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Mathematics of Business Affair
MATHEMATICS 1119
SECTION 1
COURSE OUTLINE
SPRING SEMESTER 2011
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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OFFICE HOURS
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM CURRICULUM
PREREQUISITES
COURSE OBJECTIVES: ENTRY COMPETENCIES AND LEARNER OUTCOME
ACTIVITIES TO MEET OBJECTIVES
TRANSFER CREDIT
TEXT AND MATERIAL
ADDITIONAL HELP
GRADING CRITERIA
EXPLANATION OF THE GRADING SYSTEM
SAMPLE EXAMINATION COVER SHEET EXPLAINING RULES
SUGGESTED EXAMINATION TIME MANAGEMENT
CODE OF ACADEMIC CONDUCT
GRADES - DEPARTMENT GUIDELINES
DAILY CALENDAR OUTLINE
Instructor:
Ros K. Shahrokh
Office Number:
B 154k
(B building, south-west corner)
Telephone No.:
323-5793
(with voice-mail)
Fax No.:
323-5555
e-mail:
rshahrokh@langara.bc.ca
Please use your “my.langara/Course Tools/My Course/ Math 1119../Emails/..” to
communicate with me. I will not respond to emails sent to me through other servers,
nor open any attachments. All handouts, solutions, assignments, …will be posted on the
O:Drive which is accessible both at Langara (my computer) or through
“myfiles.langara.bc.ca”. Alternatively refer to“mylangara/mycourses/coursetools/Math
1119./Files/…” website to review announcements and attached Files.
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OFFICE HOURS
January 10, 2011
MONDAY
to
TUESDAY
April 7, 2011
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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OFFICE
OFFICE
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Math
1119-1
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Math 1119-1
B018
OFFICE
OFFICE
Math
2310-1
B153
OFFICE
Math
2310-2
B153
Math 2310-1
B153
Math
2310-2
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COURSE DESCRIPTION AND RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM
CURRICULUM
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Basic Mathematics of everyday business affairs including simple and
compound interest, promissory notes, installment buying, trade discounts,
loans, mortgages, insurance, investments, and break-even analysis with
computer applications.
Using problems and analysis of real life like models, basic methods and techniques for
solving problems are presented.
Topics include;
A. REVIEW; Arithmetic and algebraic basics are reviewed.
B. BUSINESS MATHEMATICS; Ratios, proportions and percent. bank Services,
payroll, markup, markdown, discounts, commissions, break-even analysis,
depreciation, and taxes. Simple interest, present values and values at maturity,
equations of value, partial payments. Simple interest and bank discount. Compound
interest, nominal and effective interest rates, present values and values at maturity.
Periodic payments, annuities, mortgage loans. Business and Consumer Loans.
Introduction to statistics
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PREREQUISITES
While there are no formal prerequisites for this course, students with Grade 11 mathematics should
have no difficulty. Students who believe they may be too weak in Math to succeed in this course are
encouraged to take the Math 1100/1101 diagnostic test, which will indicate whether or not they
would be wise to take Math 1100/1101 (a non-graded, non-threatening, self-paced, preparatory
course) prior to attempting Math 1119.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
ENTRY COMPETENCIES:
Students entering this course are expected to:
Have an introductory knowledge of basic arithmetic and algebra.
LEARNER OUTCOME:
Through this course and upon its completion, students will:
The purpose of this course is to give students an opportunity to become proficient in doing
calculations underlying many business operations. Although this is not a course in business
procedures, it does reflect current Canadian practice as seen by the course convener, and it
does necessitate students' coming to understand those procedures. It is intended that the
material contained in this text will be of use to the student both as a person in business and as
a professional.
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the challenges and issues relating to business situations
through class discussion and problem solving and analysis, and using appropriate
calculator/ computer software programs to facilitate quantitative analysis.
2. Discuss and perform the process required to develop a solution to work and business
problems, including the identification of individual activities, data criteria, and
application of selected methods.
3. Analyze problem situations: formulating models, solving them with calculator and/or
computer decision support systems programs, and interpreting quantitative solutions to
develop implementing business solutions using quantitative methods.
4. Analyze individual steps required to implement the techniques and methods presented
in this course.
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ACTIVITIES TO MEET OBJECTIVES
This course will be delivered with a balanced combination of lectures, discussions, class
exercises, problem solving, computer workshops, and case analysis. The course outline
is intended to inform you in advance of major activities and assignments that have been
determined for each session. However based on the progress in the class, changes and
modifications may be made. The major activities are:
1- LECTURES AND CLASS DISCUSSIONS:
Students are expected to study the assigned chapter/s prior to each class session in order to be able to
participate actively in class discussions and make positive contribution to the learning process.
Discussion of appropriate practical experience and work related issues are strongly encouraged.
2- HOMEWORK;
Students are expected to read assignments and prepare text problems prior to the class session for
which they are assigned. Peer study groups for studying and discussion are advised and the usage of
Business calculator to solve the more complex problems is strongly recommended.
3- EXAMINATIONS:
Interim examinations assigned to measure the understanding of the course contents will be done.
