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OL-Contemporary Mathematics-11/30/20 (MATH1332.20201130.60 6811)

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MATH 1332

This page of your syllabus contains information that is standard for all MATH 1332, Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning), courses. Page 2 contains information that is speci!c to this course, such as the course schedule, grading policy, etc. Please be sure to read both pages.

Course Introduction

A. Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning), Math 1332, is a three semester hour course intended for Non-STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors. Topics include introductory treatments of sets and logic, !nancial mathematics, probability and statistics with appropriate applications. Number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology, and communication will be embedded throughout the course.

B. This course is for non-mathematics, non-science, and non-business students seeking mathematics credit for an AAS degree.

C. In support of the objectives of the Texas core curriculum, the course provides signi!cant exercise of students’ critical thinking, communication skills, empirical and quantitative skills, and teamwork. These objectives form a foundation of intellectual and practical skills that are essential for all learning.

1. Critical thinking skills include creative thinking, innovation inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. 2. Communication skills include e"ective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and visual media. 3. Empirical and quantitative skills include the ability to manipulate and analyze numerical data or observable facts to reach informed conclusions.

D. Prerequisites: DSMA 0301 or equivalent, or acceptable placement test score.

1. Apply the language, Set Notation, and Diagram Sets. (F1, F3, F4) 2. Perform Set Operations. (F3) 3. Determine the validity of an argument or statement and provide mathematical evidence. 4. Interpret and analyze various representations of data. 5. Demonstrate the ability to choose mathematical models to solve problems from real-world settings, including, but not limited to, personal !nance, health literacy, and

civic engagement. 6. Solve Consumer Mathematics problems involving percent, interest, installment buying, home ownership, and investments. (F1, F2, F4) 7. De!ne, identify, and be able to solve problems involving points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, polygons, perimeter, area, circumference, and volume. (F1, F2, F3, F4) 8. Apply the Fundamental Counting Principle. (F1, F2, F3) 9. Compute Permutations and Combinations. (F1, F2. F3)

10. Solve statistical problems involving sampling, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, the normal distribution, and correlations. (F1, F2, F4, F6)

11. Construct graphs, scatter plots, and regression lines. (F1, F2, F4, F6) 12. Use technology to reinforce and supplement the learning process. (F1, F2, C18, C19) 13. Demonstrate critical thinking, communication, and empirical and quantitative skills. (F1, F2, F7, F8, F9)

Description:

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this, Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning) course, you will be able to:

Some learning outcomes may be followed by letters and numbers; i.e., C9 or F11. These refer to SCANS foundations skills (F) and workplace competencies (C). View a chart showing these skills at http://www.ctcd.edu/scans. For more on the (Labor) Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills, or SCANS, go to the U.S. Department of Labor site at http://wdr.doleta.gov/SCANS/.

This course has the same content and rigor as that found in a traditional (face-to-face) classroom. The online course is based on the departmental syllabus and uses the same instructional materials.

Course Materials

Textbook: Blitzer, Thinking Mathematically, Central Texas College Custom Edition, 7th Edition, Pearson. MyMathLab: a complete online multimedia resource to help you succeed in learning. An ebook is included in MyMathLab. Calculator: Scienti!c Calculator, Casio fx-115ES PLUS or TI-30XIIS.

Central Texas College Mathematics Formulas Book. Note: This formula book is a valuable resource with formulas from Contemporary Mathematics, Statistics, and College Algebra through Calculus III.

These are the materials you will need for this course:

Additional recommended course materials:

Go to http://www.ctcd.edu/academics/booksinstructional-materials/ for complete information on course materials for this course. Order from MBS Direct at http://bookstore.mbsdirect.net/ctc.htm or the Central Texas College Bookstore at http://www.ctcbookstore.com/.If you do not have your textbook or other required materials by the !rst day of class, contact your instructor immediately. Failure to do so within the !rst !ve (5) days of class may limit the options you have and may increase your !nancial burden for this course.

Extensions - IP (Course in Progress)

You have made satisfactory progress in a course. You have completed the major portion of the course requirements as scheduled, with the exception of a major quiz, !nal exam, or other projects. The reason for being unable to complete the course requirements is due to circumstances beyond your control, such as personal illness, death in the immediate family, military orders, or, in the case of distance learning courses, technology issues. You can provide acceptable documentation of these circumstances. You have noti!ed the instructor in advance of absences/non-participation, whenever possible. Provide a realistic proposal with speci!c timelines for completion of the remaining course requirements.

In general, extensions are not granted; i.e., you must complete all coursework by the last day of class, and you must meet any and all deadlines within the course session as posted by your instructor.

An “IP” grade may be assigned by an instructor. In order to be considered for an “IP” you must meet all of the following requirements:

Any requests for extensions must be submitted to your instructor in writing (emails or messages) prior to the end of the course. IPs are not granted automatically. The instructor makes the !nal decision concerning the granting of the incomplete grade (course extension) and will set an appropriate deadline for the extension based on the amount of coursework remaining. An “IP” grade cannot be replaced by the grade of “W.” If you elect to repeat the course, then you must register for the class. After you pay full tuition and fees, then you must repeat the entire course.

It is your responsibility to arrange with the instructor for the assignment of work necessary to complete the course within the time speci!ed. You are also responsible for maintaining contact with your instructor during this time period.

All coursework must be submitted prior to 110 days from the last day of class to allow for processing of your grade. Failure to do so will result in the IP becoming an F or FI. Under no circumstances will the deadline exceed 110 days after the scheduled end of the course.

If you feel you cannot continue with the course, it is your responsibility to withdraw using the appropriate procedures based on your individual situation. Information and forms are available at http://www.ctcd.edu/forms-1/student-forms/. Questions may be directed to the Student Services Advisor at [email protected]. Failure to properly withdraw may result in your earning a failing grade for this course.

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