Finite Mathematics
MAT 111, section 3, Fall 2011
5:00 – 6:50 pm on TR in ICN 1102
Instructor: Mrs. E. Foote
Phone: 309-268-8640 (Leave message with math/science secretary or ask for me if it is close to office hours.)
309-438-7900 (ISU)
309-664-7985 (home)
E-mail: eloise.foote@heartland.edu or ecfoote@ilstu.edu
Office: ICB 2402 (math adjunct office)
Office hours: 4:15 – 5 PM on TR, after class, or by appointment
Introduction:
Many topics in mathematics that don’t neatly fall under algebra and calculus are used in
different applications. This course will look at these applications in order to prepare you
for using them first in your major and then in your career. We will look at systems of
equations, probability and statistics, and finance.
Catalog Description:
Prerequisite: MATH 106 or MATH 109 with grade of "C" or higher, or equivalent, or
assessment. This class focuses on applications of the following topics: matrices, matrix
algebra, linear programming, sets and counting techniques, probability, and the
mathematics of finance. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course
(Instruction will be based on a TI 83+).
Required Materials:
Textbook: S. T. Tan, (2008) Finite mathematics for the Managerial, Life, and Social
Sciences 9th ed., CA: Thompson, Brooks and Cole.
Notebook: I recommend a bound notebook with about 70 pages or a looseleaf
notebook.
Graphing Calculator: Graphing calculator with statistics functions. I will be using a TI-83
plus during lecture. You must have your own calculator for tests – any sharing of
calculators during a test will be treated as cheating.
Student Conduct
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a courteous and responsible manner
at all times. Do not use any electronic devices other than a calculator during class. Do
not talk excessively to others while the instructor is talking to the class or while other
students are participating. Do not make offensive or discriminatory comments at any
time. Failure to act in a mature and responsible manner can result in penalties ranging
from a warning up to grade penalties, including automatic failure of the class in
extremely severe cases.
Attendance
Good attendance is expected and will be considered if you have a borderline grade at
the end of the semester.
Grading and Evaluation
Grading scale will be as follows:
90 – 100% is an A, 80 – 89% is a B, 70 – 79% is a C, 60 – 69% is a D, and 0 – 59%
is an F.
Total points for this course will be as follows:
500 points (five 100 pt exams) Worst exam can be replaced by percentage of final.
100 points (worksheets) Worst 2 worksheets will be eliminated.
200 points (comprehensive final exam)
800 points (This will include 25 potential bonus points from homework.)
Homework will be collected on each of the 5 test days and each will count as 5 bonus
points if it is 90 – 100% done with work shown, 4 bonus points if it is 80 – 89% done
with work shown, 3 bonus points if it is 70 – 79% done with work shown, 2 bonus points
if it is 60 – 69% done with work shown, 1 bonus point if it is 50 – 59% done with work
shown, and 0 bonus points if it is 0 – 49% done with or without work shown. Don’t
bother turning it in if you know that you have done less than half of the homework. Also
don’t bother turning it in if all you have done is copy the answers from the back of the
book. You must thoroughly show your work in order to get credit. Late penalty may be
given if it is handed in late. The assigned homework in the book is given on 3 rd page of
syllabus.
Worksheets will be done regularly in class. These will usually be worth 5 points each
and the total will be counted out of 100 points at the end of the semester. At least 2
worksheets will be eliminated to allow for necessary absence. These cannot be made
up unless there is an unusual circumstance such as a lengthy hospital stay. If you have
worked the entire time allotted for the worksheet and there was not sufficient time for
you to complete the worksheet during class, you will be allowed to hand it in by the start
of the next class period. This does not mean that you can leave early and complete the
worksheet at home (unless there is a good reason for this). Worksheets are expected
to be completed in class so that you can get help from your classmates and your
instructor.
Tests are tentatively scheduled [See schedule at end of syllabus]. You are expected
to let me know by at least the day of the test, if there is a problem that prevents you
from taking the test as scheduled. Failure to do so could result in a zero. If you have a
legitimate reason for missing the test, arrangements can be made to take the test in the
testing center. This should be completed by the next scheduled class period. A
comprehensive final exam will be given at the end of the semester.
SUPPORT SERVICES:
Heartland Library:
www.hcc.cc.il.us/library
For more information about Library services please call the Library at (309) 268-8200.
Tutoring and Academic Support:
http://www.heartland.edu/asc/
For more information about Testing and Tutoring please call the ASC (309) 268-8410
Homework Assignments
Review problems at end of chapters are not required but are highly recommended.
