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Students who are currently enrolled in Northern Virginia Community College may use the Math Center.

 

 

Can I come to the Math Center if I miss class to have someone "catch me up"?

No. If you miss class, you need to discuss make up work with your instructor. Your instructor may suggest that you view the video lectures (if available) in the Math Center.

 

 

Can I come to the Math Center for help in preparing for the math placement test?

No. The Math Center staff does not "coach" you to pass a placement test, since the test is intended to evaluate your long-term knowledge. It would not benefit you to place into a creadit course if your knowledge base is inadequate.

 

 

Do I have to make an appointment to get help in the Math Center?

Help is available in the Math Center on a walk-in basis. Priority is given to students in Developmental Math classes. If you need extended help on a regular basis, contact the Counseling Office or check the peer tutor list in the Math Center.

 

 

What software programs are available on the Math Center computers?

The Math Center has eighteen (18) Pentium computers. Each of these have the following software available:*

*Not all computers are equipped with the same software.

 
General Usage

Windows 2000  ...................................... Scientific Notebook
Microsoft Office 2000

Developmental Math
(MTH 01, 02, 03, 04) 

Tutorials for Basic College Mathematics, IntroductoryAlgebra, and Intermediate Algebra
Introduction to Mathematics
(MTH 120) 
No Specific Software
Math for the Liberal Arts
(MTH 151, 152)
No Specific Software

Topics in Geometry
(MTH 150)
The Geometer's Sketchpad
DPGrapher
Precalculus 
(MTH 163,164,166)
Tutorial for Precalculus: a Graphing Approach
Converge (a graphing program) 7th ed.
Calculus 
(MTH 173, 174, 271)
Interactive Calculus (ETF)
Converge (a graphing program) 7th ed.
DERIVE                         
DPGrapher

 

Can I use the Math Center computers to access the Internet?

Yes, the Internet is available on the Math Center computers.

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Can I get help on using my calculator in the Math Center?

The Math Center has videos on the use of the TI-81, TI-82, TI-83, TI-85 and the TI-92. Instructions for using a variety of graphing calculators may be found by going to the manufacturer's website. If you need further help, Center personnel will be happy to work with you.  However, it is very important that you bring your calculator manual with you.

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If I am taking a Developmental Math test, what should I bring to the Math Center?

The Instructions for taking Developmental Math tests are included in the MTH 01, 02, 03, 04 syllabus.

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If I am taking a Make-up Math test, what should I bring to the Math Center?

Students taking Make-up tests in the Math Center need to bring a picture ID to the Math Center. Check with your instructor before coming to the Center concerning any additional materials you may use (calculators, notes, etc.).

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What DVDs/videos are available for student use ?
 

Developmental Math 
(MTH 01, 02, 03, 04)
Tutorials for Basic College Mathematics, Introductory Algebra and Intermediate Algebra
Introduction to Mathematics 
(MTH 120) 
Tutorials on Selected Topics - CD/Video

Math for the Liberal Arts
(MTH 151, 152)

 Tutorials on Selected Topics - CD/Video
Precalculus
(MTH 163,164,166)
Tutorials for Precalculus: a Graphing Approach - Video
Calculus
(MTH 173, 174)		 Lectures on Selected Topics (Ch. 1-5) - DVD/Video
Applied Calculus
(MTH 271)
Lectures on Selected Topics - DVD/Video
Calculators
Tutorials for using the TI-81, TI-82, TI-83, TI-85 and the TI-92.

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  Last modified: August 10, 2006
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