DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
GEORGIA COLLEGE & STATE UNIVERSITY
COURSE SYLLABUS
1. MATH 2600 – Probability and Statistics (Spring 2017) – 3 semester hours
CRN Sec Time Days Location Instructor
20655 01 8:00-8:50 MWF A&S 1-42 Dr. Turner
20657 03 10:00-10:50 MWF A&S 1-42 Dr. Turner
20659 05 12:00-12:50 MWF A&S 1-42 Dr. Turner
20660 06 1:00-1:50 MWF A&S 1-42 Dr. Turner
2. Textbook and Materials: The required textbook is bundled with the MyStatLab homework environment
Required: Package: MyStatLab access http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/mystatlab/
includes access to the online homework environment and electronic (e-book) access to the text book.
Text: Statistics: The Art and Science of Learning from Data, 4th Edition, 2017 (Published 1 Jan 2016)
Alan Agresti, Christine Franklin, Bernhard Klingenberg
A graphing calculator will also be required.
The TI-84+ graphing calculator is strongly recommended, and will be the calculator used in classroom demonstrations.
3. Office Hours and Phone Numbers of Instructor:
Office hours: 9:00a-9:50a MWF, 11:00p-11:50p MW, other hours available by appointment.
Office location: A&S 1-28 Office phone 478.445.0973
email: (Please include "2600" or "Statistics" in the subject field of an email)
url: https://faculty.gcsu.edu/custom-website/craig-turner/2600S17/
4. Course Description: This course is an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics, with an emphasis on exploratory data analysis, basic experiment design, probability distributions and elementary statistical inference.
5.1 Course Objectives:
As an outcome of this course, students will be able to:
1. Calculate and interpret basic descriptive statistics;
2. Calculate probabilities for simple events from a variety of random experiments;
3. Describe and use properties of basic probability distributions;
4. Understand and be able to perform statistical inference in the form of confidence intervals and hypothesis tests;
5. Review with a more critical eye public information that informs decisions in our world today;
6. Use appropriate technology in the evaluation, analysis, and synthesis of information in problem-solving situations.
5.2 Course Learning Outcomes:
Student learning will be assessed primarily through participation in daily homework and written responses to quizzes, tests, and a cumulative final examination. Assessment will be based on the following criteria:
1. Ability to correctly calculate and interpret basic descriptive statistics;
2. Ability to correctly determine probabilities of simple events from a variety of random experiments;
3. Ability to describe and use basic probability distributions;
4. Ability to correctly perform and interpret the results from inferential statistical procedures such as confidence intervals and hypothesis tests including p-values;
5. Exceptional performance on all homework, quizzes, tests, and the cumulative final examination.
6. Prerequisites: C or better in Area A mathematics.
7. Absence Policy: Regular attendance and prompt completion of assignments are essential for successful completion of this course. A student absent from a test (scheduled or otherwise) may be given a score of zero unless excused in advance by the instructor. More than the equivalent of a week of absences from class may result in a grade of F for the course.
8.1 Grading Policy:
Individual grades (hwk, test, quiz, final exam, course) will be shared only in person, i.e. NOT by phone, email, classmate, etc.
Quizzes and Homework (hwk) 10%
Three Exams 60%
Required Cumulative Final Exam (no exemptions) 30%
Total 100%
Prior to mid-semester, you will receive feedback on your academic performance in this course.
Note: A failing grade on the cumulative final exam from which there are no exemptions may result in a grade of F for the course.
8.2 Grading Scale: The minimum grade that a student will receive in this course is given by the following: [90,100] A; [80,90) B; [70, 80) C; [60,70) D; [0,60) F, where for example [80, 90) indicates all averages greater than or equal to 80 and strictly less than 90. The instructor reserves the right to round a student's average upward.
9. Academic Honesty:
The integrity of students and their written and oral work is a critical component of the academic process. All written work submitted in this course will be individual work unless the instructor clearly indicates otherwise. Students must properly document all outside sources used for projects and homework. The submission of another's work as one's own is plagiarism. Should a student be suspected of academic dishonesty, the formal procedures specified in the current Undergraduate Catalog may be applied.
