Heartland Community College
Math / Science Division
Spring Semester 2013 Student Course Syllabus
Course Prefix and Number:
Course Title:
Credit Hours:
Days and times the course meets:
Math 141  91
Introduction to Statistics
4 Lecture Hours
Online
Introduction:
Statistics is used in every walk of life, enabling life-long learners to make informed decisions.
Exposure to basic statistical ideas and experience in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting
data opens the door for a variety of future applications.
Catalog Description:
Introduction to Statistics 4 HRS
Prerequisite: Completion of Math through Intermediate Algebra Level 1 or assessment.
A course in statistics that introduces various topics in probability and statistics, and demonstrates
a variety of real life applications. Some of the topics covered are sampling techniques and
simulation, data organization, distributions, measure of central tendency and variability,
probability, estimation, and hypothesis testing. A graphing calculator is required for this course
(instruction will be based on a T1 83+). (GECC M1 902) (FA, SP, SU)
Textbook: Triola (2008) Elementary Statistics Using the TI-83/84 Calculator 2nd Custom ed. for
Heartland Community College, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.
Instructor Information:
Name:
Jane Cler
Office:
ICN 2101
Office Hours: Tuesdays - 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, others by appointment
Phone:
268-8640 (leave message with Karen)
E-mail address: Jane.Cler@heartland.edu
Relationship to Academic Development Programs and Transfer:
MATH 141 fulfills 4 of the 3 (A.A.) or 6 (A.S.) semester hours of credit in mathematics required
for the A.A. or A.S. degree. MATH 141 should transfer as part of the General Education Core
Curriculum (described in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI)) to other Illinois colleges and
universities participating in the IAI. However, students should consult an academic advisor for
transfer information regarding particular institutions. Refer to the IAI web page
(www.itransfer.org) for information
Course Objectives (Learning Outcomes):
After completing this course the student should be able to achieve the following outcomes.
1. Organize and present data using statistical charts and graphs.
2. Obtain or generate data.
3. Generate a random sample.
4. Graph data and determine if the graph is enough to answer the question of interest.
5. Analyze and summarize data sets.
6. Find measures of center using technology.
7. Construct and analyze frequency distributions for a set of data.
8. Demonstrate why association is not causation
9. Know and apply probability theory to determine probabilities based on sample data.
10. Know and apply sampling techniques used to generate sampling distributions.
11. Determine probabilities associated with sampling distributions.
12. Properly assess whether a data set is compliant with the assumptions associated with
statistical procedures.
13. Properly analyze a statistical question using hypothesis testing, significance levels and pvalues using technology for calculations.
14. Demonstrate why statistical significance does not necessarily imply practical importance.
15. Use technology to properly analyze a statistical question using confidence intervals,
including the interpretation of confidence intervals.
16. Communicate the results of a statistical analysis.
17. Analyze the relationship between two variables to determine if there is a significant
correlation between them and if so, determine the linear relation between the two
variables.
18. Test a claim regarding three or more means using one-way ANOVA.
Participation (or Attendance):
Students are expected to do all the required online assignments and come to campus to take
the exams.
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Course/lab outline:
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Introduction
Graphs and Numerical Summaries
Probability
Distributions
Confidence Intervals
Hypothesis Testing
Correlation and Regression
Nonparametric Tests
ANOVA
Method of Evaluation (Tests/Exams, Grading System):
Students’ grades are based on successful completion of homework, online quizzes, and tests.
MyLabsPlus (Online homework)
6 Quizzes @ 20 points each
4 Regular Exam @ 75 points each
Comprehensive Final Exam
Total Points for the Semester
110 points (16%)
120 points (18%)
300 points (45%)
140 points (21%)
670 points (100%)
Grade Scale Based on Total Points:
Grade Scale Based on Total %:
603 - 670 Points
536 - 602 Points
469 - 535 Points
402 - 468 Points
0 - 401 Points
90-100%
80-89%
70-79%
60-69%
0-59%
A
B
C
D
F
A
B
C
D
F
Extra Credit: There will be No Extra points to earn at the end of the semester!!!!
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MLP: (Short for MyLabsPlus) REQUIRED
The access code is packaged with the book when purchased from the bookstore. If you do not
purchase the book from the bookstore, an access code will still need to be purchased. This
program offers math practice, tutorials, video lessons, immediate feedback and free
tutoring. Register at www.heartland.mylabsplus.com using the login and password that was
emailed to your heartland email account. You will be prompted to enter your access code
once you click a link in your course.
ONLINE HOMEWORK: REQUIRED
In this course you have weekly required and graded homework. This homework is done at the
following website: www.heartland.mylabsplus.com
The software that we use is called My Lab Plus (MLP for short). You will need to have an access
code to get registered for this site. Homework is accessed by clicking on the MSL Homework.
Each week there are homework assignments in MLP for the sections we are covering that week.
You may continue to redo these assignments until you receive a score that you are happy with.
There are specific due dates for each homework assignments. Once the deadline for the
assignment has passed, you will NOT be able to continue working on that section and your grade
is final. Remember at the end of the semester, this homework will count for (100 points) of your
final grade. It is very important that you do this homework.
EXAMS: REQUIRED
 Exam Policy: There are no make-up exams.
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Exams are taken in one of the testing centers for Heartland. You may take your exam at the
Normal, Lincoln or Pontiac campus.
