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GENERAL INFORMATION
Fall 2009
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Welcome to CIS 1140 I look forward to working with you.
Here is important information about the course. Challenge yourself to do your best. 
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1 INSTRUCTOR: Prof. Jim Chaires 
2 OFFICE:
 CAT 229F
OFFICE HOURS:  TTh 1-2 pm, MW 1:30-2:30pm, W 9-10pm
PHONE:  301-322-0772 DEPARTMENT: 301-322-0421
E-MAIL:  jwchaires@ hotmail.com or chairejw@pgcc.edu Put CIS1000 in the 1st line
WEBSITE:
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3 TEXTBOOK:
of the subject.
academic.pgcc.edu/~jchaires or pgcc.edu Faculty & Staff Faculty Home
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UNDERSTANDABLE STATISTICS, Ninth Edition, by Brase & Brase. (Required)
SUPPLEMENT: Student Solutions Manual. (Recommended)
Pages C Chaires, J.
4 CALCULATOR: The Texas Instruments, (TI-83 or TI-84) any model of these calculators is required for this class.
5 GRADE: Your COURSE GRADE is based on:
(You may view your grades and average at my website)
 3 PROBLEM TESTS (100 pts. each)
 3 LANGUAGE TESTS (50 pts. each)
 3 HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (25 pts. each)
 2 COMPUTER ASSIGNMENTS (25 pts. each)
 THE FINAL EXAM (100 pts)
7 LANGUAGE TESTS are based on the language handout sheets. (given in the classroom.)
8 HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS are due on the day of THE PROBLEM TEST for that block.
You must show the details of your work for credit. Please turn in your work on single sheets of paper and not in a notebook.
If a calculator is used to get the answer, show the numbers, operations, or program name.
Late homework is worth 75% of its full value. No work = No credit = 0. (You must turn in the work to get homework credit.)
9. COMPUTER ASSIGNMENTS show how the computer is used to do problems. Handouts will be provided.
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EXPECTED COURSE OUTCOMES:
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
1. Analyze and classify data using graphs, histograms and box plots.
2. Compute measures of location and variation.
3. Estimate parameters and interpret data to make decisions and predictions.
4. Test hypotheses and interpret data to make decisions.
1. OFFICE VISITS:
You are welcome to come to my office when you need help with the course.
2. ATTENDANCE:
Please attend every class. Regular attendance is important for learning the material.
3. CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR:
Please pay attention. Talking with others during class time is not proper behavior.
4. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
A word about cheating. DON'T! Cheating will result in a score of ZERO on the item
involved, with no retest or makeup possible. A report must be filed with the Vice President
for Student Services.
5. CHILDREN OR VISITORS:
Only registered students are permitted in the classroom.
6. PHONES, BEEPERS, ETC.:
Devices that make sounds must be turned OFF during class.
7. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
Inform the instructor promptly of any required accommodations.
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES
Students requesting academic accommodations are required to contact the Disability Support Services Office (M-1042)
or call (301) 322-0838 (voice) or (301) 322-0122 (TTY) to establish eligibility for services and accommodations.
Students with documented disabilities should discuss the matter privately with their instructors at the beginning of the semester
and provide a copy of their Student/Faculty Accommodation Form.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Prince George's Community College Code of Conduct defines the rights and responsibilities of students and establishes a
system of procedures for dealing with students charged with violations of the code and other rules and regulations of the college. A
student enrolling in the college assumes an obligation to conduct himself/herself in a manner compatible with the college's
function as an educational institution. Refer to the 2005-2006 Student Handbook, beginning on page 41, for a complete
explanation of the code of conduct, including the Code of Academic Integrity and the procedure for dealing with disruptive student
behavior.
CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
The college is an institution of higher learning that holds academic integrity as its highest principle. In the pursuit of knowledge,
the college community expects that all students, faculty, and staff will share responsibility for adhering to the values of honesty
and unquestionable integrity. To support a community committed to academic achievement and scholarship, the Code of
Academic Integrity advances the principle of honest representation in the work that is produced by students seeking to engage
fully in the learning process. The complete text of the Code of Academic Integrity is in the 2005-2006 Student Handbook (pages
42-45) and posted on the college's website.
DELAYED COLLEGE OPENINGS
When the College announces a delayed opening, all classes with at least 45 minutes of class time remaining
at the time of the opening will be held. For example, in the event of a 10 a.m. opening, a 9:30-10:45 a.m.
class will be held. This procedure applies to all credit classes.
