John Seims

Chair:

Mathematics & Computer Science

Full Time Faculty - Mathematics

Mathematics & Computer Science

Office: RDM-S Saguaro - Room: S262

480-654-7768

john.seims@mesacc.edu

Office Hours

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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM	11:00 AM - 12:15 PM	11:00 AM - 12:30 PM	11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Profile

Member of the Mathematics and Computer Science Department since 1986.
Teaches all levels of mathematics classes.
Teaches online mathematics classes.

Classes Taught

Summer 2023

MAT151	College Algebra/Functions					4 Credits
Analysis and interpretation of the behavior and nature of functions including linear, quadratic, higher-order polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic, power, absolute value, and piecewise-defined functions; systems of equations, using multiple methods including matrices, and modeling and solving real world problems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT095, or MAT096, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+, OR an appropriate district placement for MAT15+, OR permission of Department or Division Chair.
Course Notes: This class may require a graphing calculator and/or online software package, such as MyMathLab, that may result in an additional cost to the student. Some instructors allow the use of the online textbook that accompanies the online software package in lieu of a physical textbook. Contact your instructor for details. All students must meet the MCC Mathematics Department prerequisite requirements for each class within two years of first day of class. See http://www.mesacc.edu/departments/mathematics-computer-science/mathematics/resources/ for department policies.
General Education Designations: Mathematics [MA]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
16055	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	05/30/2023 - 07/20/2023			Class Started
16055	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 16055 Students may contact instructor at: john.seims@mesacc.edu. All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

MAT218	Mathematical Analysis for Business					4 Credits
An introduction to the mathematics required for the study of business. Includes multivariable optimization, Lagrange multipliers, linear programming, linear algebra, probability, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT212, or MAT213, or MAT220, or MAT221.
Course Notes: This class may require a graphing calculator and/or online software package, such as MyMathLab, that may result in an additional cost to the student. Some instructors allow the use of the online textbook that accompanies the online software package in lieu of a physical textbook. Contact your instructor for details. All students must meet the MCC Mathematics Department prerequisite requirements for each class within two years of first day of class. See http://www.mesacc.edu/departments/mathematics-computer-science/mathematics/resources/ for department policies.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
16190	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	05/30/2023 - 07/20/2023			Class Started
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 16190 Students may contact instructor at: john.seims@mesacc.edu
	Book Information
16218	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	05/30/2023 - 07/20/2023			Class Started
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 16218 Students may contact instructor at: john.seims@mesacc.edu
	Book Information

Fall 2023

MAT213	Brief Calculus					4 Credits
Introduction to the theory, techniques, and applications of the differential and integral calculus of functions with problems related to business, life, and the social sciences. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT15+, or MAT187, or an appropriate District placement.
Course Notes: This class may require a graphing calculator and/or online software package, such as MyMathLab, that may result in an additional cost to the student. Some instructors allow the use of the online textbook that accompanies the online software package in lieu of a physical textbook. Contact your instructor for details. All students must meet the MCC Mathematics Department prerequisite requirements for each class within two years of first day of class. See http://www.mesacc.edu/departments/mathematics-computer-science/mathematics/resources/ for department policies. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Calculus Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
General Education Designations: Mathematics [MA]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
18916	Live Online	Live Online Lecture	08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023	TuTh	9:50 AM - 11:30 AM	Open 21 of 24 Seats Available
	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 18916 Students may contact instructor at: john.seims@mesacc.edu All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).
	Book Information MyLab Math with Pearson eText -- 18 Week Standalon Required Format: eBook 2nd Edition Author: Bittinger Publisher: Pearson ISBN: 9780135910849 Estimated Price: $106.75 Calculus and Its Applications Recommended Formats: Textbook, eBook Alternate Title: Calculus & Its Applications 2nd Edition Author: Bittinger Publisher: Pearson Lifetime eBooks ISBN: 9780135091685, 9780135227794 Estimated Price (varies): $104.00 to $327.00 Pearson eText Calculus and Its Applications -- Ins Recommended Format: eBook 2nd Edition Author: Pearson Plus Publisher: Pearson+ Subscriptions ISBN: 9780136880196 Estimated Price: $39.96 Get these books at the bookstore

MAT218	Mathematical Analysis for Business					4 Credits
An introduction to the mathematics required for the study of business. Includes multivariable optimization, Lagrange multipliers, linear programming, linear algebra, probability, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT212, or MAT213, or MAT220, or MAT221.
Course Notes: This class may require a graphing calculator and/or online software package, such as MyMathLab, that may result in an additional cost to the student. Some instructors allow the use of the online textbook that accompanies the online software package in lieu of a physical textbook. Contact your instructor for details. All students must meet the MCC Mathematics Department prerequisite requirements for each class. See http://www.mesacc.edu/departments/mathematics-computer-science/mathematics/resources/ for department policies.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
17876	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023			Open 19 of 24 Seats Available
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 17876 Students may contact instructor at: john.seims@mesacc.edu ?This course may require in person proctored assessments or exams that will be administered at Mesa Community College at no charge. Proctoring services not administered at Mesa Community college may be used and students are responsible for any additional costs incurred. Contact the instructor for further details.
	Book Information
18583	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023			Open 21 of 24 Seats Available
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 18583 Students may contact instructor at: john.seims@mesacc.edu ?This course may require in person proctored assessments or exams that will be administered at Mesa Community College at no charge. Proctoring services not administered at Mesa Community college may be used and students are responsible for any additional costs incurred. Contact the instructor for further details.
	Book Information

MAT220	Calculus with Analytic Geometry I					5 Credits
Limits, continuity, differential and integral calculus of functions of one variable. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT187, or an appropriate District placement.
Course Notes: This class may require a graphing calculator and/or online software package, such as MyMathLab, that may result in an additional cost to the student. Some instructors allow the use of the online textbook that accompanies the online software package in lieu of a physical textbook. Contact your instructor for details. All students must meet the MCC Mathematics Department prerequisite requirements for each class. See http://www.mesacc.edu/departments/mathematics-computer-science/mathematics/resources/ for department policies. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Calculus Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
General Education Designations: Mathematics [MA]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
33905	Red Mountain Campus RDM-R R103	In Person Lecture	08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023	TuTh	12:30 PM - 2:35 PM	Open 23 of 24 Seats Available

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