A123(class #) Social Science Class(title)
Semester Information
TR 11:30 – 2:30 (Class times)
RH 145(Class location)
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Text: (2010) Book Title, 8th Ed. by E. Bob Smith(author). New York, NY(publishing city):
Thomson Wadsworth(publisher).
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Course Description:
This course will provide an introduction to the study of sensation and perception. We will discuss
how scientists study perceptual phenomena. Over 1/2 of the course will be spent on describing
how the visual system works. It will be used as a model for the rest of the other senses; however
we will cover the auditory, gustatory, tactile and olfactory systems as well. Finally, a brief survey of
perceptual development will close the semester.
Course Objectives:
1) Will be able to explain the area of psychophysics and how it relates the physical world to
perception.
2) Will have a working knowledge of the major theories and paradigms of perception and be able to
critically evaluate the quality of these theories.
3) Will be able to describe the physical structures of each sensory system and explain how these
physical structures influence our perception.
4) Will be able to trace the neural pathways of each sensory system and describe what is known
about how perceptual information is processed by the nervous system
5) Will be able to describe how perceptual experiences change with age across development
Lecture Outline
(Dates of exams are firm; reading assignments may change if we fall behind or leap ahead)
First 1/3 of Course
Reading Assignment: Chapters 1, 3, 4, 9 and Appendix
1. Introduction
Project One: Method of Constant Stimuli, Limits
May 17, 19, 24, 26
3. The Visual System
Project Two: Dark Adaptation
Project Three: Visual Acuity Evaluation
4. The Visual Cortex and Beyond
9. Color Vision
Project Four: Color Vision
EXAM ONE
MAY 31
2nd 1/3 of Course
Reading Assignment: Chapters 5, 10, 8
5. Visual Pattern Perception
June 2, 7, 9, 14
10. Distance and Size Perception
Project Five: Monocular Depth Cues
Project Six: Measuring Stereoacuity
8. Movement
EXAM TWO
JUNE 16
AUTOMATIC WITHDRAWAL DEADLINE
TBD
Last 1/3 of course
Reading Assignment: Chapters 11, 12 ,14, 15, 16
11 and 12. The Auditory System
Project Seven: Sound Localization
14. The Cutaneous Senses
Project Eight: Two Point Touch Discrimination Thresholds
Project Nine: Passive and Active Touch
June 21, 23, 28
15. The Chemical Senses: Smell and Taste
Project Ten: Recognizing Odors
16. Perceptual Development
EXAM THREE
JUNE 30
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Details, Details, Details
CLASS: I will try to structure the class in the following manner. I will lecture for about 2/3 of the
class time and we will do demonstrations, projects, or watch short video clips with the rest of our
time. These interactive modules will be scattered throughout the full class session. Please feel free
to ask questions at any time during the class period.
EXAMS: Exams will be multiple choice, short answer, fill-in-the-blank, label and identify and
essay. They will cover the text assignments as well as class presentations. The emphasis throughout
will be on material covered in class, with additional material in text used to supplement your
knowledge on any subject taught. As a result, poor attendance will probably be reflected in the
grades because material presented in class (which may or may not be in the text) will be included in
the examinations. You are responsible, absent or not, for the material. Each exam will cover the
material specified on the syllabus, unless a change is announced during class.
PROJECTS: Throughout the course we will be conducting in-class and out-of-class projects. These
projects should be written up in a 2-3 page typed summary and turned in the class period after the
project is conducted. Each project will be docked 1 point for each day they are late and 1 point if
not typed or not complete. You must attend class and participate in the data collection or the
instructor will deduct points from your project scores as well. Each project is worth a maximum of
10 points.
EXTRA CREDIT: You can earn 16 points of extra credit added into your total accumulated points by
completing the multiple choice questions found on ONCOURSE under the link Original Test and
Survey. They correspond to the 16 chapters from the textbook. Each quiz is worth 1 point (each
question is worth .1 points).
GRADES: Grades will be based on the three examinations plus your project scores. Each
examination is worth 100 points. All ten projects together will be worth 100 points.
Therefore, a total of 400 points can be earned during the semester. The final grade will be
determined from the traditional "100 point" scale. That is, students earning 392-400 points will
receive an "A+", 369-391 an “A”, 360-368 an "A-", 352-359 a "B+", 328-351 a "B", 320-327 a "B-",
312-319 a "C+", 288-311 a "C", 280-287 a "C-", 272-279 a "D+", 248-271 a "D", 240-247 a "D-", and
below 240 an "F".
