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A SURVEY OF MATHEMATICAL IDEAS MATH 102, 4 units SPRING 1998
COURSE DISCRIPTION: This course provides a survey of a variety of branches of mathematics including inductive reasoning, probability, statistics, the mathematics of finance, exponential growth and decay, and an introduction to trigonometric functions. Emphasis will be on overcoming fear of mathematics and seeing its use in the real world.
INSTRUCTOR: Daniel Bruce
PHONE NUMBER: 541-4660, Extension #510
CLASS HOURS: Lecture Monday and Wednesday 4:00 to 5:50, Room D108
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK: Mathematical Ideas by Miller, Heeren, Hornsby, 8th Edition Addison Wesley
RECOMMENDED COURSE PREREQUISITES: C or better in Math 154 (Intermediate Algebra)
STUDENT OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES: 1. Demonstrate a reduction of their fear of mathematics. 2. Exhibit an introductory proficiency in several branches of Mathematics. 3. Manifest their understanding of the application of Mathematics in the real world. 4. Engage in logical and critical thinking. 5. Show proficiency in reading technical information. 6. Demonstrate the solution to problems by translating written language into mathematical statements, interpreting information, sketching relevant diagrams, analyzing given information, formulating appropriate math statements and checking and verifying results.
REGISTRATION: 1. You must register for this class at the Office of Admissions and Records. 2. The last day to drop the class with no record is Friday, May 1. 3. The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is Friday, June 5. 4. After June 5, if you are enrolled, you will receive one of the following grades: A B C D F or I (Incomplete is only allowed in special cases).
GRADES: Grades will be based upon total points accumulated throughout the quarter. There will be three midterm exams, a comprehensive final exam, five quizzes, and 10 weekly homework assignments due each Monday. One quiz will be dropped, and the following point totals will be used:
Three midterm exams @ 50 points each: 150 Four quizzes @ 25 points each: 100 Ten homework assignments @ 5 points each: 50 Final exam @ 100 points: 100 TOTAL POINTS AVAILABLE 400
Grading Scale, calculated as a percentage of total points:
90% - 100% A 80% - 89.9% B 70% - 79.9% C 60% - 69.9% D 59.9% and below F
At any time during the quarter, you may find out your standing in the class by the following: (1) Total the points you have earned, divided by the total points available to date, and compare the results to the percentages noted above. OR (2) Ask me and I will gladly provide you with an answer.
IMPORTANT CLASSROOM POLICIES: Make-up work: Make-ups on exams and quizzes must have been approved prior to the absence, otherwise no make-ups will be given and you will receive a zero. Please note that one quiz will be dropped from the total of five quizzes.
Attendance: Attendance is required in class. Absences in excess of 10% of class meetings (more than two) may result in being dropped from the class.
HOW TO SUCCEED IN A MATH CLASS: 1) Come to every class meeting. 2) Arrive early, get yourself settled and be ready when class starts. 3) Read each section before it is discussed in class. Ask questions. 4) Do all the homework and turn it in on time for full credit. 5) Do some math homework every day. 6) Start preparing for tests at least a week in advance. 7) Do some review every time that you study math. 8) Individual tutoring is available in the Tutoring Lab (Room E103). I will provide individual help when asked. 9) It is important that students identified as learning disabled come speak to me individually about their special needs.
MATH 102 SCHEDULE
DATE EVENT OR TOPIC TO BE DISCUSSED
4-6 REVIEW OF NUMBER SYSTEM AND SECTION 1.1 4-8 SECTION 1.2 AND 1.3 4-13 QUIZ 1 AND SECTION 5.4 4-15 SECTION 13.1 4-20 SECTION 13.4 AND REVIEW FOR EXAM 1 4-22 EXAM 1 4-27 SECTION 8.6 4-29 QUIZ 2 AND CHAPTER 9-EXTENSION TRIGONOMETRY 5-4 SECTION 10.1 5-6 QUIZ 3 AND SECTION 10.2 5-11 SECTION 10.3 AND REVIEW FOR EXAM 2 5-13 EXAM 2 5-18 SECTION 10.4 AND 10.5 5-20 QUIZ 4 AND SECTION 10.5 5-25 MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY 5-27 SECTION 11.1 AND REVIEW FOR EXAM 3 6-1 EXAM 3 6-3 SECTION 11.2 AND 11.5 6-8 SECTION 12.1 AND 12.2 6-10 SECTION 12.3 AND 12.5 6-15 QUIZ 5 AND SECTION 12.6 6-17 REVIEW FOR THE FINAL 6-24 MATH 102 FINAL WEDNESDAY 4:00-5:50
MATH 102 HOMEWORK
SECTION DATE DUE ASSIGNMENT
1.1 4-13 1-25 odd, 31, 37, 49 1.2 4-13 1-9 odd, 15, 21-27 odd, 31,32 1.3 4-13 1,3,5,9,15,17,21,23,33,35,51 5.4 4-20 1-15 odd, and mph/kph 13.1 4-20 1-29 odd, 37-43 odd, 49, 53-56 13.4 4-27 1-19 odd, 21-30, 41-44 8.6 5-4 1-39 odd, 45,46,51,53,57,58 9-EXT TRIG 5-4 1-23 odd 10.1 5-11 1,3, 9-37 odd, 41,45,51,53,65 10.2 5-11 5-19 odd, 25-53 odd 10.3 5-18 1-37 odd, 41-47 odd 10.4 5-27 1-29 odd, 35-43 odd 10.5 5-27 1-39 odd, 50,51 11.1 6-1 1-27 odd, 65-71 odd 11.2 6-8 1-31 odd, 39,40,44 11.5 6-8 1-23 odd 12.1 6-15 1-17 odd, 30-33, 42-45 12.2 6-15 1-11 odd, 29,31,32, 38-41, 47-57 odd 12.3 6-15 3,5,7, 29-34, 38-42, 45 12.5 6-15 1-31 odd, 44-47 12.6 6-17 1-8
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