COLLEGE RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Campus Bookstore
Largo Student Center, Room 116
www.pgcc.edu/pgweb/pgdocs/bookstore.html
301-322-0912
Library Accokeek Hall
General information: 301-322-0105 Circulation services: 301-322-0475 Reference services: 301-3220476
www.pgcc.edu/library
The Library provides a range of library and media services. Refer to the web site for hours and more
information about the services.
Student Assessment Services Center (Testing Center)
301-322-0090
Bladen Hall, Room 100
www.pgcc.edu/pgweb/pgdocs/student_services/student_assessment_services.htm
Check the web site for hours, policies, and procedures.
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Student Development Services
301-322-0886
www.pgcc.edu/pgweb/pgdocs/student_services/index-sds.htm
Student Development Services has various programs that provide students with mentoring, advising, and
individual counseling. Call or check the website for more information.
Tutoring and Writing Centers
301-322-0886
Bladen Hall, Room 107
Stop by or call to make an appointment.
www.pgcc.edu/students/tutoring_writing_grammar/
The Tutoring Center can help you in many courses with free one-on-one or group tutoring. The Writing
Center offers one-on-one tutoring for all students who are working on a writing assignment in any
course.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS:
Center for Work-Based Learning 301-322-0136
Marlboro Hall, Room 2102
http://academic.pgcc.edu/cwbl/index.shtml
The Center for Work-Based Learning assists students with combining work experience and academic
study. Students are placed in jobs or internships where they may apply classroom learning to the real
world. Faculty and on-site supervisors monitor the training to assure that it is relevant to the student’s
major. College credit is earned for this work-based learning. Work sites are located throughout the
Washington, D.C. area as well as in Europe and Africa.
Collegian Centers:
http://academic.pgcc.edu/collegiancenters/
The College’s five Collegian Centers provide a “place to belong” outside of the classroom. They
bring students in particular disciplines together for co-curricular activities and opportunities:
Administration of Justice –Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, 301-386-7553
Paralegal/Pre-Law 301-322-0757
Bernard Center – Business Management and Accounting 301-322-0990 ext. 4810
Humanities – Art, Communication and Theatre, English, Language Studies, Music, and
Philosophy 301-583-5209
PSE – Psychology, Sociology, Early Childhood Education, and Teacher Education
301-386-7587
STEM – Sciences, Technology (Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, and
Engineering Technology), Engineering and Mathematics 301-341-3086
Hillman Entrepreneurs Program 301-322-0700 Marlboro Hall, Room 2051
http://www.hillmanentrepreneurs.com/
Students in any major, who have a passionate desire to start, run, or own a business, may apply for
admission to the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program. Admission is competitive. The program builds
entrepreneurial skills, pays up to 64 percent of tuition, provides a $500 stipend, and allows qualified
students to transfer to the University of Maryland College Park as Hillman Entrepreneurs where they
have up to 64 percent of their tuition paid and receive a $1,000 stipend.
Honors Academy/Program 301-322-0433 Marlboro Hall, Room 1087
http://academic.pgcc.edu/honorsprogram/
The Honors Academy admits academically outstanding honors students who are interested in a
rigorous program of academic excellence, intellectual development, leadership and community
service. Prince George's Community College Honors Program promotes students’ intellectual growth
and enrichment.
International Education Center 301-322-0177
Lanham Hall, Room 117
http://academic.pgcc.edu/internationalcenterThe International Education Center provides
academic support and assistance to students who need help with courses or with understanding the
American higher education system. The Center brings international and American students together
for learning enrichment activities, including a variety of discussion forums that foster awareness and
understanding of cultural issues.
Program Mentoring 301-386-7587 Marlboro Hall, Room 2038
The Program Mentoring Model provides first-time, full-time students with program mentors who will
guide and assist students with planning academic and career goals.
Service Learning 301-322-0713
The Service Learning Program encourages the development of civic responsibility through students’
participation in service projects within the community that support their academic objectives.
Through Service Learning, students learn actively by applying principles learned in the classroom
while developing critical reflective thinking as well as personal and civic responsibility.
CAMPUS RESOURCES AND SERVICES:
Student Development Services
Student Development Services offers programs that provide students with advising, individual
counseling, and mentoring. For more information, call 301-322-0886 or check the website:
www.pgcc.edu/pgweb/pgdocs/student_services/index-sds.htm.
Computer and Learning Labs
Office
Learning Lab
Location
Marlboro Hall
Room 2129
Open Computer Lab
CAT Bldg.
