Section 1. Proposal Information
Course Developer:
 Wendy Lightheart  
Date: 1/7/2015 
Catalog year to take effect : 
2015-2016 __
2016-2017   X 

Revision in credits
/Contact Hours

Type of Proposal
 Revised course 
 199 Experimental Course
 299 Experimental Course

Type of Course:
 Lower Division Collegiate (transfer)
 Professional/Technical (program requires)
 Professional/Technical (stand-alone)
 Developmental, numbered below 100

Rationale:
How does this proposal further the goals of the program or department? The 5th credit given as a lecture hour guarantees that students are getting what they paid for-- not optional. The added class time allows this to happen. While students were expected to spend 3 hours per week in the MRC for the 5th credit, most students were not doing so. By changing the 5th credit to a lecture hour, instructors will be able to cover the course objectives more thoroughly and provide class activities and/or projects to help students better learn these objectives, so they will be better prepared for the next math course.
     
What evidence supports this proposal? Past MRC attendance and information from students indicates that Math 70 students tend to not utilize the 3 hours of lab time. Students would be more likely to attend class one more hour per week, if the course was changed to a 5 lecture hour course. Since Math 70 covers the same material as Math 60 and Math 65 combined, instructors of Math 70 would be able to cover the material much more effectively, given an additional hour of instruction time each week.  
     
(New courses) How do you know there is a demand for this course?  NA
     

PREVIOUS Catalog/Course Information:
Course Number: MTH 070 Course Title in Banner: Introductory Algebra (30 characters maximum)

Full Course Title in print catalog: Introductory Algebra

Prerequisites: Within the past four terms placed into MTH 070 through the Testing Office. Co-requisites:      
Grade Option:  Graded (with P/NP option)   Pass/No Pass only
Number / Type Credits	Term Minimum Contact	Term Maximum Contact	11-Week Term Contact	
4 Lecture	40 hours (lecture credits x 10)	48 hours (lecture credits x 12)	44 hours (lecture credits x 11)	
   Lec/Lab	   hours (lec-lab credits x 20)	   hours (lec-lab credits x 24)	   hours (lec-lab credits x 22)	
1 Lab	30 hours (lab credits x 30)	36 hours (lab credits x 36)	33 hours (lab credits x 33)	
5 Total credits (sum)	70 Total hours (sum)	84 Total hours (sum)	77 Total hours (sum)	
What will change in this course as a result of changing the credits?
 Course Description 	 Course Outline		 Contact Hours (with instructor)
 Course Outcomes		 Other (explain):      
Section 2. Proposed Course Outline (A general statement of course content that informs class syllabus construction.)
Course Number: MTH 070 Course Title for Banner: Introductory Algebra (30 characters maximum)

Full Course Title for print catalog: Introductory Algebra

Prerequisites: Within the past four terms placed into MTH 070 through the Testing Office. Co-requisites:      
Grade Option:  Graded (with P/NP option)   Pass/No Pass only
Number / Type Credits	Term Minimum Contact	Term Maximum Contact	11-Week Term Contact	
5 Lecture	50 hours (lecture credits x 10)	60 hours (lecture credits x 12)	55 hours (lecture credits x 11)	
   Lec/Lab	   hours (lec-lab credits x 20)	   hours (lec-lab credits x 24)	   hours (lec-lab credits x 22)	
   Lab	   hours (lab credits x 30)	   hours (lab credits x 36)	   hours (lab credits x 33)	
5 Total credits (sum)	50 Total hours (sum)	60 Total hours (sum)	55 Total hours (sum)	

Original Course Description:	
Prerequisite:  Within the past four terms placed into MTH 070 through the Testing Office.   MTH 070 is a fast paced review of algebra for students with recent algebra experience. For students without recent algebra experience, MTH 060 and MTH 065 provide a more relaxed and thorough introduction to the subject.  (Qualified students who are unsure whether to take MTH 070 or MTH 060 should seek the advice of a Counselor or Advisor.)  MTH 070 prepares students for Intermediate Algebra (MTH 095).   Topics include a selective review of arithmetic, tables and graphs, signed numbers, problem solving, linear equations, ratio and proportion, unit analysis, systems of linear equations, polynomials, factoring, quadratic equations, rational expressions, exponents, and radicals. Scientific Calculator is required. Please refer to the Calculator Recommendation Chart on www.lanecc.edu/math.

New Course Description (300 character limit):	
     Same – No change.	
Original Course Outcomes and Proficiencies	Assessments Used	
What did the student know, what could the student do at the end of the course, or what attitudes related to the subject would the student hold?

