SYLLABUS - Elementary Statistics
Tulsa Community College
Fall, 2015 (201610 8B)
Course:
Day and Time:
Instructor:
MATH 2193 - Elementary Statistics
T R 1:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Jim Novotnak
TO CONTACT YOUR INSTRUCTOR:
Office:
Phone:
E-mail:
NE ACS Office – Enterprise Bldg.
918-595-7473
james.novotnak@tulsacc.edu
Section No.: 206
CRN:
14434
Room: NE 2363
TO CONTACT THE DIVISION OFFICE:
Division Name: Science, Math, & Engineering
Division Associate Dean: Mr. David Sollars
Office: NE 1130
Phone: 918-595-7542
PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE
A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1513 or MATH 1454 or MATH 1473 or MATH 1483.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: MATH 2193 - Elementary Statistics (3-0-3)
An introduction to basic statistical terminology, organization of data, measures of central tendency and
dispersion, review of combinations, permutations, and probability, binomial and normal distributions,
hypothesis testing, and a variety of other statistical techniques.
TEXTBOOK AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS
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Beginning Statistics 2nd Ed., by Warren, Denley, and Atchley, Hawkes Learning Systems, packaged
with student access code.
A physical textbook is not required, but is recommended. Access to Hawkes Learning Systems is
required for full credit in the course. The first edition of the textbook is available in the online course
material. An online Hawkes access code is available with the textbook in the campus store or can be
purchased online directly from Hawkes.
TI-83 or TI-84 Calculators are recommended.
Use of tablet or laptop computers during tests or exams will NOT be permitted.
TEACHING METHODS
Class time will consist of lecture with discussion, examples, and opportunities to ask questions. I appreciate
your efforts in responding to my questions, and your classmates’ questions.
EVALUATION TECHNIQUES
Your grade will depend upon the points you earn in the areas listed below:
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Homework:
Tests:
Final Exam:
Extra Credit:
Total Point Basis for Course
100 points
2 @ 100 points each
100 points
50 points
25 %
50 %
25 %
400 points
Homework
Homework will be assigned through the Hawkes Learning Systems (HLS) Beginning Statistics software.
This online system includes Lessons consisting of textbook based Learning material, Practice exercises,
and a Certify exercise requirement corresponding to sections of the textbook. HLS system will grade each
lesson Certification exercise as soon as you complete it. You do not need to turn in any homework to the
instructor.
The Hawkes website is http://www.hawkeslearning.com/ .
The Hawkes Course ID is: TulsaCCBegSTAT.
(Beginning Statistics)
Our specific course online gradebook is identified on HLS under
Instructor: Jim Novotnak
Section: Math_2193_206_201610_
You may want to copy/print all lesson “Certifications” for your records. Your instructor should be able
to see your Certifications online, but feel free to email these Certifications to the instructor. (Printing to a .pdf
or .xps file is a convenient way to save and email these documents.)
There are a total of 42 HLS lessons for this course on line. You can earn up to the full 100 points allotted
for Homework by completing the Certification requirement on any 28 lessons of your choosing. You can
see your scores and progress through the HLS system as you complete lessons, and the Blackboard Grade
Book will occasionally be updated showing your points earned.
Lesson Certification assignments have specific due dates which are based on our schedule through the
course. You can work on assignments after the due date, but doing the homework as the course proceeds
will best prepare you for the tests and final exam.
Tests
There will be 2 tests over the course of the semester, one for chapters 1-7, and one for chapters 8-11.
Each is worth 100 points (25%) of your course grade. See the calendar at the end of the syllabus for dates.
Final Exam
There will be a comprehensive final exam covering chapters 1-12 in class on paper. It is worth 100 points
(25%) of your course grade.
All tests and the exam are open book and notes. You will not be allowed to use laptops, tablets, or
classmates’ help during tests. Calculators are strongly recommended, but not shared. You should be
familiar with using the “Formulas and Tables” handout from the textbook (and posted on Blackboard).
You will enter your answers on the test paper itself, and they should be clearly identified by being circled.
You may want to bring scratch paper to work the problems. You can turn in your scratch paper and
possibly get partial credit for questions you did not get correct, if your work is partially correct and readable.
Extra Credit
You can earn up to 50 points of extra credit for the course by completing any lesson Certifications
exceeding 28, up to the total of 42.
Grading Scale
Your final grade will be based upon the percentage score you have accumulated.
A:
B:
C:
D:
F:
89.5 – 100%
79.5 – 89.4%
69.5 – 79.4%
59.5 – 69.4%
0 – 59.4%
MAKE-UP AND LATE ASSIGNMENTS POLICY
Tests can be made-up, if a valid reason for missing the test is given to the instructor within 24 hours of the
date the test was given. Any make-up tests must be completed within one week of the original, scheduled
date (or before the final exam); exact dates will vary.
The Final Exam cannot be made-up.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance and class participation are necessary in math classes and are expected by your instructor. A
daily record of attendance will be kept. Students who are absent from class for any reason are responsible
for material covered and for any announcements, or changes in schedule, made in their absence. Students
should be familiar with the college policy on withdrawal from courses.
