FALL 2010
MA100
Business Math
3 Credit Hours
Textbook
Contemporary Business Mathematics
14th Edition
Deitz & Southam
Division of Business
Instructor: Cathy Forshee
Business Mathematics
FALL 2010
Course Number:
MA100
Time & Day:
MWF 1:00 PM-1:55 PM
Location:
Room 204
Instructor:
Cathy Forshee
Office:
F47 Orange Pod (across the hall from Cook Theatre)
Phone:
1-785-243-1435 ext 239
1-800-729-5101
1-785-464-3843 – home (please don’t call after 9 p.m.)
Email:
cforshee@cloud.edu
Required Text:
Contemporary Business Mathematics 14th Edition, by Deitz & Southam
ISBN 978-0-324-31801-2
Other
Required
Materials:
Notebook or Folder
Calculator
Also recommended is a jump drive for saving work and transferring
research from one computer to another.
Course Description: MA100 BUSINESS is a course starting with the basic math concepts and moving to
more complex mathematical concepts. The course will not only deal with theory, but will concentrate on
applications of using those concepts in solving problems dealing with personal finance, business finance, and
business analysis.
PREREQUISITE:
Pre-Algebra or appropriate ACT/ASSET/COMPASS scores.
EXPECTED LEARNER OUTCOMES:
The objective of this course is to provide each student with the skills and knowledge
needed to solve complex business problems. This will be achieved by first reviewing
basic mathematic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and the
manipulation of information in word problems. Then, after learning new business
formulas, we will integrate mathematic calculations with these business formulas to allow
each student to solve complex business problems.
METHOD OF EVALUATION/GRADING: METHOD OF EVALUATION/GRADING:
Students will be expected to complete a variety of assignments, quizzes and exams. A student’s final grade will
be evaluated according the following grading scale:
A = 100 - 90
B = 89 - 80
C = 79 - 70
D = 69 - 60
F = 59 - 0
TEACHING METHODS: TEACHING METHODS:
Classes will be a combination of lecture, discussion, class assignments, quizzes and tests.
1. Quizzes: A quiz will be given after each chapter to ensure students comprehend the assigned material.
Quizzes may include true/false, matching, completion, and/or multiple choice questions. The quizzes are 10
questions each worth 2 points. You will be allowed 20 minutes to complete each quiz. NO make-up quizzes
will be given, unless there are extenuating circumstances, as defined by the instructor.
2. Unit Exams: There will be 5 unit exams worth 100 points each. You will be allowed one hour to complete
the test. All tests are to be “closed book” and no prior notes are permitted.
3. Class Assignments
There will be Chapter Questions and Class Assignments that you will be expected to do during the allotted class
period time.
ASSIGNMENT POLICY:
Assignments are due at the beginning of a class session. In the case of a planned absence you must notify the
instructor in advance and turn in assignment BEFORE leaving.
COURSE POLICIES
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
It is imperative that each student does his/her own work. The following policy will apply to all students in
class.
Infractions of academic integrity (honesty) shall include:
 Using another student’s work without giving the student credit for the work. In other words, taking
someone else’s file and placing your name on it and claiming it is yours, using another student’s quiz, or
help on a quiz/exam.
 Giving another student your file(s) knowing that he/she intends to turn it in as his/her own creation,
giving another student your quiz, or help on a quiz/exam.
It is not an infraction of the policy to help another student understand how to do an assignment if he/she does
the work himself/herself with your assistance.
Cheating:
“Cheating means getting unauthorized help on an assignment, quiz or examination.”
1. You must not receive from any other students or give to any other students any information, answers, or
help during an exam.
2. You must not use unauthorized sources for answers during an exam. You must not take notes or books
to the exam when such aids are forbidden, and you must not refer to any book or notes while you are
taking the exam unless the instructor indicates it is an “open book” exam.
3. You must not obtain exam questions illegally before an exam or tamper with an exam after it has been
corrected.
Materials taken from “Academic Dishonesty in Our Classrooms.” Instructional Exchange, 1990, 2 (2), 1-4 (Newsletter available from the Office of
University Assessment and Intellectual Skills Program, Western Michigan University)
Plagiarism:
“Plagiarism” means submitting work as your own that is someone else’s. For example, copying material from a
book, the Internet, or another source without acknowledging that the words or ideas are someone else’s and not
your own is plagiarism. If you copy an author’s words exactly, treat the passage as a direct quotation and
supply the appropriate citation. If you use someone else’s ideas, even if you paraphrase the wording,
appropriate credit should be given. You have committed plagiarism if you purchase a term paper or submit a
paper as your own that you did not write.
PENALTIES FOR INFRACTIONS:
There will be absolutely no toleration of any infraction of academic integrity, cheating, or plagiarism. The
penalty for committing an infraction will be an automatic 0 and possible “F” in the course for all who are
involved.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Attendance in class is the student’s responsibility. If you miss an evening class it is comparable to a week of
day classes, so it is important that you make it to class. Students cannot miss class and effectively complete the
course requirements. In case you are late or absent from class, it is your responsibility to get the notes,
handouts, and turn in the required assignments.
CONDUCT:
Appropriate behavior is expected at all times. It is expected that you will be on time to class, remain respectful
of self and others, use appropriate language, not speak out of turn and have cell phones turned OFF.
You are in the class to learn. If you aren’t, others are, and if you unduly disturb that effort, you may be asked to
leave the class.
EXAMINATION POLICY:
Exams and quizzes must be completed. Absence from any examination must be approved in advance by the
instructor and is the responsibility of the student to make up on his or her own time. Any student who misses an
examination without prior approval will receive an automatic deduction of ten percent on the exam.