Test Grades (3)
300 total points
Projects (10)
100 total points
Extra Credit (16)
16 total points
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Total
400 total points
Math M 14 – Basic Algebra
General Syllabus-Fall 2010
TEXT:
Lial, Hornsby, McGinnis: Beginning and Intermediate Algebra, Fourth Edition
PREREQUISITE:
Basic Algebra students should have placed into this course on the University’s math placement exam. Also,
students who successfully completed M 7 (Elementary Algebra) are ready to take this course.
The student entering this course is expected to be proficient in the following skills:
1. Solving and graphing linear equations.
2. Solving Linear Inequalities.
3. Solving Systems of Linear Equations.
4. Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and evaluating polynomial expressions.
5. Factoring monomial and binomial factors from polynomial expressions.
EXAMINATIONS:
In addition to individual instructor requirements, all M014 students will be given a common midterm and
final.
GRADES:
Grades will be assigned according to the following scale:
A+
97-100%
A
93-96%
A90-92%
B+
87-89%
B
83-86%
B80-82%
C+
77-79%
C
73-76%
F
0-72%
PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS NO “D” GRADE. STUDENTS SCORING LESS THAN 73% WILL
RECEIVE A FAILING GRADE!
TEXT COVERAGE:
The class will proceed according to the following format:
Review of Factoring - Handout
5.5: Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring (quick review)
6.1: The Fundamental Property of Rational Expressions
6.2: Multiplying and Dividing of Rational Expressions (requiring minimal factoring)
6.3: Least Common Denominators (cover briefly, just enough to prepare for 6.4)
6.4: Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
6.5: Complex Fractions
6.6: Solving Equations with Rational Expressions
8.3: Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Elimination (review)
8.4: Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables
8.5: Applications of Systems of Linear Equations (skip mixture and motion problems)
7.3: Functions (Cover Only Notation f(x) and related domain and range)
This ends the material that must be completed prior to the midterm. The midterm will be administered
in 7th or 8th week of the semester and is worth 25% of your final grade. It covers sections 5.5 to 12.2
from the list above.
10.1: Radical Expressions and Graphs
10.2: Rational Exponents
10.3: Simplifying Radical Expressions-(including Pythagorean Formula)
10.4: Adding and Subtracting Radical Expressions
10.5: Multiplying and Dividing Radical Expressions
10.6: Solving Equations with Radicals
11.1: Solving Quadratic Equations by the Square Root Property (cover briefly)
11.3: Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic Formula
11.5: Formulas and Further Applications
11.6: Graphs of Quadratic Functions (brief-skip vertical or horizontal translation)
11.7: More about Parabolas and their Applications
11.8: Quadratic and Rational Inequalities
This ends the material that must be completed after the midterm. The final exam will be
administered during 16th week of the semester and is worth 35% of your final grade. It covers
sections 10.1 to 11.8 from the list above.
The remaining 40% of your grade may consist of homework, quizzes, tests, attendance,
participation, and/or any other component, and is entirely at your instructor’s discretion.
USE OF CALCULATORS:
Calculators ARE allowed in M014. A student who reaches the algebra course has demonstrated their
abilities in arithmetic and may now use the calculator as a tool to assist them. Graphing calculators are
recommended for students planning to take M118, M119, or M125.
MATH LAB:
IUN provides free math tutoring services on a walk-in basis at HH 436. All Math Tutors are students
majoring in Mathematics, a math-related field or are graduates with a degree in a math related field. In
order to accommodate students with varying schedules, we offer evening and Saturday hours. For more
information, please call the Math Lab at (219) 981-6979 or check the web page
http://www.iun.edu/~math/mlab.shtml. Before visiting the Math Lab remember to organize your
questions in advance, and be prepared to show your own homework attempts.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
If you have a documented disability and need assistance, special arrangements can be made to
accommodate most needs. Visit Student Support Services at HH 239 (980-6798) or go to the web page
http://www.iun.edu/~supportn/contactus.shtml for more information.
ELECTRONIC COURTESY:
So as not to disturb others please make sure all electronic devices are either turned off or in the silent
mode when coming into the classroom. Use of cell phones is prohibited during exams.
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND ACTUARIAL SCIENCE WEB PAGE:
To find more about mathematics courses, programs and faculty visit http://www.iun.edu/~math/