10. Course Outline: This is a tentative schedule which may be modified at the discretion of the instructor.
11. Final Exam:
The required cumulative final exam from which there are no exemptions will be given as follows
CRN Sec Time Days Building & Room DAY, DATE & TIME OF FINAL EXAM
20655 01 8:00-8:50 MWF A&S 1-42 Thu, May 04 from 8:00AM to 10:15AM
20657 03 10:00-10:50 MWF A&S 1-42 Thu, May 04 from 10:30AM to 12:45PM
20659 05 12:00-12:50 MWF A&S 1-42 Thu, May 04 from 1:00PM to 3:15PM
20660 06 1:00-1:50 MWF A&S 1-42 Thu, May 04 from 3:30PM to 5:45PM
Note: A failing grade on the cumulative final exam from which there are no exemptions may result in a grade of "F" for the course.
12. Course Expectations: The student should come to each class meeting
prepared to discuss the material in the assigned reading,
with questions on any topics that were not clearly understood during the reading,
having attempted the suggested problems,
with the assigned problems written up in an acceptable form (as appropriate).
Standardized Statements for Course Syllabi
Religious Observance Policy
Students are permitted to miss class in observance of religious holidays and other activities observed by a religious group of which the student is a member without academic penalty. Exercising of one’s rights under this policy is subject to the GC Honor Code. Students who miss class in observance of a religious holiday or event are required to make up the coursework missed as a result from the absence. The nature of the make-up assignments and the deadline for completion of such assignments are at the sole discretion of the instructor. Failure to follow the prescribed procedures voids all student rights under this policy.
The full policy and prescribed procedures can be found here: Link (http://info.gcsu.edu/intranet/acad_affairs/ReligousObservancePolicy.doc)
Assistance for Student Needs Related to Disability
If you have a disability as described by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504, you may be eligible to receive accommodations to assist in programmatic and physical accessibility. Disability Services can assist you in formulating a reasonable accommodation plan and in providing support in developing appropriate accommodations to ensure equal access to all GC programs and facilities. Course requirements will not be waived, but accommodations may assist you in meeting the requirements. For documentation requirements and for additional information, we recommend that you contact the Office of Disability Services.
Student Rating of Instruction Survey
Near the end of the semester, you will be asked to complete an online survey. Your responses are valued because they give important feedback to instructors to help improve student learning. All responses are completely confidential and your name is not stored with your responses in any way.
Academic Honesty
The integrity of students and their written and oral work is a critical component of the academic process. The submission of another’s work as one’s own is plagiarism and will be dealt with using the procedures outlined in the GC Catalog. Remember that allowing another student to copy one’s own work violates standards of academic integrity.
Fire Drills
Fire drills will be conducted annually. In the event of a fire alarm, students will exit the building in a quick and orderly manner through the nearest hallway exit. Learn the floor plan and exits of the building. Do not use elevators. If you encounter heavy smoke, crawl on the floor so as to gain fresh air. Assist disabled persons and others if possible without endangering your own life. Assemble for a head count on the front lawn of main campus or other designated assembly area.
Electronic Recording Policy
Electronic video and/or audio recording is not permitted during any class unless the student obtains permission from the instructor and every student present. If permission is granted, any distribution of the recording is prohibited. Violation of this policy is grounds for removal from the class and referral for disciplinary action. Students granted specific electronic recording accommodations from Disability Services do not require special permission; however, the instructor must be notified. Any distribution is prohibited.
Academic Grievances or Appeals
An academic grievance or appeal is an allegation by a student of substantial and/or unjustified deviation, to the student’s detriment, from policies, procedures and/or requirements regarding admission, grading policies, special agreements, instructor’s requirements and academic requirements of the University. Students shall have the right to file academic grievances or appeals according to the following procedures approved by the University. Link: http://gcsu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Undergraduate-Catalog/Academic-Policies/Grievances/Academic-Grievances-or-Appeals
· Graduate Student Petition https://www.gcsu.edu/sites/files/template-1/graduatepetition.pdf
· Undergraduate Student Petition https://www.gcsu.edu/sites/files/template-1/undergraduatestudentpetition.pdf