ONLINE ORIENTATION
Here is an orientation on how to use the website needed for the course. Click on the links below to access instructional videos and register into the publisher's website. If you do not have a broadband connection to the internet (DSL, cable modem, or are on campus), the video demonstrations will take a long time to load and view.

Content of the publisher's website: The website contains an e-text, video lectures, quizes, homework exercises, online tutoring, etc.

Step 1: All the homework for the class will be completed at the MyMathLab website. Click on the following link to learn how to register for Course Compass. If you have purchased a new book, then the access code should be packaged with the new book. If you do not wish to purchase a physical book, then you can buy access to the website either from the bookstore as a "stand alone access card" or online with a credit card or Visa Debit card. Go to MyMathLab and click Get Started Icon near the center of the window .

From the new window, read the instructions on how to register into a new course, then click the appropriate link.
If you have the access code with a new book, then click on the "Go to www.coursecompass.com, and click the Register button for students" icon. If you wish to purchase only access to the website without receiving a physical book, then click on "Purchase an online access". Follow the instructions and when asked for the course id, enter quirarte54404....notice that this is my last name followed by the numbers54404. Spelling is important so make sure that you enter everything correctly. You will also need an email address when registering for the course...this is where all the announcements and emails from within the course will be sent to you. If you do not have email, then yahoo or hot mail offer free email accounts.

Step 2: Click here to read the syllabus for the course.

Step 3: To be able to do the homework, view the videos, view the e-text, and use all the other features of MyMathLab, you will need to download some plugins. Click here for the link and choose your book.

Step 4: My website offers links to important information about the course. I suggest that you visit the pages associated within the Math 120 class so that you become fully informed about the requirements and expectations for the course.

Step 5: After you have completed the orientation, post an introduction of yourself to the Discussion Board.

Contact Information

Office: LRC 145
Office Hours M-W: 3:35-4:35; the following Fridays from 11:30-3:30: 2/7;2/28;3/28/5/2;5/16
Office Phone (916)691-7182
E-Mail quirars@crc.losrios.edu


I will respond to e-mail within 2 business days M-F. I will NOT respond to e-mail that does not have Math 120 in the subject line of the email. If you do not hear from me within that time frame, you should assume that I have not received your message and resend it.