Upon successful completion of this course, the student:	What evidence did you gather that students have achieved course outcomes? (Assessment tools include departmental tests, written products, portfolios, juried performances, quizzes and exams, or alternative assessments such as qualitative studies, capstone projects, external reviewers, etc.)
How each outcome was assessed:	
1.	Maintain, use, and expand skills and concepts learned in previous mathematics courses.
a. Perform operations with fractions and decimals.
b. Use unit analysis to convert units and solve problems.	A. For each course objective students will demonstrate their knowledge through in-class exams, discussions, group work on activities, and homework.
	
2. Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of rational numbers.	      	
3. Use and apply the concepts and language of algebraic expressions.
	a. Use variables to construct algebraic expressions.
	b. Evaluate algebraic expressions and simplify
expressions using order of 	operations.
	c. Simplify algebraic expressions by removing
parentheses and combining like terms.
4. Solve linear equations and inequalities.
	a. Solve linear equations and formulas
algebraically.
	b. Solve linear inequalities and graph their
solutions on a number line and using interval notation.
5. Use algebra to solve application problems.
	a. Translate verbal models into algebraic
expressions and/or equations. Solve problems.
	b. Solve problems using ratios and proportions.
	c. Solve problems involving similar triangles.
	d. Solve geometry problems involving perimeter,
area, and volume.
6. Interpret information, represented numerically and graphically, and recognize linear relationships represented verbally, numerically, graphically, and algebraically.
	a. Read and interpret information given in a table
or from a graph.
	b. Locate points in a rectangular coordinate system
and represent equations in two variables graphically.
	c. Identify the horizontal and vertical intercepts of
the graph of an equation and interpret them in terms of an application.
	d. Identify the slope of a line and interpret it in
terms of an application.
	e. Use the slope-intercept form of the equation of a
line.
	f. Use the point-slope form of the equation of a
line.
	g. Recognize the relationship between the slopes of
two lines that are parallel or perpendicular.
7. Use information given verbally, numerically, or graphically about a linear relationship between two variables to write a linear equation which models the relationship.
	a. Create a scatter plot from given information and
“eyeball” a line of best fit.
	b. Use the slope-intercept form or the point-slope
form of the equation of a line to develop linear models.
	c. Apply the concepts of linear modeling to a real
world situation of interest to the student.  
	(Students in lecture courses will complete a linear
modeling project to demonstrate achievement of this objective, time permitting.)
8. Solve linear systems of two equations algebraically and graphically.
	a. Solve algebraically and by graphing.
	b. Solve application problems involving linear
systems of equations (including simple interest, motion, and   mixture problems.)
9. Evaluate and/or simplify expressions using the rules of exponents.
10. Use scientific notation.
11.  Use the terminology of polynomials and add, subtract, multiply and divide polynomials.
	a. Recognize and use the terminology of
polynomials.
	b. Evaluate polynomials.
c. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide polynomials (by a monomial).
12.  Factor polynomials
	a. Factor polynomials by removing a common
monomial factor.
	b. Factor trinomials.
	c. Factor special products.	
13. Use square roots and cube roots. 
	a. Evaluate expressions involving square roots or
cube roots.
	b. Use the properties of square roots to simplify
expressions involving square roots and to perform operations with square roots.
14.  Recognize and use quadratic equations.
	a. Sketch the graph of a quadratic equation in two
variables and identify the 
	intercepts and the vertex graphically.
	b. Solve a quadratic equation by factoring or by the
square root property.
15. Use algebra to solve non-linear applications involving the Pythagorean Theorem.
16.  Recognize and use rational expressions
	a. Recognize values of a variable that make a
rational expression undefined.
	b. Reduce rational expressions to lowest terms.
	c. Multiply and divide rational expressions.
	d. Add and Subtract rational expressions with like
denominators.
17.  Make appropriate and efficient use of a scientific calculator. 
	     	
New Course Outcomes and Proficiencies	Assessments Planned	
What will the student know or be able to do at the end of the course, or what attitudes related to the subject will the student hold?

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:	What evidence will you have that students have achieved course outcomes? (assessment tools may include departmental tests, written products, portfolios, juried performances, quizzes and exams, or alternative assessments such as qualitative studies, capstone projects, external reviewers, etc.)
How each outcome will be assessed:	
A. Same – No Changes	A. Same – No Changes	
B.      	B.      	
C.      	C.      	
D.      	D.      	
E.      	E.      	