4- CASES, QUIZZES AND ASSIGNMENTS;
Students are expected to study assigned problems and answer the questions and solve the problems
and be prepared for the quizzes. Problems and cases will be discussed in class where active and
informed participation is required.
TEXT AND MATERIAL
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REQUIRED TEXT:
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BUSINESS MATHEMATICS IN CANADA, by Ernest Jerome, 6th edition, Irwin
OPTIONAL TEXT WITH MATERIAL:
1- Student Solution Manual (This is a web access to the odd number problem
solutions that can be purchased with the special edition text)
REQUIRED MATERIAL AND HARDWARE:
1- TEXAS INSTRUMENT BA II PLUS (financial calculator)
TX TI-85 has most of A business calculator functions and can be used as a
substitute.
2- Access to a PC computer and working understanding of MS Excel
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ADDITIONAL HELP
Office Hours:
Please refer to the advertised office hours on page 3. For an appointment at any other time
check with your instructor. Additional hours are available by appointment only
The Math Activity Centre (MAC): (Known as the Gold Room); C Building Room C209
Students can receive in person faculty assistance at the Math Activity Centre during
advertised hours. The room is located on the second floor of the Book Store (‘C’) building.
It is a place for students to obtain assistance with problems in Mathematics and Statistics - as
a supplement to the time available from their instructors during office hours. There is a
schedule posted outside the centre and your classroom, which outlines the times that help is
available and for which courses it is available. In addition you will also find a couple of
computers running instructional software from or in support of your course, and a video
player where you can view tapes either from the library or from the Math department
collection. Use the service!
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GRADING CRITERIA
The evaluation of students’ performance will be based on the achievement of the course
objectives demonstrated in the:
CRITERIA
1.
2.
3.
4.
MARKS
Participation / Attendance
Assignment & Quizzes
Examinations 1 & 2
Final (Comprehensive)
5%
20%
45%
30%
TOTAL
100%
Students who miss examinations, tests, quizzes, and assignment due dates, will receive no mark for that part.
Make up examinations may only be arranged if the student has missed the exam in accordance to college
policies. A telephone message will not constitute an automatic permission Students may submit their
assignments and project papers via web, by using “myLangara/…”, however their work must be in any of the
MS Word, Excel, or pdf. format for a PC.
EXPLANATION OF THE GRADING SYSTEM: CLASS PARTICIPATION: This mark is obtained on the basis of constructive contribution to class
activities and discussions Make sure that your cell phone/ pager is off; violators will be disciplined for
disturbing the class or an examination. Student will lose a participation mark for each class missed up
to a maximum of five marks.
EXAMINATIONS: Two interim examination covering the assigned chapters and material discussed in
class during the semester and a comprehensive final examination including the entire material covered
in the course will be given. The date (April 12-20) and place of the final will be announced and
advertised later in the semester. Students are required to observe the dates stipulated in the calendar for
the final examination and not to commit themselves to engagements that might exclude them from the
final examination. Strict college policy applies to all cases. No make-up examination is allowed.
TESTS/ QUIZZES: There will be objective tests covering the material reviewed in class. No make-up
test/ quiz will be given.
ASSIGNMENTS: Students are required to do assignments on ad hoc basis from the textbook and
external sources for the sessions they are scheduled. There are penalties for late delivery of the
assigned work.
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Spring Semester 2011
INTERIM EXAMINATION 1
Mathematics 1119
Time allowed:
Total marks:
Weight:
115 minutes
TBA
22.5% (each exam)
Instructor:
Ros shahrokh
Please solve all the given problems. Quickly read through the examination paper, and answer the questions, which
seem more straightforward first.
Use a new page in your booklet for each question. The remaining pages will be used for the assignment.
You can use your calculator, and a one-page help sheet.
Unless specified, use rational/ irrational numbers to show your answers. Use approximated values for graphs. Show
the process of arriving at the final answer. Minimal mark will be given for just showing the final answer.
WRITE YOUR NAME on the examination paper as soon as you receive it. Insert the examination questions and
your help sheet inside your exam booklet when you finish and want to submit your work, otherwise your exam
will not be marked. All works and papers shall be returned after marking.
In case of multiple answers only the first answer will be considered - Cross out all the undesired answers.
NAME:
Recommendation: To Improve on your examination performance, it will be very helpful to budget your time. That is to
allocate your time by giving 90% of the total time to answering the questions and leave 10% for the end to be used for
reviewing your work and making the final corrections. A simple way to allocate time is to use a straight linear proportion
between each question’s mark and the time. eg: if the total exam is out of 40 and exam time is 115 minutes, then keep 15
minutes for review and allocate the 100 minutes by giving each mark 2.5 minutes like 25 minutes to a 10 mark question.
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Appendix A
Student Handbook (pp.39-46)
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Code of Academic Conduct
Educational/Student Services
Policy No.1.1.0.14
1.
Purpose
This policy delineates the authorities and the process by which students who commit academic transgressions will be dealt with
by the College.
Preamble
Langara College is dedicated to the pursuit of academic excellence. We are committed to creating an environment that promotes
scholarly activity which is based on hard work and integrity. Students of Langara College have the responsibility to pursue all
educational activities in an honest and forthright manner. Those who fail to do so will be disciplined accordingly under this
policy. Such discipline may include suspension, expulsion and/or denial of admission to the College.