INSTRUCTOR ASSISTANCE:
If you are having problems with the course work or assignments, please let the instructor know as early as
possible. My office hours are intended as a time to work with students and prepare for
classes. If you are unable to come during my office hours, please ask for an appointment in advance. I
encourage you to use E-mail as a reliable way to contact me about any issues.
TUTOR ASSISTANCE:
Tutors are available in the Learning Skills Center. Contact the Learning Skills Center for more information.
INCOMPLETE POLICY:
Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented as described
in the Student Handbook. The incomplete must be made up with the instructor assigning the incomplete and
must be completed the semester immediately following the semester in which the class was taken. Refer to the
Student Handbook for a complete explanation.
ACADEMIC COMPLAINTS:
Cloud County Community College has an Academic Due Process Policy to address any student academic
complaints. For any unresolved complaints, the policy can be obtained from the Academic Affairs Office.
DEPARTMENT GOALS:
Students who complete a mathematics class at Cloud County Community College should be able to:
1. Demonstrate mathematical reasoning or analysis.
2. Demonstrate mathematical knowledge.
3. Manipulate mathematical expressions.
COURSE GOALS:
1. Reviewing basic mathematics skills
2. Determining how to figure interest and gain an awareness of how interest charges are calculated for
individuals and institutions
3. Understanding the use of percentage in business
4. Compute sales taxes using rate tables and percents, property taxes bases on assessed valuation, compute
tax rates in percents and mills.
5. Compute future values, present values from tables and formulas.
6. Compute auto insurance-life insurance-medical insurance contributions and reimbursements
7. Compute simple interest, compound interest and present value, installment purchases and promissory
notes and discounting.
8. Compute the costs and proceeds of stock buy-and-sell transactions.
9. Compute rate of yield and gains or losses on the purchases and sales of stocks.
ASSESSMENT of COURSE GOALS: Fall 2010All students enrolled at CCCC are evaluated in a number of
ways. This includes the use of testing, homework, performance, and related methods. Students may also be
involved in the ongoing assessment process to insure quality learning. If you have questions about assessment
please contact the instructor.
Each semester student learning success will be assessed.
Rubrics/Rating Scale
3 – Skilled
2 – Moderately Skilled
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1 – Exposed N – Not Exposed
Ninety percent of the students will score a Level 2 or higher on one-hundred percent of
the program competencies.
Forty percent of the students will score a Level 3 on eighty percent of the program
competencies.
ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABILITY:
If you need academic adjustments for any type of disability, see your instructor during office hours or make an
appointment. Students also may contact the Director of Advisement and Counseling, located in the Advisement
Center.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:
In case of extremely severe weather, the college may close. The following radio and TV stations will be
notified:
KNCK
1390 AM
Concordia
KCLY
100.9 FM
Clay Center
KREP
92.1 FM
Belleville
KHCD
89.5 FM
Hutchinson
KVSV
1190 AM
Beloit
KSAL
1150 AM
Salina
WIBW (TV) Chan. 13
Topeka
KWCH (TV) Chan. 12
Wichita
KOLN (TV) Chan. 10
Lincoln, NE
Notification will also be placed on the internet at www.cancellations.com. A text message will also be sent out
on the Emergency Text Messaging System for the students who have signed up for it.
Students should call the switchboard at 800-729-5101 or 785-243-1435 if they are unable to attend class due to
hazardous conditions. Night class and off campus class cancellations are left to the discretion of the instructor.
EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE:
When alarms are sounded or crisis conditions arise, you will be instructed to move to a designated safe area or
to remain in the classroom until the crisis has passed. If you are informed to leave the room, take as many of
your personal belongings as time permits. Cell phones and other electronic devices are only to be used once
you arrive in the safe area outside the building. Students requiring special assistance will be the responsibility
of the instructor or staff person.
Systems of alert for tornado or bomb threat: PA system, phone, or staff interruption of class. In case of fire, the
alarm will sound.
If directed to leave the building, evacuate to the soccer field unless an alternate safe location has been
designated.
2010 Fall Schedule
Week 1
August 18-20
Introduction to class
Fundamental Processes
Addition-Subtraction
Week 2
August 23-27
Fundamental Process
Multiplication-Division-Estimating
Quiz 1
Week 3
August 30-Sep 3
Fractions/Decimals/Word Problems and Equations
Week 4
September 6-10
September 6 Labor Day-College Closed
September 8 Exam 1
Percents
Week 5
September 13-17
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Week 6
September 20-24
Commissions/Discounts/Markup
Week 7
Sept 27–Oct 1
Payroll Records
October 1 – In-Service – Day Classes will not meet
Week 8
October 4-8
Taxes
Quiz 2
Week 9
October 11-15
Insurance
October 15 Exam 3
Mid-Term Exams
Week 10
October 18-22
Simple Interest
Quiz 3
Week 11
October 25-29
Installment Purchases
Quiz 4
Week 12
November 1-5
Promissory Notes and Discounting-Bring a Calendar to Class
Quiz 5
Week 13
November 8-12
Compound Interest
November 11-Veterans Day-College Closed
November 12 Exam 4
Week 14
November 15-19
Corporate Stocks
Quiz 6
September 20 Exam 2
Banking
Week 15
November 22-23
Corporate and Government Bonds
November 24-25-26th Thanksgiving Break-No Class
Week 16
Nov 29-Dec 3
Annuities
Quiz 7
Week 17
December 6-10
Compound Interest
Exam 5
Finals
December 13-16
Comprehensive Final