Math 1324
Finite Math Dual Credit
Spring 2017
Summer Creek High school
Dual Credit Course
Instructor Name: Anthony Rwehumbiza
Office: 2108
Tutoring times: Monday-Thursday 2.55-3.35
E-mail:
Phone: 281-641-5615
Textbook: Finite Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Science, and Social Sciences 13th Edition
Authors: Barnett , Ziegler, Byleen ISBN:978-0-321-94552-2
Prerequisites
· MATH 0310 or placement by testing
· College level readiness in reading and writing
Course Outline
Catalog Description
Applications of common algebraic functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and rational, to problems in business, economics, and the social sciences are addressed. The applications include mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest and annuities; systems of linear equations; matrices; linear programming; and probability, including expected value.
Communication Policy: Immediate response by phone, email or remind 101
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Apply elementary functions, including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions to solving real-world problems.
2. Solve mathematics of finance problems, including the computation of interest, annuities, and amortization of loans.
3. Apply basic matrix operations, including linear programming methods, to solve application problems.
4. Demonstrate fundamental probability techniques and application of those techniques, including expected value, to solve problems.
5. Apply matrix skills and probability analyses to model applications to solve real-world problems.
Core Competencies: Critical thinking skills, communication skills, empirical and quantitative skills
Semester Grade Distribution: Final grades will be calculated as follows:
The grade for this course will be based on:
1. Homework, Classwork, Quizzes, Etc. (20%) –
2. Tests (60%) – Five tests will be given this semester which includes a mid-term exam. Partial credit may be given. The more correct work you show, the more credit possible! Each student is required to take all tests and the final exam.
3. Final Exam (20%)–The final will be a comprehensive exam. A comprehensive final exam is mandatory for all students.
A = 100–90; B = 89–80; C = 79–70; D = 69–60; F = 59–0
Attendance and participation:
Attendance:
Be present and on time! When the tardy bell rings, I will close the door. If you are not here, you are missing instruction. If you do miss a class, it is your responsibility to contact another student for assignments before the next class. You should identify a class buddy and exchange phone numbers and/or email addresses. Also, check my webpage for current assignments and check with me before or after school to verify what you missed.
Participation:
All students are expected to participate fully in the class
Withdrawal Information: Under Section 51.907 of the Texas Education Code, “An institution of higher education may not permit a student to drop more than SIX (6) courses, including any course a transfer student has dropped at another Texas public institution of higher education.” This statute was enacted by the State of Texas in spring 2007 and applies to students who enroll in a public institution of higher education as first-time freshmen in the fall 2007 semester or later. Students enrolled prior to fall 2007 are not affected. Any course that a student drops is counted toward the six-course limit unless the student is completely withdrawing from the institution or meets one of the criteria required for a waiver. A “drop” in this instance is considered when a student is dropped or withdrawn from a course after official day resulting in a grade of “W.” Eligible criteria for a waiver include a) change of work schedule prohibiting attendance, b) active military, c) severe illness or debilitating condition, d) death of a family member, e) class cancellation, and f) complete withdrawal. Developmental Studies courses do not apply to this rule.
Last Day to Withdraw and Receive a "W”: Spring Semester courses: April 4, 2017
Late and makeup work: Please refer to the Humble ISD Parent/Student Handbook for complete information regarding the policy for Make-Up Work. In essence, students will have one day for every excused absence up to five (5) days to make up missed work. When an absence occurs, it is the student’s responsibility to inquire about, complete, and return all required assignments in a timely manner.
If you miss a test, arrange with me to take the test after school on Friday afternoon within one week of returning to school.
There are no provisions for extra credit. Complete your assignments in a timely manner and thoroughly prepare for all tests.
This class is aligned with The Lone star college System testing schedule
Class Policy:
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE:
Our classroom will have an environment conducive to learning. Examples of disruptive behavior include, but are not limited to the following:
· talking while the teacher is teaching
· discussing non-mathematical issues during class
· coming to class late
· sleeping
· using cellphone in class
· eating or chewing gum in class
· leaving the class without permission
Use of cell phones (and other electronic devices) is prohibited at all times when class is in session unless otherwise specified by the teacher.
Class disruptions will result in a phone call to your parents. If the phone call to your parents does not produce the desired improvement in your behavior, an office referral will follow.
Non-Negotiable Misbehaviors: (any violations of the following nature will result in an immediate office referral)
Profanity
Violence
Insubordination
Severe disruption of the educational process
(Please refer to the Humble ISD Parent/Student Handbook for the Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct is an addendum to the handbook.)
Bullying/Harassment
Calculator:
Graphing calculators may be required for some assignments/assessments at the discretion of the instructor. TI 83, TI 84 or TI 86 series calculators recommended. Calculators capable of symbolic manipulation will not be allowed on tests. Examples include, but are not limited to, TI 89, TI 92, and Nspire CAS models and HP 48 models. Neither cell phones nor PDA’s can be used as calculators. Calculators may be cleared before tests.
Academic Integrity:
The Lone Star College upholds the core values of learning: honesty, respect, fairness, and accountability. The system promotes the importance of personal and academic honesty. The system embraces the belief that all leaners—students, faculty, staff, and administrators—will act with integrity and honesty and must produce their own work and give appropriate credit to the work of others. Fabrication of sources, cheating, or unauthorized collaboration is not permitted on any work submitted with the system.
The consequences for academic dishonesty are determined by the professor, or the professor and academic dean, or the professor and chief student services officer and can include but are not limited to:
1. Having additional class requirements imposed
2. Receiving a grade of zero or “F” for an exam or assignment
3. Receiving a grade of “F” for the course
4. Being withdrawn from the course or program
5. Being expelled from the college system
Any alleged violation or flagrant disregard of LSC rules and regulations shall be brought to the attention of the chief student services officer, who will initiate an investigation of the situation. After a complete and thorough investigation, the chief student services officer will determine the course of action. Discipline may result in expulsion. The decision of the administrator may be appealed to the college discipline committee. The complete discipline policy may be found online at www.lonestar.edu/student-handbook. Students subject to penalty due to academic dishonesty have the right to appeal to the Dean of the MEES Division, Mr. Jay Whatley, office CLB 100A, 281.312.1764, email
Academic Freedom statement: Dual credit courses are college courses. On college and university campuses, the free exchange of ideas is encouraged and expected. The same will be true in a dual credit course. Censorship of ideas or opinions runs counter to the openness of the learning environment and inhibits the development of critical thinking skills. Understand that students who enroll in dual credit courses may be exposed to, and will be expected to participate in, open exchanges of ideas, discussions, debates, and even class assignments concerning subject matter that is challenging, mature and/or representative of differing worldviews, just as they would on a college campus.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
It is the policy of the Lone Star College to maintain a work and academic environment that is free of discriminatory actions based on race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, ethnic or national origin, disability, veterans’ status, or any other protected status, and free of sexual discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and sexual violence. Unlawful discrimination and sexual discrimination by officers, managers, faculty, supervisors, employees, students, advisors, vendors, clientele, and contractors will not be tolerated. Persons who violate such are subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, expulsion and/or termination of the contractual relationship. Inquiries concerning LSCS’s policies, compliance with applicable laws, statues, and regulations (such as Title VI, Title IX and Section 504) may be directed to the Office of the System General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, 832-813-6655. Complaints of discrimination, including Title IX should be addressed to the director of the Office of Human Resources who is the Equal Employment Officer and Title IX investigator. Inquiries about the laws and compliance may also be directed to the Office of Civil Rights with the U.S. Department of Education.
Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Statement:
The Lone Star College is dedicated to providing the least restrictive learning environment for all students. LSC promotes equity in academic access through the implementation of reasonable accommodations as required by the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title V, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), which will enable students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from all post-secondary educational programs and activities. If you require reasonable accommodations because of a physical, mental, or learning disability, please notify the instructor of this course within the first two weeks of the term.
Veteran Statement:
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FERPA Statement:
In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the Lone Star College gives notice that the following types of information will be released upon request and may require approval of the appropriate administrator, unless the student desires to withhold all or any portion of it: student’s name, address, LSC email address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, semesters enrolled, degrees, certificates and awards received, photograph, enrollment status, student classification, and the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended by the student. Any student objecting to the release of all or any portion of such information must complete the FERPA release at www.LoneStar.edu/myLoneStar in the online Student Center under Personal Information – Security/FERPA Restrictions. Release of any additional information pertaining to student records must be authorized by the student (i.e., grades, transcripts). The student’s parents may authorize release of information if the student is younger than 18 years of age and a dependent as defined by the Internal Revenue Service. A student or parents of a student under the age of 18 may request to view the student’s educational records with a written request to the student services office at the college(s) attended.
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A comprehensive list of helpful website links and information is available at www.lonestar.edu/consumer-safety for student reference.
Course Calendar:
Week / TopicWeek 1:
01/04-01/06 / Solution of Linear Systems by the Echelon Method
Solution of Linear Systems by the Gauss-Jordan Method
Quiz 1(01/05)
Week 2:
01/09-01/13 / Addition and Subtraction of Matrices
Multiplication of Matrices
Test 1(01/12)
Week 3:
01/17-01/20 / Graphing Linear Inequalities
Solving Linear Programming Problems Graphically
Quiz 2(01/19)
Week 4:
01/23-01/27 / Applications of Linear Programming
Test 2(01/26)
Week5:
01/30-02/03 / Slack Variables and the Pivot
Maximization Problems
Quiz 3(02/02)
Week 6:
02/06-02/10 / Minimization Problems
Duality
Test 3(02/09)
Week7:
02/13-02/17 / Simple and Compound Interest
Quiz 4(02/16)
Week 8:
02/20-02/24 / Future Value of an Annuity
Test 4(02/23)
Week 9:
02/27-03/03 / Present Value of an Annuity
Amortization
Quiz 5(03/02)
Week 10:
03/06-03/10 / Sets
Applications of Venn Diagrams
Test 5(03/09)
Week 11:
03/20-03/24 / Introduction to Probability
Basic Concepts of Probability
Quiz 6(03/23)
Week 12:
03/27-03/31 / Conditional Probability
Independent Events
Test 6(03/30)
Week 13:
04/02-04/07 / The Multiplication Principle
Permutations
Combinations
Quiz 7(04/06)
Week 14:
04/10-04/13 / Probability Applications of Counting Principles
Binomial Probability
Test 7(04/13)
Week 15:
04/17-04/21 / Probability Distributions
Expected Value
Quiz 8(04/20)
Week 16:
04/24-04/28 / Quadratic Functions (focus on the vertex formula)
Polynomial and Rational Functions (focus on cost benefit analysis)
Test 8(04/27)
Week 17:
05/01-05/05 / Final Exam Review
Week 18
05/08-05/12 / Final Exam (05/11)
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