COURSE WITHDRAWAL
The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class. Contact the
Counseling Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course ('W' grade) or to change from
Credit to Audit. Check the TCC Academic Calendar for deadlines. Students who stop participating in the
course and fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid consequences
for the student.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Email: All TCC students receive a designated TCC email address (ex: jane.doe@tulsacc.edu). All
communications to you about TCC will be sent to your TCC email address; and you must use TCC email to
send email to, and receive email from, the instructor regarding this course. Announcements made to all
students in the course will generally be posted in the Announcements section on Blackboard.
Inclement Weather
TCC rarely closes. If extreme weather conditions or emergency situations arise, TCC always gives
cancellation notices to radio and television stations, and via TCC Alerts. All students should sign up for
TCC Alerts. Cancellation notices are also posted on the TCC website (www.tulsacc.edu).
If Tulsa Community College is closed due to the weather, we obviously will not have class. Any exams or
quizzes scheduled for that day and any assignment due dates are automatically postponed until the next
class meeting.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOAL STATEMENT
General Education courses at TCC ensure that our graduates gain skills, knowledge, and abilities that
comprise a common foundation for their higher education and a backdrop for their work and personal lives.
TCC’s General Education goals are: Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Engaged Learning, and
Technological Proficiency.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT
Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in the TCC Catalog, the TCC
Student Policies & Resources Handbook, and semester information listed in the class schedule. All
information may be viewed on the TCC website: www.tulsacc.edu
DISABILITY RESOURCES:
It is the policy and practice of Tulsa Community College to create inclusive learning environments.
Accommodations for qualifying students in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are available. To request accommodations, contact the Education
Access Center (EAC) at eac@tulsacc.edu or call (918) 595-7115 (Voice). Deaf and hard of hearing students
may text (918) 809-1864.
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES
The FACET Center in the Enterprise Building is a great place to study alone or with others. There are also
friendly math tutors available who can answer questions for you. Students are encouraged to take
advantage of this FREE facility. No appointments are needed. Please be sure to sign in and out and follow
lab rules concerning food/drinks in the computer areas.
Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 8 am – 9 pm, Fri. 8 am – 5 pm, and Sat. 9 am – 3 pm.
COMPUTER SERVICES ACCEPTABLE USE
Access to computing resources is a privilege grated to all TCC faculty, staff, and students. Use of TCC
computing resources is limited to purposes related to the College’s mission of education, research, and
community service. Student use of technology is governed by the Computer Services Acceptable Use
Statements/Standards found in the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook. These handbooks
may be obtained by contacting any Student Activities or Dean of Student Services office.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY OR MISCONDUCT
Academic dishonesty (cheating) is defined as the deception of others about one’s own work or about the
work of another. Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at campuses within the
Tulsa Community College system. Tulsa Community College adopts a policy delegating certain forms of
authority for disciplinary action to the faculty. Such disciplinary actions delegated to the faculty include, but
are not limited to, the dismissal of disrespectful or disorderly students from classes. In the case of academic
dishonesty a faculty member may:
 Require the student to redo an assignment or test, or require the student to complete a substitute
assignment or test;
 Record a "zero" for the assignment or test in question;
 Recommend to the student that the student withdraw from the class, or administratively withdraw the
student from the class;
 Record a grade of "F" for the student at the end of the semester.
Faculty may request that disciplinary action be taken against a student at the administrative level by
submitting such a request to the Dean of Student Services.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE
Courteous behavior will help you to learn, as well as your classmates. And, since learning is the goal of
your presence in this class, please abide by the following rules:
 Please arrive for class on time and stay until we are finished. On occasions when you know you will
be arriving late or leaving early, please let me know in advance.
 Food and most drinks are NOT allowed in the classroom. You may bring water in a bottle or
covered container.
 TCC is now completely Tobacco-Free. Please abide by this.
 Talking during my lecture time is inconsiderate and inappropriate. I will pause often and ask if there
are any questions. Disruptive students may be asked to leave.
 Tulsa Community College rules clearly state that un-enrolled children are NOT ALLOWED in
classrooms.
 All cell phones should be turned OFF or on Silent during class. Any use of such devices (as well
as iPods, tablets, etc.) during class may result in the user being asked to leave.
SYLLABUS CHANGES
Occasionally, changes to the syllabus may be necessary. Students will be notified of any changes to the
syllabus by email or announcement on Blackboard and in class.
TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE
The instructor may change this schedule AT ANY TIME by verbal or posted announcement in class.
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Elementary Statistics, Math 2193 – 206 (NE)
Fall Semester, 2014 (201510 8B)
Textbook Chapter Covered and Tests
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Oct 5
6
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12
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Syllabus, Chapter 1-2
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Chapter 3-4
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Chapter 4-5
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Chapter 6
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Chapter 7
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Review
30
Nov 2
3
Test #1, Ch 1-7
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Chapter 8
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Chapter 9
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Chapter 10
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Chapter 11
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Review
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Test #2, Ch 8-11
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Holiday
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Thanksgiving
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Friday
30
Dec 1
Chapter 12
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Review
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Dec 10
Final Exam
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