Heartland Community College
Math / Science
Math 111 – Finite Mathematics
Summer 2010
Course Prefix and Number:
Math 111 - 02
Course Title: Finite Mathematics
Credit Hours: Lecture Hours: __4__ Laboratory Hours: __0__
Instructor Information:
Instructor name Cheri Higgins
Phone number to contact instructor
Office: 286-8640
Instructor e-mail address: cheri@ilstu.edu
Location of instructor’s office: adjunct office for MS
Hours and days of instructor’s office hours: by appointment or immediately
before class
Days and times the course meets: MTWTh 12:00 – 1:50 pm
Catalog Description:
Pre-requisite: Assessment, or MATH 106 with a grade of C or higher. Not
recommended for mathematics/science transfer students.
This class focuses on applications of the following topics: matrices, matrix algebra,
linear programming, sets and counting techniques, probability, statistics, and the
mathematics of finance.
Textbook:
Finite Mathematics for the Managerial, Life, and Social Sciences, 8th Edition, S.T. Tan,
Brooks/Cole Publishing Company. (BRING YOUR BOOK TO CLASS)
Calculator: TI-83+ or TI – 84 (no TI-89)
Relationship to Academic Development Programs and Transfer:
(Indicate if course is General Education/IAI)
This course is intended for students who are studying for a degree in the business, life,
or social sciences. It provides 4 credit hours in Mathematics for completion of the A.A.
Degree or partial fulfillment of the math requirement for the A.S. Degree. MATH 111
should transfer as part of the General Education Core Curriculum described in the
Illinois Articulation Initiative to other Illinois colleges and universities participating in the
IAI. However, students should consult an academic advisor for transfer information
regarding particular institutions. Refer to the IAI web page for information as well at
www.itransfer.org.
Course Objectives (Learning Outcomes):
After completing this course the student should be able to achieve the following
outcomes. The level of these outcomes are based on problem solving abilities (PS1,
PS2).
1. Understand the mathematics behind break-even analysis.
2. Use the Gauss-Jordan elimination method to solve systems of linear equations.
3. Perform fundamental matrix operations and solve system of equations using an
inverse matrix.
4. Use the Leontieff Input-Output method to solve simple problems and recognize its
application to a variety of economic problems.
5. Recognize the widespread use of linear programming techniques in the "real world"
and use the graphing method and simplex method to solve linear programming
problems.
6. Distinguish the differences between the various finance formulas and be able to apply
the appropriate formula to determine the amount of a car payment, total interest earned
on a savings account, amortization schedules, annuity payments, and many other
applications.
7. Use set theory, Venn diagrams, tree diagrams, the addition principle and the
multiplication principle to solve various counting problems.
8. Distinguish between permutation problems and combination problems.
9. Understand basic principles of probability and apply these principles to determine the
probability of various events occurring.
10. Determine the mean, median, variance and standard deviation for a set of data.
11. Use probability theory in decision making.
12. Determine probabilities for sets of data that are normally distributed.
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Course/Lab Outline:
1. Linear Relationships
2. Systems of Linear Equations
3. Linear Programming
4. Sets and Counting Techniques
5. Probability
6. Statistics
7. Math of Finance
Required Writing and Reading:
Students must read chapters 1 through 8, omitting sections 1.1, 1.2, 1.5, 4.2, 4.3, and
5.4
Course Policies:
Grading and Policies: Homework will be assigned each class period; however it will
not be collected for a grade. You are responsible for all homework problems that are
assigned. For each hour in class, you should expect to work two hours on homework
outside of class (roughly 8-10 hrs per week). There will be FOUR exams (one hour in
length) and a COMPREHENSIVE final. I do not give makeup exams. If a student
misses an exam and has a sufficient and verifiable reason for doing so (i.e. broken
bones, death in the family, etc.) and has made arrangements with me prior to the
exam, then the percentage on the final will replace the missing test. If you do not show
up for an exam and have not made previous arrangements or do not have a sufficient
and verifiable reason, then the resulting score is a zero. If an emergency does arise,
contact me as soon as possible. Only one exam score will be replaced (as described
above). Any further missed exam (for any reason) will result in a zero. Academic
integrity is also mandatory. Students are expected to do their own work. Working
with someone and copying someone’s answers are very different acts. The later
will not be accepted inside or outside of class. No “cheat sheets” on paper or in
the calculator are allowed. Students who cheat on any graded work will receive
the score of zero.