2.
Definitions
"Cheating" is an act of deceit, fraud, distortion of the truth, or improper use of another person's effort to obtain an
academic advantage.
Cheating includes, but is not limited to: (a) submitting material that is not yours as part of your course performance, such as
copying another student's exam, allowing a student to copy your exam, presenting another's paper (in whole or in part) implying
it was written by you; (b) using information or devices that are not allowed by the faculty, such as using formulas or data from a
computer program, or using unauthorized materials for a take-home exam; (c) obtaining and using unauthorized material, such
as a copy of an examination before it is given; (d) fabricating information, such as data for a lab report; (e) violating procedures
prescribed to protect the integrity of an assignment, test or other evaluation; (f) collaborating with others on assignments without
the faculty's consent; (g) cooperating with, or helping, another student cheat; (h) other forms of dishonest behaviour, such as
having another person take an examination in your place; or altering exam answers and requesting the exam be re-graded; or
communicating with any person during an exam, other than the exam invigilator or faculty.
"Plagiarism" is the presentation of another person's or source's words and/or images and/or ideas as if they were one's
own. It ranges from an entire assignment which is not the student's own work to specific passages within an assignment taken
from a source without acknowledgment. For plagiarism to occur, intent is not necessary; plagiarism can be either intentional or
unintentional. In either case, it is unacceptable.
Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to: (a) directly quoting the words of others without using quotation marks or indented
format to identify them; or (b) using sources of information (published or unpublished) without identifying them; or (c)
paraphrasing materials or ideas of others without identifying the sources.
"Sanctions" by instructor, department or program for cheating or plagiarism means issuing a reprimand and/or warning with a letter
to the Dean and the student's file; issuing a failing grade for the assignment or course, letter to the Dean and student file.
by Dean means issuing a reprimand and/or warning, copy to the student's file; issuing a failing grade for the assignment
or course; refusing admission.
by President means suspension or expulsion.
5. Policy
5.1 Students of Langara College have the responsibility as members of the academic community to act in a scholarly manner.
Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, unacceptable academic conduct which may attract a sanction under this
policy includes:
5.1.a
plagiarism (see Definitions);
5.1 .b
failure to meet attendance requirements as stipulated for courses and programs;
5.1 .c
submission of fraudulent documents to achieve admission to the College or courses;
5.1 .d
alteration, misuse or misrepresentation of any College document or record or any document or record to be
presented to the College or agents of the College in paper or electronic form
5.1 .e
demonstration of academic dishonesty by cheating on examinations or in other evaluation methods used for
assessing admission requirements, academic standing or course work either at Langara or elsewhere if there is an
ultimate impact on Langara or its agents (see Definitions);
5.1 .f
submission of work which was completed by a person other than the student.
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The student's grade in a course is determined from a blend of a term mark, based on assignments and tests, and a final mark, based on
a common examination. College policy is that term work accounts for 50% to 80% of the grade, and in most of our courses it counts
for 60% with the final exam counting for 40%. Students should be aware, however, that the term mark is not finalized until after the
final exam has been written, and that the term marks for all students in any section may be tempered by the results on the final exam.
The Department feels that because of the cumulative nature of the subject (and the need to quickly recall and apply material from any
part of an earlier course), a grade of C- or better should be awarded only to those students who can "put it all together", and this sort
of overall competence is best tested for and demonstrated on the final exam. For this reason, we also require that in order to pass a
course it is necessary to pass the final exam, and that in general, though term work can pull a mark up, it can not do so by more than
one letter grade level.
Students are advised, therefore, that it is never safe to coast on the term mark and neglect the final.
The Langara grading system includes grades of A+,A,A-, B+,B,B-, C+,C,C-, D, F, N, or W; as defined in the
Calendar . The following excerpt includes also a column of approximate percentage ranges which are intended
as a guideline only:
Letter
Grade
A+
Grade Point
Equivalency
4.3
Interpretation
A
4.0
85-95
A-
3.7
80-84
B+
3.3
B
3.0
73-76
B-
2.7
68-72
C+
2.3
C
2.0
58-62
C-
1.7
53-57
D
1.0
Distinguished Achievement
(for consistently demonstrated excellence
in all aspects of the course)
Above Average Achievement
(for consistently demonstrated above average
proficiency in all aspects of the course)
Satisfactory Achievement
(for competent achievement in the course)
Marginal Performance
(credit granted but insufficient mastery
to proceed to the next level)
Approx %
Range
96-100
77-79
63-67
48-52
The percentage ranges added here are approximate guidelines only - to give you an idea of what letter grade to
expect on the basis of mid-term marks. We do try to be consistent and adjust test difficulty and marking styles
so that these numbers are reasonably good predictors, but the actual cut offs in any particular course or section
may vary slightly from these, and it is your instructor's judgement of your performance relative to the
"interpretation" column that provides the real determination and meaning of the grades. Note: A grade of C- or
better is required in order to use a course as a prerequisite for a subsequent course.
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