Math Learning Center
Marlboro Hall
Room 3104
Bookstore
Largo Student
Ctr. Room 116
Phone
301-322-0503
Hours of Operation
Mon.-Thurs.: 8 am – 8:45 pm
Fri.: 8 am – 3:45 pm
Sat.: 8:30 am – 3 pm
Sun.: 10 am – 1 pm
301-322-0999
Mon.-Thurs.: 8 am – 10 pm
Fri.: 8 am – 5 pm
Sat.: 9 am – 5 pm
Sun.: Closed
301-583-5257 or 5272 Mon.: 9 am – 9 pm
Tues.: 8 am – 8 pm
Wed.: 9 am – 8 pm
Thurs.: 9 am – 9 pm
Fri.: 9 am – 6 pm
Sat.: (as posted)
Sun.: Closed
301-322-0912
Hours vary at beginning and end of
the semester. Please call or check
website to confirm.
www.pgcc.edu/pgweb/pgdocs/bookstore.html
College Life Services
Largo Student 301-322-0853
Ctr. Room 149
Office
Distance Learning
Location
Accokeek Hall Room 313
Mon.-Fri.: 8:30 am – 5 pm
Phone
301-322-0463
www.pgcconline.com
Library
www.pgcc.edu/library
Police (Campus)
Testing Center
Accokeek
Hall
3013220105
Bladen Hall 301322First Floor 0666
Bladen Hall 301322Room 100 0147
Hours of Operation
Mon.-Thurs.: 8:30 am to 8 pm
Fri.: 8:30 am to 6 pm
Phone support available M-F:
8:30 am to 9 pm
Mon-Thurs.: 8 am – 8 pm
Fri.: 8 am – 5 pm
Sat.: 10 am – 3 pm
Sun.: Closed
24 Hours
Mon-Thurs.: 8:30 am – 8:30 pm
Fri.: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sat.: 9 am – 3:30 pm
No additional students will be admitted for testing 30
minutes prior to the posted closing time.
On the first Friday of every month during the Fall
semester, the Center closes at 2:30 pm with no admittance
after 2:00 pm.
http://academic.pgcc.edu/sas/sas-academic.shtml
Tutoring and Writing Bladen Hall 301322Room 107 0748
Centers
Mon-Thurs.: 8:30 am – 8:30 pm
Fri.: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sat.: 9 am – 3:30 pm
www.pgcc.edu/students/tutoring_writing_grammar
Fall 2009 Calendar
August 31
Monday Classes begin for fall 2009
Aug. 31–Sept. 4 Mon.–Fri. Late registration and schedule adjustment period
September 5–7 Saturday–Monday COLLEGE CLOSED—Labor Day vacation
September 9
Wednesday Refund deadline for full semester classes
September 12
Saturday Late registration for Saturday and Sunday classes, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
September 15
Tuesday Last day to apply for fall graduation
September 25
Friday Last day to change from “credit to audit” or “audit to credit” for full semester classes
October 21
Wednesday Midterm/ End of first half-semester classes
October 22
Thursday Beginning of second half-semester classes
October 26
Monday Begin registration for Intersession 2010
October 27
Tuesday College Enrichment Day— No Classes
November 20
Friday Last day to withdraw from full-semester classes
November 23
Monday Advance registration for Spring 2010 begins
November 25
Wednesday Beginning of Holiday. College open/ No Classes
November 26–29 Thursday–Sunday COLLEGE CLOSED—Thanksgiving Vacation
November 30
Monday College re-opens and classes resume
Last day to withdraw from second half-semester classes
Nov. 30–Dec. 2 Monday–Wednesday Advance registration for spring 2010
December 3
Thursday Begin open registration for spring 2010
December 10
Thursday Last day of regular classes for fall semester
December 11–17 Friday–Thursday Final examination period/Last week of classes
December 18
Friday End of Intersession registration
Spring in-person registration closes until Monday, January 4
Dec. 19–Jan. 3 Saturday–Sunday COLLEGE CLOSED— Winter break
January 25
Monday Spring 2010 classes begin
Monday April 27 Reserved for spring 2009 or fall 2008 students who have earned 36 or more credits at PGCC
(counting any credit courses in progress)
Tuesday April 28 Reserved for spring 2009 or fall 2008 students who have earned 24 or more credits at PGCC
(counting any credit courses in progress)
Wednesday April 29 Reserved for spring 2009 or fall 2008 students who have earned 12 or more credits at PGCC
(counting any credit courses in progress)
Thursday–Friday April 30–May 1 Open to all students enrolled in either spring 2009 or fall 2008
Monday May 4 Registration open to everyone
NOTE: For purposes of participation in advance registration, developmental course CEUs do not contribute to credits earned. They do, however,
count as current enrollments if the courses are in the fall 2009 semester. These dates do not apply to registration for Workforce
Development and Continuing Education courses.