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
2.1
2.2
2.3
1-6, 7-12, 21, 23, 35, 37, 41
1 – 4, 5, 7, 27, 33, 45, 47, 49, 69, 71, 77
1 – 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 20, 23, 29, 31, 39, 47
1, 3, 5, 8, 11, 13, 17, 19, 21, 25, 27
11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 25
2, 4, 6, 8, 15, 19, 23, 25
2, 6, 39, 41, 43, 51, 55, 59, 61, 65 (Can use calculator for last 3 problems, if desired)
2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 20, 22, 24, 34, 35 (Can use calculator for last 2 problems, if desired)
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
3.1
3.2
3.3
4.1
10, 15, 20, 22, 32, 37, 38, 39
2, 9, 13, 15, 29, 33, 37, 47
2, 5, 7, 11, 15, 17, 36, 37
2, 3, 5, 12, 15, 16
3, 7, 14, 15, 21, 25, 29, 31
1, 3, 11, 13, 21, 23
1, 3, 5, 29, 31, 37, 39, 41
35, 37, 39
5.1
5.2
5.3
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
2, 6, 8, 17, 23, 27, 37, 43, 47, 57, 75, 77
7, 11, 15, 17, 21, 24, 25
7, 13, 19, 23, 31, 33, 35, *43
5, 27, 29, 41, 42, 44, 47, 49
4, 10, 12, 17, 19, 25, 31, 33
5, 7, 13, 19, 21, 23, 24, 25
23, 24, 25, 27, 30, 39, 44, 49, 60, 63
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
3, 12, 18, 23, 27, 35, 39, 41
9, 15, 21, 23, 28, 33, 37, 40
14, 19, 26, 29, 31, 32, 38, 41
11, 12, 17, 19, 23, 25, 26
1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 10, 17,18, 20, 23, 28, 30, 31, 32, 34, 39
20, 22, 23, 31, 32a, 33, 37
8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5
8.6
1, 3, 5, 13, 15, 21
2, 5, 14, 15, 39, 40
5, 12, 16, 25, 27, 28
1, 2, 28, 30, 35, 41
1, 2, 5, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20
3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 21
Tentative Math 111 Schedule for Fall 2011
Date
Sections
Date
Sections
Aug 23
Aug 25
Aug 30
Sept 01
Sept 06
Sept 08
Sept 13
Sept 15
Sept 20
Sept 22
Sept 27
Sept 29
Oct 04
Oct 06
Oct 11
Oct 13
1.1 – 1.2
1.2 – 1.3
1.4 – 1.5
2.1 – 2.2
2.3 / Review
Test 1
2.4 – 2.5
2.6
2.7 – 3.1
3.2 – 3.3
4.1
Review
Test 2
5.1 – 5.2
5.2 – 5.3
6.1 – 6.2
Oct 18
Oct 20
Oct 25
Oct 27
Nov 01
Nov 03
Nov 08
Nov 10
Nov 15
Nov 17
Nov 22
Nov 24
Nov 29
Dec 01
Dec 06
Dec 08
Dec 13 or 15
6.3 – 6.4
6.4 / Review
Test 3
7.1 – 7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
Review
Test 4
8.1 – 8.2
8.3 – 8.4
Thanksgiving Break
8.5 – 8.6
Review
Test 5
Review
Comprehensive Final
TENTATIVE MATH 111 SCHEDULE for Summer 2011
Date
Sections Covered
Date
Sections Covered
June 6
June 7
June 8
June 9
1.1 – 1.2
1.2 – 1.3
1.4 – 1.5
2.1 – 2.2
July 4
July 5
July 6
July 7
No Class
6.4 / Review
TEST 3
7.1 – 7.3
June 13
June 14
June 15
June 16
2.3 / Review
TEST 1
2.4 – 2.5
2.6
July 11
July 12
July 13
July 14
7.4
7.5
7.6
Review
June 20
June 21
June 22
June 23
2.7 – 3.1
3.2 – 3.3
4.1 / Review
TEST 2
July 18
July 19
July 20
July 21
TEST 4
8.1 – 8.2
8.3 – 8.4
8.5 – 8.6
June 27
June 28
June 29
June 30
5.1 – 5.2
5.2 – 5.3
6.1 – 6.2
6.3 – 6.4
July 25
July 26
July 27
July 28
Review
TEST 5
Review
FINAL