Method of Evaluation (Tests/Exams, Grading System):
Grades will be determined from the following:
TENTATIVE POINTS
Tests
Final Exam
Total
4 @ 100 pts each
1 @ 100 pts
400
100
500 points
Grading Scale: 100-90%-A, 89-80%-B, 79-70%-C, 69-60%-D, 59-0%-F
Grade
A
B
C
D
F
Points Range
500 – 448
447 – 398
397 – 348
347 – 298
below 298
Suggestions:
Keep up with the homework. Do the assignment on the day it is assigned.
Come prepared to class. I will take a few questions on the PREVIOUS night’s
homework at the beginning of class.
Tutoring is available through ASC.
Ask questions in class and participate.
Student Conduct:
You are responsible for being respectful of all other students and myself. Any behavior
that is inappropriate or disruptive to the class and the learning environment will not be
tolerated.
If inappropriate behavior takes place, you will be warned. If the behavior
continues, you will be asked to leave the classroom for that period.
What I consider to be Inappropriate or Disruptive Behavior (not a complete list)
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Coming to class late or leaving early. Once you enter the classroom, please do
not leave until I have adjourned class. THANK YOU in advance!
Talking or being “noisy”. It is difficult to hear in some classrooms. My voice will
not carry over yours. If you are having a discussion with the person next to you:
you cannot hear what I am saying, the person you are speaking with cannot hear
what I am saying, and the people around you who may be trying to listen to me
cannot hear what I am saying!
Making fun of others. Please try to respect the fact that everyone learns at a
different rate. Do not make fun of others for asking questions.
Using offensive language directed towards others or me!!!
No cell phones should be out once you enter the classroom. Ringing or
vibrating phones and/or checking messages on cell phones are disruptive
during class and will not be tolerated.
Points may be deducted from your overall class total if you fail to follow the
above mentioned items, ESPECIALLY THE CELL PHONE.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism - See Heartland Catalog
Academic Support Services- See Heartland Catalog
Incompletes – See Heartland Catalog
Class Cancellations - http://www.heartland.edu/classCancellations/
Syllabi disclaimer This syllabus is subject to change by the instructor. All students are
responsible for changes that are announced in class.
Course Calendar:
The tentative date-to-date calendar for the course is on the separate sheet.
Important Dates
July 5, 2010
July 12, 2010
July 26-28, 2010
Independence Day Observed – College Closed
Last day to withdraw from the course
Final Exam Days
Math 111 Tentative Day to Day Schedule: Summer 2010
Date
06/01
06/02
06/03
06/07**
06/08
06/09
06/10
06/14
06/15
06/16
06/17
06/21
06/22
06/23
06/24
06/28
06/29
06/30
07/01
07/05
07/06
07/07
07/08
07/12
07/13
07/14
07/15
07/19
07/20
07/21
07/22
07/26
07/27
07/28
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Sections
Syllabus and 1.3
1.4 - 2.1
2.2
2.3
**Need your graphing calculator
2.4 – 2.5
2.6
2.7
Exam 1 (1.3 – 2.7)
3.1
3.2 – 3.3
4.1
6.1
6.2/Slack
6.3 – 6.4
6.4
Exam 2 (3.1 – 6.4)
7.1 – 7.2
7.3 – 7.4
7.4
Independence Day Observed – No Class
7.5 – 7.6
7.6 / Slack
Exam 3 (7.1– 7.6)
8.1
8.2 – 8.3
8.4 – 8.5
8.5 – 8.6
Exam 4 (8.1 – 8.6)
5.1
5.2
5.3 and discuss final
?? – Final Exam
?? – Final Exam
?? – Final Exam