This class is an online math class; that is, the text and math topics are provided
to you through the internet and the class never meets
as a formal group. However, you may have to come on campus to take the two tests. This is a self study course with deadlines for assignments. If you don't manage your time well you will find you will not be able to complete this course. You will be using a tutorial mathematics program,
Hawkes Learning Systems: Basic Mathematics.
The Textbook
Hawkes Learning
Systems: Basic Mathematics is available to you at our campus bookstore or
through the mail. This course packet consists a textbook, CD's, and a valid
student license for you to access Hawkes' Online Gradebook.
Hawkes Learning Systems: BASIC MATHEMATICS ISBN: 0-918091-65-9 or 978-0-918091-65-9
D. Franklin Wright, Cerritos College
ISBN (hard cover):
1-932628-16-9 or 978-1-932628-16-6
ISBN (soft cover):
1-932628-20-7 or 978-1-932628-20-3
NOTE: If you do not have an email address, go to the Library Commons
(in the center of the first floor of the library where all the computers are)
and ask the technician to help you set up an email address. You will only be
able to communicate with your instructor through email.
After you purchase your course packet, please install the CD on your computer
and follow the instruction that comes with your CD's. The website is
http://mathonline.southseattle.edu/math110/math110.html.
Fill out the Students Information Form
and submit it to your instructor. Start this class right away!! Do not
avoid or delay your math work as this usually results in running out of time which
means you won’t pass the course. You would have to take this course again, starting
over from the beginning.
Purchase your course packet from campus bookstore and install the CD on
your computer.
Go to the class website and read the Syllabus, the Class Schedule, and the
other helpful information provided. Look for information such as worksheet
requirements, what to study, sources of help and many items of interest.
(You may want to print out a copy of one or more of these pages to keep
handy for reference or just add the website to your Favorites list for quick
access.)
Wait for your instructor’s email introducing himself/herself, acknowledging
receipt of your Student Information Form, and letting you know you can access
the online materials. Be sure to check your email several times per week throughout
the term and don't let your email inbox fill up. It is your responsibility to check your email for class information.
Any questions? Email your instructor.
Remember, if you need help using a computer, you may go to the Library Commons
and ask the technician on duty. The job of the technician is to help students
use the computer. Don’t hesitate to ask for help!
Frequently asked questions:
Can I skip this class?
No. This class is required for your certificate or degree by the state legislature!
You can finish the material quickly if you are already very comfortable with
arithmetic.
Is attendance taken?
No. Since this is an online class, you work at a computer where the Interactive Mathematics software is installed. You are only graded on your two tests, your
quizzes and your worksheets.
Can I test out or challenge the course?
Yes. You may pay for the class and take a single exam. Your grade on that
test will determine your GPA. If you fail the exam, you get no refund and
must take the class again.