Math 141 Business Mathematics I Fall 2005
Instructor: Sandra Nite
E-mail: snite@math.tamu.edu
Web Page: http://www.math.tamu.edu/~snite
Office: Blocker 629E
Office Phone #:
Office Hours:
845-1170
8:30-10:00 a.m. MWF; 3:00-4:00 p.m. Wed
AND by appointment
Class Times & Locations: MATH 141-522
MATH 141-528
MWF 10:20-11:10
MWF 11:30-12:20
BLOC 165
BLOC 165
MATH 141-506 MWF 1:50- 2:40 BLOC 158
Texts: Finite Mathematics for the Managerial, Life, and Social Sciences, 8 th Ed. by Tan
Finite Math on the Web 2.0 (Module Workbook)
Catalog Description: Linear equations and applications, linear forms and systems of linear equations, matrix algebra and applications, linear programming (graphical and simplex methods), probability and applications, statistics. Prerequisites: High School Algebra I and II and Geometry.
Calculator Policy: A TI-83/TI-84 (Plus) is REQUIRED ; these are the only calculators I will use in class for demonstrations.
Homework:
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There will be total of 100 points coming from homework.
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You will find your assignments at http://www.iLrn.com
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In addition to the graded homework, I recommend that you keep a spiral in which you work the problems from the suggested homework list found on our course web page. It is imperative that you work at least the suggested problems, as well as the assigned problems, in order to be fully prepared for quizzes and exams. More practice may be necessary for you to be successful.
Quizzes: There will be a total of 100 points coming from quizzes given in class.
Computer Module Quizzes:
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There will be a total of 100 points coming from computer module quizzes.
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These quizzes are found at http://www.iLrn.com
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Information about and due dates for these quizzes can be found at http://www.math.tamu.edu/~snite/141Modulepage.html
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There is a help lab set up for these modules Sunday-Thursday from 7-10 PM in BLOC 104 .
Exams: There will be three exams worth 100 points each. The dates of these exams will be announced in class. You must bring your student ID to each exam. Calculators will be checked during or before each exam.
Tenative Exam Schedule:
 Exam I …Week of September 19 th
 Exam II …Week of October 17 th
 Exam III …Week of November 14 th
FINAL EXAM: The final exam is COMPREHENSIVE and worth 200 points.
FINAL EXAM Schedule:
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Section 522 is on Tuesday, December 13 th
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Section 528 is on Wednesday, December 14 th
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Section 506 is on Tuesday, December 13 th
8:00–10:00 AM
10:30 AM–12:30 PM
3:30-5:30 PM

Grades: There are 800 total possible points.
The grade distribution will be as follows:
A: 720-800 points
B: 640-719 points
C: 560-639 points
D: 480-559 points
F: Below 480 points
Policies: Policies pertaining to absences, scholastic dishonesty, and final exams are identical to TAMU regulations.
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You are responsible for checking your neo account.
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Attendance is expected and will be used in conjunction with your final exam grade as a consideration in the case of borderline grades. By attendance, I mean active class participation, not just showing up and sitting in the classroom.
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If you disagree with any deduction taken on your homework, quizzes or exams, you must bring it to my attention before your next class to be re-graded.
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Students with an official excused absence are permitted to make up work only for the dates of the absence. No make-up exams or quizzes will be given without a verified official University excuse. In the case of illness, a student MUST contact me by the NEXT day and present a valid doctor’s excuse before the make-up will be given. The preferred make-up exam is to use half of the grade on the final exam in place of the missing exam; other options can be discussed as needed.
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SCHOLASTIC DISHONESTY o An Aggie does not lie, cheat, or steal, or tolerate those who do. o Note: It is considered CHEATING to have notes, formulas, or programs in your calculator other than the ones I give you to use. o
For additional information on the Honor Council Rules and Procedures consult http://www.tamu.edu/aggiehonor/
A.D.A. Policy Statement: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Department of
Student Life, Disability Services Office, in Room B116 of Cain Hall or call 862-4570.
Copyright Policy: All printed materials disseminated in class or on the web are protected by Copyright laws. One Xerox copy (or download from the web) is allowed for personal use. Multiple copies or sale of any of these materials is strictly prohibited!
Personal Request: As a courtesy to me and all of the students in your class, please keep all cell phones muted during class and refrain from discussion not related to class. Thanks
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If you need HELP:
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Ask questions in class!
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Come see me during my office hours or make an appointment.
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Go to help sessions (places and times to be posted on the web) starting the second week of classes.
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Use Week-in-Reviews (starting the second week of classes) :
Mondays…7:30-9:30 PM…BLOC 158…conducted by Mrs. Nite
Tuesdays…7:00-9:00 PM…BLOC 158…conducted by Bollinger
ALL Night Before Drills (the test reviews) for MATH 141 will be held in BLOC 102
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Work extra practice problems online at http://www.iLrn.com
where you can get immediate feedback.
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Construct a sample exam online at http://www.math.tamu.edu/~qna
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Get a private tutor. (A list is found in BLOC 601.)
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Contact the Learning Skills Center (845-4427)
Tentative Calendar of Topics:
Week Sections
1 1.1-1.5
Week
6
Sections
6.1-6.2
Week
11
Sections
8.1-8.3
2
3
4
5
2.1-2.3
2.4-2.6
3.1, Exam 1
3.2-3.3, 4.1
7
8
9
10
6.3-6.4
Review, Exam 2
7.1-7.3
7.4-7.6
12 Review, Exam 3
13 8.4-8.5
14 8.6, 5.1-5.2
15 5.3, Review