Course Objectives: This course is designed to develop problem
solving skills while learning to apply mathematics to real life situations.
Mathematical concepts to be studied: normal distribution and standard deviation,
graphs of linear and non-linear functions and linear programming.
Styles of Learning: This course will make extensive use of collaborative
groups, although grading will be based on individual work. It is designed
for the student who enjoys hands-on activities, social interaction and pondering
mathematical questions.
Books: The Pit and The Pendulum and Cookies--purchase
packet at the bookstore. You will need to bring the unit under investigation
to class everyday.
Calculator: A graphing calculator is required for this course
equivalent to the TI 83. You will need to bring this to class everyday.
Attendance: Daily attendance is required. Since emergencies may
arise, students are allowed three absences. After three absences students
will be asked to withdraw.
Help: Assistance is available during the instructor's office hours.
Additional assistance is available at the Academic Assistance Center. Sign-up
for appointments in 102 Cahners Hall
| Grading: | Daily Homework ( due on time) | 10% |
| Problems of the Week (POWs) (on time only) | 20% | |
| Tests | 25% | |
| Unit Portfolios (on time and typed) | 20% | |
| Final Exam | 25% |
Proficiency Requirement: Students passing this course with a C
or better will satisfy the College of Arts and Sciences Category I mathematics
requirement. Arts and Science students who earn less than a C will receive
a U (unsatisfactory) as a grade and will not have fulfilled the mathematics
proficiency requirement. Students who are seeking to satisfy this requirement
but earn a U have two choices : 1) retake MTH 1102 earn a C better, or 2)
take MTH 1101 and receive a C or better.
Finals: No student will be granted a request for a special final
exam unless it is due to a registrar created conflict. If you miss the final
you will be given a grade of zero on it as there will be no make-up given.
Check the final schedule before you make plans to go home for vacation.
Finals will be given during final week on the day and at the time specified
by the registrar.
Class Schedule and Homework for Mr. Ball's sections.
Class Schedule and Homework for Prof. Gaffney's section.
Class Schedule and Homework for Prof. Oblas'
section.
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Created: January 5, 1998, modified Sept 24, 1999.