Original Course Content by Major Topics 
What topics were originally presented? What were the main activities of the course? What were the central themes?
I. Arithmetic Review
	A. Fractions and Operations with Fractions
	B. American and Metric Units
	C. Unit Analysis
	D. Real Numbers
	E. Operations with Real Numbers
	F. Commutative, Associative, and Distributive Properties
	G. Order of Operations
	
II. Variables and Equations
	A. Input-Output Tables
	B. Cartesian Coordinate System and Graphs
	C. Variables
	D. Evaluating and Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
	E. Solving Equations in one variable
	H. Formulas
	I. Solving Linear Inequalities in one variable	
	J. Describing solution sets using the number line and/or interval notation, and set notation

III. Problem Solving
	A. Strategy for Solving Word Problems
	B. Percents
	C. Simple Interest Problems
	D. Mixture Problems
	E. Motion Problems
	F. Ratio and Proportion
	G. Similar Triangles
	H. Problem Solving in Geometry
 
IV. Linear Equations In Two Variables
	A. Graphing Equations in Two Variable 
	B. Intercepts
	C. Horizontal and Vertical Lines; Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
	D. Slope of a Line
	E. Applications of Slope
	F. Slope-Intercept Equation of a Line
	G. Point-Slope Equation of a Line

V. Applications of Linear Equations in Two Variables
	A. Line of Best Fit
	B. Linear Modeling 

VI. Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
	A. Solving Linear Systems Graphically
	B. Solving Linear Systems by Substitution
	C. Solving Linear Systems by Addition
	D. Problem Solving Using Systems of Equations	

VII. Exponents and Polynomials 
	A. Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
	B. Multiplying Polynomials
	C. Special Products
	D. Dividing a Polynomial by a Monomial
	E. Rules of Exponents
	F. Negative Exponents
	G. Scientific Notation

VIII. Factoring Polynomials
	A. The Greatest Common Factor
	B. Factoring by Grouping (optional)
	C. Factoring Trinomials
	D. Factoring Special Forms

IX. Roots and Radicals
	A. Finding Square and Cube Roots
	B. Adding and Subtracting Square Roots
	C. Multiplying Square Roots

X. Quadratic Equations
	A. Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
	B. Solving Quadratic Equations by the Square Root Property
	C. Graphing a Quadratic Equation in Two Variables by Point Plotting
	D. Applications of Quadratic Equations Including Applications Involving the 	
	Pythagorean Theorem	

XI. Rational Expressions
	A. Values Where a Rational Expression is Undefined
	B. Simplifying Rational Expressions
	C. Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
	D. Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions with the Same Denominator 

New Course Content by Major Topics 
What topics will be presented? What are the main activities of the course? What are the central themes?
(See sample at  http://www.lanecc.edu/copps  
     Same – No Changes

Section 3.  Curriculum Equity http://www.lanecc.edu/copps  
To promote an environment where all learners are encouraged to develop their full potential, this course will support Lane’s Curriculum Equity policy in the following way(s)

By changing this course to a 5 lecture-hour course, more students will be able to complete their math requirements in a timely manner. For the population of students suited for this course, they will be more likely to successfully complete the prerequisites for Math 95, with one less course. In addition, more time in the classroom allows more variety (activities,...) in teaching modes for all learning styles. In this way, we are reaching more students where they are, by diversifying the pathways by which students can reach college-level math courses.
Section 4.  Required Signatures
Library Impact Statement
Under accreditation standards, Library consultation is essential for new programs, new courses and for substantively revised courses when the revisions entail any change in library use. 

What assignments will require the use of library and information resources?  No changes from the current course format
      

Each academic area has a Liaison Librarian  http://www.lanecc.edu/library/services/liaison.htm to help faculty identify materials to be ordered to support the curriculum. Make an appointment with the designated librarian to discuss the library needs of your course at least a week ahead of the deadline for submission. 

To be completed by Liaison Librarian:
 Library resources are adequate to support this proposal.
 Additional resources are needed but can be obtained from current funds. 
 Significant additional Library funds/resources are required to support this proposal. 

					     
	Liaison Librarian			Date

Divisional Approvals 
Human, Physical, and Financial Resources (select one):
 Additional instructional costs (staff, materials, services or facilities) will be incurred to offer this course.  Source of funding:       
 No additional instructional resources (staff, materials, services or facilities) are needed to offer this course.
Explain: Fewer sections of MTH  060 and 065 will be offered in the long term.

Divisional Recommendation (select one):
 The Academic Dean and Administrative Assistant have reviewed this course proposal and kept a copy for divisional files.
 Faculty review of this course was completed within the division on      (date).
 New course outlines have been prepared for the Divisional binder containing all current course outlines.

Lesley Stine		1/7/16
Office Administrator		Date

Fees (select one):
 We have completed a fee request form to be submitted to ASA upon course approval.
 No special fees will be required for this course.
Required Certifications: 
 We have developed minimum course certification standards for this course to be filed with ASA to allow compliance with the faculty contract.
 We have completed faculty certification form(s)
(http://www.lanecc.edu/cops/faccertf.pdf )
for this course to be filed with ASA and Human Resources so RIF grid information will be updated. 

Divisional Recommendation (select one):
 Pass	 Do Not Pass 

Kathie Hledik			1/7/16
Academic Dean			Date

College Approval 	 			

				     							     
Curriculum Committee Chair				Date		Executive Dean for Academic Affairs	Date

Curriculum Approval Committee hearing:  		     		_____________________________	     
				Date		Vice President for Academic &	              Date
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