MATH 1030-01 SYLLABUS
FALL 2015
Quantitative Reasoning
Instructor:
Cecilia Weingartner, 865-8618, weingartnerc@suu.edu
Office Hours:
SCA 108M, MW: 11:00am – 12:50pm, F: 11:00 – 11:50 am , or by appointment
Classroom:
SC 230, MTWRF 10:00-10:50 a.m.
Prerequisite:
A recent (within the last two years) Math ACT of 23 or a grade of C or better in Math
1010 or 1020 within the last two years. (This course does fill the requirement for
general education.)
Objective:
Exploration of contemporary mathematical thinking, motivated by its application to
problems in modern society; emphasizes development of skill in analytical reasoning.
This course is designed not only to meet the University general education requirements
but also to generate a positive attitude toward and an interest in mathematics.
Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Quantitative Literacy:
2. Problem Solving:
3. Inquiry and Analysis:
4. Communication:
Students will use appropriate formulas to compare different
loan options and to compare probabilities of events.
Students will evaluate the fairness of the outcome of an
election under different voting methods.
Students will use mathematical reasoning to solve applied
problems involving finances, probability, and TSPs.
Students will analyze the experimental design of a clinical
study and explain what conclusions (if any) can be drawn
from its results.
Students will explain the 68-95-99.7 rule both verbally and
visually by explaining it in words and illustrating it on a
normal bell curve.
Text:
Excursions in Modern Mathematics by Tannenbaum, 8th edition (ebook/MyMathlab)
E-book with MyMathLab access code bundle is the requirement for the course. You can
use the 10 days free trial period and purchase the MyMathLab access code online at
MyMathLab.com before the free trial ends.
Calculator:
TI 83 or 84.
Grading:
Discussion Problems
Projects
Quizzes
3 Midterms (100 points each)
Final Exam
Total possible
A
AB+
B
940
900
870
830
BC+
C
C-
200 points
200 points
100 points
300 points
200 points
1000 points
800
770
730
700
D+
D
D-
20%
20%
10%
30%
20%
670
630
600
How to get started with the course:
 Log onto Canvas and set up your communication stream for the course. For
example, after setting up your profile on Canvas, any course announcement or
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messages from Canvas can go directly to your mobile device (cell phone, tablet,
laptop computer…etc) or email instantly.
The course online communication between you and I is very important; any
course schedule updates will be announced through Canvas. Any online
communication between you and I will be through the Canvas inbox or
discussion board. I always answer students’ messages within a day on Canvas
each school day during the semester. If I have not responded to your email or
message for more than a day, then it means I did not receive it.
Read the course syllabus on Canvas
Follow the instruction on how to access MyMathLab.com from Canvas. It
instructs you on how to purchase your ebook/ MyMathLab bundle.
I will help you to get on MyMathLab.com, and how to use the online
assignments and learning resources on MyMathLab .
Use the video lecture, my study plan and learning resources on MyMathLab.
My study plan on MyMathLab is a good resources and the score there does not
affect your grade.
Use your WIFI device to log onto MyMathLab and do some exercises there and
find out if your device is compatible or not.
Do the reading posted on Canvas before each lecture day.
Participate and complete the in class Discussion Problems with a group.
Participate the Discussion Board on Canvas with the class outside the class.
Submit your assignments on time.
Take your quizzes/midterm exams/final exam on time.
Let me help you if you have any question. (online or in my office)
Have fun and enjoy the course.
Discussion Problems:
A set of discussion problems will be given in class throughout the semester. You will
work on the problems in class with a group. You are required to bring either a laptop
computer, mobile device with WIFI, or smart phone to class to access the problems and
submit them online. You need to make sure your WIFI device is compatible to do
exercises in MyMathLab. Discussion problems are required to be taken in class only.
You are required to purchase the MyMathLab access code to complete the problems.
They give you instant feedback.
Projects:
A few projects will be given throughout the semester to help you better understand the
course materials. The final project is required to be submitted in power point presentation
format. The final score for the project will include an in class presentations.
Quizzes:
Chapter quizzes will be held after each chapter to give students important feedback and to
monitor student’s progress. Missed quizzes cannot be made up. Quizzes will be taken
online at MyMathLab.
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Exams:
Attendance:
There will be three exams during the semester and one final. Missed unexcused exams
will be scored as zero. If you have an emergency or illness, you are required to send me
an email and state the reason before the test date ends. The comprehensive final exam
will be held during the final week and it will be announced during the last week of class.
All tests will be taken on campus at the SUU testing center.
Regular attendance is crucial for understanding the subject matter. Do not fall behind – it
will be extremely hard to catch up. Attendance will be recorded on Canvas. The
attendance score will go directly toward the course bonus. Low attendance will affect
your in class group participation with Discussion Problems and Projects.
If your attendance or academic performance shows deficiencies you will receive a
notification from me through the Student Assessment Notification System (SANS).
Please take advantage of the support offered.
SANS:
Southern Utah University has created an early alert program (SANS) designed to provide
tutoring and other resources to students in need. Should you receive a SANS
notification, please take advantage of the support offered.
Academic Integrity:
Scholastic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent.
You are expected to have read and understood Policy 6.33 Academic Integrity and the
current issue of the student handbook (published by Student Services) regarding student
responsibilities and rights.
ADA Statement:
Students with medical, psychological, learning, or other disabilities desiring academic
adjustments, accommodations or auxiliary aids will need to contact the Southern Utah
University Coordinator of services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), in room 206F of
the Sharwan Smith Center or phone (435) 865-8022. SSD determines eligibility for and
authorizes the provision of services.
Emergency Management Statement: In case of emergency, the Univeristy’s Emergency Notification System
(ENS) will be activated. Students are encouraged to maintain updated contact
information using the link on the homepage of the mySUU portal. In addition, students
are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Emergency Response Protocols posted
in each classroom. Detailed information about the University’s emergency management
plan can be found at
http://www.suu.edu/ad/facilities /emergency-procedures.html.
HEOA Compliance Statement: The sharing of copyrighted material through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing,
except as provided under U.S. copyright law, is prohibited by law.
Detailed information can be found at
http://www.suu.edu/it/p2p-student-notice.html.
DISCLAIMER: Information contained in this syllabus, other than the grading, late assignments, makeup work, and
attendance policies, may be subject to change with advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the
instructor.