MATH 0990: Basic Geometry

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The main topics covered in this course are plane and solid geometry including measurement formulas, properties of plane figures, proof techniques, symmetry, congruency, and construction.

PLACEMENT: This course is open only to those lacking the required high school geometry course for unconditional admission to the university. Please see the Academic Support Center advisors, 898-2339, if there are any questions concerning placement.

ATTENDANCE: Regular class attendance is mandatory for students to perform at their highest potential. If a class is missed, the student is responsible for all assignments made and material covered.

TEXTBOOK: Elementary Geometry for College Students, Alexander and Koeberlein

SYLLABUS: All students enrolled in MATH 0990 will receive a syllabus from the instructor describing specific requirements for the class.

TOPICS COVERED:

• segments, rays, angles, triangles
• angle measure
• angle and line relationships
• elementary constructions
• negation, conjunction, and disjunction
• hypothesis and conclusion
• proofs
• congruent triangles
• similar and regular polygons
• ratio and proportion
• right, isosceles, and equilateral triangles
• Pythagorean Theorem and applications
• tangents, chords, and secants of circles
• area and volume

FINAL EXAM: The final exam is administered according to the university's final exam schedule.

EVALUATION: In  MATH 0990: Basic Geometry, 70 percent proficiency must be demonstrated. Therefore, the following grades can be earned:

90 - 100%	A
80 - 89%	B
70 - 79%	C
60 - 69%	D
below 60%	F

Incomplete grades are given under extreme circumstances. A grade of C or better is required to successfully complete the course.

DISABILITY STATEMENT:

• If a student has a disability that may require assistance or accommodation, or has questions related to any accommodations for testing, note takers, readers, etc., he/she should speak to the instructor as soon as possible. Students may also contact the Office of Disabled Student Services (898-2783) with questions about such services.

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