TESTS: There will be FOUR unit tests and a FINAL EXAM. Each test will be worth 100 points.

RE-TESTS AND MAKEUP TESTS: A missed test is a zero. You may make up or re-test one and only one of the unit tests. However, your grade in a makeup or re-test cannot exceed 70. In addition, if you haven't taken a make-up or a re-test your final exam will replace the lowest of the unit tests.

HOMEWORK: It is assigned at the beginning of each unit. To receive full credit you must work all problems and show your work. Label each problem clearly writing the section on top of the page. The homework for each unit is due on the day of the test for that unit. The homework for each section will be checked for completeness.

COURSE GRADE: The overall grade will be computed as follows:

Remember: If you didn't take a makeup or retest, and if your lowest unit test is lower than you final exam grade, then the final exam grade will replace your lowest test grade and it will also count as you final exam grade.

A: 90 - 100, B: 80 - 89, C: 70 - 79, D: 60 - 69, F: below 60.

W: I will not withdraw students from my class. If you wish a W, you must turn in a Withdrawal form to Admissions and Records before the April 22 deadline.

I: Very rarely an Incomplete is given: You must be passing the course, have taken all but the last test, and have a very serious reason for not completing the course on time.

ATTENDANCE AND BEHAVIOR: You are encouraged to attend all classes. There is a direct correlation between attendance and performance. Proper behavior is expected. Be prepared to attend each class from beginning to end. Coming to class late or leaving early disturbs the instructor and your classmates. Please do not leave the classroom in the middle of the class in order to take care of personal business. Turn off your beepers and wireless phones.

Dishonesty will be severely punished.