ST. MARY CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL
Course Overview
1918 Whites Road, Pickering, Ontario L1V 1R9
Telephone (905) 420 - 7166 Fax (905) 831-1778 www.stmarycss.ca
Principal: P. Perron
Academic Year
2013 - 2014
Department:
Mathematics
Vice Principals: C. Cuddy
L. Jeffs
L. Boehm
Teacher Name: Ms. Owen
Curriculum Chair: Mrs. Chang
Course Title
Data Management
Course Code
MDM4U1
Prerequisite
MCR3U or MCF3M
Grade
12
Level
University
Credit Value
1
Course Description
This course broadens students’ understanding of mathematics as it relates to managing data. