Math 160 - Finite MathematicsSummer 2003 Course SyllabusJames Jones, Professor of MathematicsRichland Community CollegeCourse Meeting Information:Section 01 meets from 10:00 am to 11:50 am on Mon, Tue, Wed, and Thu in room S137.Instructor Information:James Jones, Professor of Mathematics.Phone: 875-7211, ext 490Office: C223Email: [email protected]: http://www.richland.edu/james/Office hours are not required for summer courses but I am available for students between 12:00 pm and1:00 pm on class days.Text:Finite Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences, and Social Sciences, 9th edition. RaymondA. Barnett, Michael R. Ziegler, Karl E. Byleen. Copyright 2002, Prentice-Hall Inc.Student Audience: Most students taking Finite Mathematics are business or accounting majors and are planning on takingintroductory statistics. Most will transfer to another school.Prerequisite: The prerequisite is successful completion of Math 116, College Algebra, equivalent competencies, or theconsent of the Dean of Mathematics and Sciences division.Course Description: MATH 160 - Finite MathematicsHours: 4 lecture - 0 lab - 4 creditMathematics 160, Finite Mathematics, is an introductory level course covering mathematical ideasneeded by students of business management, social science, or biology. The topics include sets andcounting, functions, introduction to probability and statistics, interest and annuities, matrix theory, linearsystems, and linear programming.Applicable toward graduation where program structure permits:! Certificate or Degree - All Certificates, A.A.S., A.L.S., A.A., A.S.! Group Requirement - Mathematics! Area of Concentration - MathematicsIllinois Articulation Initiative (IAI)The mathematics component of general education focuses on quantitative reasoning to provide a base fordeveloping a quantitatively literate college graduate. Every college graduate should be able to applysimple mathematical methods to the solution of real-world problems. A quantitatively literate collegegraduate should be able to:! interpret mathematical models such as formulas, graphs, tables, and schematics, and draw inferencesfrom them; ! represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, and verbally; ! use arithmetic, algebraic, geometric, and statistical methods to solve problems; ! estimate and check answers to mathematical problems in order to determine reasonableness, identifyalternatives, and select optimal results; and ! recognize the limitations of mathematical and statistical models. Courses accepted in fulfilling the general education mathematics requirement emphasize thedevelopment of the student's capability to do mathematical reasoning and problem solving in settings thecollege graduate may encounter in the future. General education mathematics courses should not leadsimply to an appreciation of the place of mathematics in society, nor should they be merely mechanicalor computational in character. To accomplish this purpose, students should have at least one course at the lower-division level thatemphasizes the foundations of quantitative literacy and, preferably, a second course that solidifies anddeepens this foundation to enable the student to internalize these habits of thought.Math 160, Finite Mathematics, satisfies the Illinois Articulation Initiative Definition of aGeneral Education Mathematics Course. It corresponds to M1 906, Finite Mathematics.General Course Objectives:While learning Finite Mathematics is certainly one of the goals of this course, it is not the only objective. Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to ...! demonstrate comprehension and understanding in the topics of the course through symbolic,numeric, and graphic methods! demonstrate the use of proper mathematical notation! use technology when appropriate and know the limitations of technology! work with others towards the completion of a common goal! use deductive reasoning and critical thinking to solve problemsA detailed topical outline of the content covered in this course is at the end of this syllabus.Type of Instruction: Lecture, discussion, problem solving, and group work will be used. Students should come to class witha prepared list of questions.Method of Evaluation:Could include any of the following: problem solving exams, objective exams, essays, written papers,oral presentations, group projects, quizzes, and homework.Grading Policy:Letter grades will be assigned to final adjusted scores as follows: ! A: 90 - 100%! B: 80 - 89%! C: 70 - 79%! D: 60 - 69%! F: below 60%Consideration will be given to such qualities as attendance, class participation, attentiveness, attitude inclass, and cooperation to produce the maximum learning situation for everyone.The instructor will give you a grade sheet so that you can record your scores and keep track of yourprogress in the course. If you are concerned about your grades, see the instructor.Attendance Policy:Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory completion of this course. If you have excessiveabsences, you cannot develop to your fullest potential in the course. Students who, because of excessiveabsences, cannot complete the course successfully, will be administratively dropped from the class atmidterm. If a student stops attending after midterm, it is the student's responsibility to withdraw to avoidan "F". The instructor has the ability to drop students who are not regularly attending at any time duringthe semester. The safest way to make sure you're not dropped for non-attendance is to continue to attendclasses.The student is responsible for all assignments, changes in assignments, or other verbal information givenin the class, whether in attendance or not.If a student must miss class, a call to the instructor (RCC's phone system has an answering system) is tobe made, or an email message sent. When a test is going to be missed, the student should contact theinstructor ahead of time if at all possible. Under certain circumstances, arrangements can be made totake the test before the scheduled time. If circumstances arise where arrangements cannot be madeahead of time, the instructor should be notified and a brief explanation of why given by either voice oremail. This notification must occur before the next class period begins. At the instructor's discretion,the score on the final exam may be substituted for the missed exam.Calculators:The TI-82 or TI-83 graphing calculator will be