Math 1324 Fall 2008
SOUTHWEST COLLEGE
Department of Mathematics
COURSE SYLLABUS
MATH 1324: Finite Mathematics with Applications
Fall 2008 / TuTh 11 AM – 12:15 PM / Alief B113 CRN 59380
Fall 2008 / MW 12:30 – 1:45 PM /
|
INSTRUCTOR: |
Domingo Litong |
|
CONFERENCE TIMES: |
by appointment |
|
CONTACT INFORMATION: |
domingo.litong@hccs.edu |
Textbook:
Mathematics with Applications; 9th ed.; Lial, Margaret L., Thomas W. Hungerford; Addison Wesley; 2007. ISBN: 0-321-38779-1
Catalog Description:
A survey of finite mathematics and its applications to problems in business, natural, and social sciences. Topics include set theory, probability, an introduction to matrices, linear programming, and an introduction to statistics. 3 credit hr, lecture
Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in MATH 1314 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 credit hours (3 lecture).
Course Intent & Audience:
This course is intended for students in liberal arts and secondary education. Students in business may take this course as an elective to obtain background on linear programming.
Testing policy:
There are four (4) major exams and final exams.
Make-up policy:
There is no make-up for missed tests.
Grading policy:
Your final course grade is based on the following standard HCCS scale.
|
Final Average |
90 ≤ Avg ≤ 100 |
80 ≤ Avg < 90 |
70 ≤ Avg < 80 |
60 ≤ Avg < 70 |
Avg < 60 |
|
Final Course Grade |
A |
B |
C |
D |
F |
(Best 3 of 4 exams + Finals) / 4
Final Examination:
The final examination consists of 33 multiple-choice problems. The problems cover all the material required in the course.
Attendance policy:
Attendance is checked during every class. When you have accumulated 12.5 % or 6 hours of
absences, the instructor will drop you from the class.
Tardiness policy:
If you come ten minutes into the class, you are considered absent. However, you may stay for the rest of the class so that you won’t miss the practice problems and lecture.
Withdrawal policy:
If you wish to drop the class, then it is your responsibility to do that before the final drop date. If your name is on the roll at the end of the term, you WILL receive a grade. Neither you nor your instructor will be able to perform the drop after the final drop date. Please refer to the following notice before dropping the class.
NOTICE: Students who take a course three or more times will face significant tuition or
fee increases at HCC and other
allows students a maximum of 6 course withdrawals during their entire college career. Students with more than 6 drops will be required to pay additional fees. Prior to course withdrawal, you must confer with your professor or counselor about your study habits, homework, test-taking skills, attendance, course participation, and tutoring or other assistance that is available.
Homework policy:
There is homework after every section. Homework problems will prepare you for the exams.
Calculators:
A scientific, graphing calculator is required for the class.
Student conduct:
Students should not engage in disruptive activities while in the classroom. Any conduct that is deemed detrimental to the academic atmosphere, such as cell phone use or consistently talking during instructional delivery, will not be tolerated. Any student found guilty of such conduct will be asked to leave the classroom until further notice.
Academic dishonesty:
All students are required to exercise academic honesty in completion of all tests and assignments. Penalties for academic dishonesty (cheating on a test, collusion on an assignment, etc.) include, but are not limited to, a reduced grade, a “0” on that test or assignment, a “W” in the course, or an “F” in the course. The use of recording devices, including camera phones and tape recorders, is prohibited in all locations where instruction, tutoring, or testing occurs. Students with disabilities who need to use a recording device as a reasonable accommodation should contact the Disability Services Office for information.
Resources and supplemental instruction:
Free online tutoring is provided. Log on to http://hccs.askonline.net/ Another resource is the student solutions manual that may be obtained from the bookstore.
Students with Disabilities:
Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Support Services Office at this college at the beginning of the semester. To make an appointment, please call 713-718-7910. Professors are authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Office.
Course Schedule:
Sections Approximate Time
2.1 Graphs Week 1
2.2 Equations of Lines
2.4 Linear Inequalities
6.1 Systems of Linear Equations Week 2
6.2 The Gauss-Jordan Method
6.3 Basic Matrix Operations
6.4 Matrix Products and Inverses Week 3
6.5 Applications of Matrices
Exam 1
7.1 Graphing Linear Inequalities in Two Variables Week 4
7.2 Linear Programming: The Graphical Method
7.3 Applications of Linear Programming
7.4 The Simplex Method: Maximization Week 5
7.5 Maximization Applications
7.6 The Simplex Method: Duality and Minimization Week 6
7.7 The Simplex Method: Nonstandard Problems
Exam 2
8.1 Sets
8.2 Applications of Venn Diagrams
8.3 Introduction to Probability Week 8
8.4 Basic Concepts of Probability
8.5 Conditional Probability and Independent Events Week 9
8.6 Bayes’ Formula
Exam 3
9.1 Permutations and Combinations Week 10
9.2 Applications of Counting
9.3 Binomial Probability Week 11
9.4 Probability Distribution and Expected Value
9.5 Markov Chains (Optional)
10.1 Frequency Distribution and Measures of Central Tendency Week 12
10.2 Measures of Variation
10.3 Normal Distributions Week 13
10.4 Normal Approximations to the Binomial Distribution
Exam 4
Test Schedule:
Test |
Chapters Covered on Test |
Date |
|
Test #1 |
2 & 6. |
.TBA |
|
Test #2 |
7 |
TBA |
|
Test #3 |
8 |
TBA |
|
Test #4 |
9 & 10 |
TBA |
|
Final Exam |
2, 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10 |
Dec 9, Dec 10 |
Last Day to Drop: Nov 6
Course Objectives:
At the completion of this course, a student should be able to:
1. Graph systems of linear equations in two variables.
2. Solve linear systems using Gauss-Jordan method.
3. Add, subtract, and multiply matrices.
4. Find the inverse of a square matrix.
5. Graph systems of linear inequalities in two variables.
6. Solve standard maximization and minimization problems using the simplex method.
7. Use graphical method in solving a linear programming problem.
8. Perform set operations.
9. Use Multiplication Principle of Counting in solving problems.
10. Solve problems involving permutations and combinations.
11. Use basic counting techniques to solve problems.
12. Use conditional probability to solve problems.
13. Find expected value in an experiment.
14. Find the standard variation of a set of values.
15. Find the binomial distribution and the normal distribution of a set of data