Missed Exam: If you missed a regularly scheduled exam, you may use the replacement option
only once as explained below.
Replacement Option: At the end of the semester, you may replace at most one of your
regular exam scores with the percentage that you receive on the final exam if it is in your
benefit.
Final Exam: All final exams are comprehensive. This is mandated by the Math Department.
Absolutely no make-up on Final Exam!!
Quizzes: REQUIRED – There will be eight quizzes given online in MLP. The lowest two
quiz scores at the end of the semester will be dropped. There are no makeup quizzes.
Required Calculator: REQUIRED
TI 83/84 is required in this course.
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Incompletes:
An incomplete grade may be given to a student who, by the withdrawal date, can reasonably
by expected to pass the course. Incompletes may be granted only when justified by extreme
circumstances (e.g., serious illness, accident, death or serious illness in the immediate family).
Incomplete grades are not given for such reasons as unjustified failure to appear for the final
examination. A written agreement, outline the requirements to be met, must be signed by the
instructor and the student. The agreed upon requirements must be completed no later than the
end of the following semester. By the agreed upon date, the instructor will assign a grade or
the incomplete will be changed to an ‘F’ if the requirements are not completed.
Academic Integrity, Plagiarism, and Student Conduct:
Please refer to the student catalog.
Support Services:
If you have a documented disability and wish to discuss academic accommodations, please
contact Anita Moore at 268-8249 or anita.moore@heartland.edu.
Heartland Library: http://www.hcc.il.us/library
(309) 268-8200
Academic Support: Normal Center (309) 268-8410; Pontiac Center (815) 842-6777; Lincoln
Center (217) 735-1731.
Tutoring Center:
http://www.hcc.il.us/asc/tutor.html (309) 268-8231
Testing Center:
http://www.hcc.il.us/asc/testing.html (309) 268-8050
Computer Lab:
http://www.hcc.il.us/asc/computerlab.html
Notice of Canceled Class Sessions:
Cancelled class sessions, for all HCC classes, will be listed under Cancelled Class Meetings
in the A-Z Index and under Academic Information in the Current Students page on the HCC
Web site. Go to http://www.heartland.edu/classCancellations/ to learn what classes have been
cancelled for that day and the upcoming week. Be sure to check the last column, which might
contain a message from the instructor.
Syllabus Disclaimer:
This syllabus is subject to change. Changes will be announced in class. You are responsible
for all announced changes.
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Important Academic Dates:
Jan 14 ................. Classes Begin for 16-Week and 1st 8-Week Sessions
Jan 18 ................. Final Day to Drop with Refund for 1st 8-Week Session
Jan 21 ................. Martin Luther King Day (College Closed)
Jan 28 ................. Final Day to Drop with refund for 16-Week Session
Feb 22 ................. Final Day to Withdraw for 1st 8-Week Session
Mar 11-16 ............ Spring Break (No Classes, College Open)
April 10 ................ Final Day to Withdraw for 16-Week Session
May 8 .................. Classes End for 16-Week, 12-Week and 2nd 8-Week Sessions
May 9 .................. Optional Review Day – Clinical course classes meet
May 10-16 ........... Final Exam Week for 16-Week, 12-Week and 2nd 8-Week Sessions
May 17 ................ Commencement
FERPA STATEMENT
In order to be in compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and to
guarantee your privacy, I will not discuss your progress in this course with anyone besides you.
To help ensure this is the case, I will only communicate with you via email if you email me from
your official Heartland email address, or via MyLabsPlus.
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Math 141 – 91 Schedule and Due Dates, Spring 2013
Week
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1
Beginning
Date
1 – 14
Assigned
Chapter(s)
1
2
3
4
1 – 21
1 – 28
2–4
2
3
4
5
6
7
2 – 11
2 – 18
2 – 25
5
6
6
8
9
10
11
12
3–4
3 – 11
3 – 18
3 – 25
4–1
7
13
14
15
16
4–8
4 – 15
4 – 22
4 – 29
10
11
12,13
13
17
5–6
18
5 – 13
8
9
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Review
Due Dates:
Activate course, complete Mandatory informational
document and email to me.
Exam 1 opens in the Testing Center on 2-6
Homework for Chapters 1 – 3 due 2-10
Quiz 1 (Chapters 1 & 2) due 2-10
Quiz 2 (Chapter 3) due 2-10
Exam 1 due at the close of the testing center on 2-11
Exam 2 opens in the Testing Center on 2-27
Homework for Chapters 4 -6 due 3-3
Quiz 3 (Chapters 4 & 5) due 3-3
Quiz 4 (Chapter 6) due 3-3
Exam 2 due at the close of the testing center on 3-4
Spring Break – Enjoy!
Exam 3 opens in the Testing Center on 4-3
Homework for Chapters 7 – 9 due 4-7
Quiz 5 (Chapter 7 & 8) due 4-7
Quiz 6 (Chapter 9) due 4-7
Exam 3 due at the close of the testing center on 4-8
Exam 4 opens in the Testing Center on 5-1
Homework for Chapters 10 – 13 due 5-5
Quiz 7 (Chapters 10 & 11) due 5-5
Quiz 8 (Chapters 12 & 13) due 5-5
Exam 4 due at the close of the testing center on 5-6
Final Exam opens in the testing center on 5-12
Final Exam due at the close of the testing center on 5-15
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