.
7. Students shall not copy, cheat, plagiarize any material for any reason or manner whatsoever. If a student witnesses or has knowledge of dishonesty, the student shall report it to the instructor. Failure to report dishonest behavior is a serious offense as the dishonest act itself.
8. All students are expected to cooperatively work together and actively participate in the class activities. Failure to display teamwork, initiative and cooperation will be addressed by the instructor and formally disciplined as needed.
9. General negativity and side conversations are inappropriate.
Active participation is required for the course. Tardiness (arriving late or leaving early) may count against you. Participation is expected to be professional, which means…
Syllabus Changes:
Changes are occasionally needed and occur at the discretion of the instructor. Changes will be announced in class.
Instructor and Class Information
Instructor Name: Nancy Schlageter
Email: [email protected]
Location: Cornell High School
Instructor Prep Hour: 2:15-2:58 pm, 3:25-4:00 pm
Section Number: 804-360
Start/End Date: 8/23/2023 to 5/23/2024
Meeting Times11:57-12:40 pm M-F
Meeting Location: Room 403
This course is being taught at Cornell High School. It will be two semesters in length. We will meet M-F from 11:45-12:30. It is aligned with the course competencies and outcomes outlined by CVTC. The course also uses unit assessments provided by CVTC. If you successfully complete this class with a C or better, you will receive 2 credits for this class through CVTC.
Pre/Corequisites
Recommend one year of high school algebra and geometry
Course Description
Math for Technical Trades is an applied technical math course. The course includes arithmetic, measurement calculation, formula manipulation, basic geometry, right triangle trigonometry, and interpretation of visual displays of data, with an emphasis on contextualized technical applications.
Competencies
- Calculate arithmetic operations involving integers and decimals
- Calculate arithmetic operations involving fractions
- Analyze data and units in measurement systems
- Solve algebraic equations
- Determine properties of geometric figures
- Apply the Pythagorean Theorem and Trigonometric Relationships
- Solve contextualized problems
Textbooks
Mathematics for the Trades: A Guided Approach, 11th edition by Saunders and Carman, Paper book ISBN: 987-0-12-475696-7. Electronic format is also acceptable.
Learner Supplies
- TI-30 Calculator: You may borrow a calculator during class. If you choose to purchase, buy the TI-30 Multiview, which runs $12 to $18.
- Folder
- Paper
- Pencil/Pen
Math for Technical Trades
Unit Topic1
Whole Number & Decimal Arithmetic
Unit Topic 2
Fraction, Ratio/Proportion, Percent
Unit Topic 3
Measurement & Conversion
Unit Topic 4
Signed Numbers and FormulaManipulation
Unit Topic 5
Geometry & Trigonometry
Grading & Grading Policies:
B+
87 – 89
C+
77 – 79
D+
67 – 69
A
93 – 100
B
83 – 86
C
73 – 76
D
63 – 66
A-
90 – 92
B-
80 – 82
C-
70 – 72
D-
60 – 62
Below 60% is a failing grade. Grades will be rounded off to the nearest whole number.
Students will be evaluated on the following criteria:
Assignments
10%
Quizzes/Activities/Professionalism
20%
Self Tests
20%
Assessments
50%
1. Homework Assignments –
Homework is a means to gain understanding and practice. I need to see signs of work and comprehension. A list of copied answers is not sufficient.
- Unit assignments are not accepted after the unit test period has ended.
- Your name (first and last) and your class need to be in the top right corner.
2. Quizzes:
Quizzes check your understanding and are used to gauge your readiness for tests. If you score poorly on the quiz, you will score poorly on the test questions too unless you make the effort to improve.
3. Activities:
In-Class:
- Safety is a PRIORITY
- In-class activities cannot be made up. A missed activity is missed opportunity for gaining knowledge and experience.
- If you miss safety announcements and instructions, you may not be able to participate and may not get credit. This is up to the instructor’s discretion.
- You and your activity partner must participate equally and turn in individual activity reports. Your activity grade is a reflection of the total activity experience: set up, clean up, data collection, analysis, calculations, conclusion, turning in the report.
- Activity shall be neat. This is the report of your findings that you are reporting to a boss, employer, or another scientist. Points will be deducted for mess, stray calculations/numbers in margins, and general lack of legibility. All questions shall be answered in complete sentences and complete thoughts.
- When you depart the activity area, all of the equipment you or your colleagues used that day will be clean and neatly put away. Your activity table will be wiped down neat and tidy upon your departure. UP to 50% grade deduction will be applied to each member of an activity group that does not leave the room the manner described.
- Safety is a PRIORITY. Do activities outside of class with safety in mind.
- If you have a partner, collaborate, but always do your own work and calculations.
- Professionalism and Personal Conduct
1. All unethical, criminal and other disruptive or disrespectful behavior to instructors and fellow students will not be allowed. Students will not engage in these activities while in the classroom. Students who engage in these behaviors may be subject to sanctions, including dismissal from the class or for a discipline referral.
- Reading books, magazines, newspapers that are not an assigned
- Talking on or receiving calls on a cellphone (besides emergency calls where you have notified the instructor)
- Sending or receiving electronic messages
- Viewing content electronically that is not part of the class, including social media.
3. Students shall not engage in behavior that is unsafe, disruptive or unprofessional.
4. Students shall not use language that is profane, obscene, vulgar or suggestive.
5. Students will properly use, maintain, protect and secure all equipment used or issued to them. Lost or damaged equipment will be repaired and paid for by the student.
6. Alcohol will not be consumed or possessed during school hours on school property. Students reporting to class under the influence of alcohol or other drugs will be immediately dismissed. No level of alcohol or drugs should be measurable while on campus for this program.
7. Students shall not copy, cheat, plagiarize any material for any reason or manner whatsoever. If a student witnesses or has knowledge of dishonesty, the student shall report it to the instructor. Failure to report dishonest behavior is a serious offense as the dishonest act itself.
8. All students are expected to cooperatively work together and actively participate in the class activities. Failure to display teamwork, initiative and cooperation will be addressed by the instructor and formally disciplined as needed.
9. General negativity and side conversations are inappropriate.
Active participation is required for the course. Tardiness (arriving late or leaving early) may count against you. Participation is expected to be professional, which means…
- Self Tests/Review:
- Assessments:
- Unexcused absences on test day results in a late test deduction of 20% of what you earned. Late test taking period is 1 week. I
- If you are going to miss a test, contact the instructor in advance and make arrangements. You will receive a similar, but not the same test as the rest of the class.
- Missing a test date more than once will result in a 50% reduction.
- One retake is allowed on tests and quizzes. The score in the grade book is the average of the 2 tests.
Syllabus Changes:
Changes are occasionally needed and occur at the discretion of the instructor. Changes will be announced in class.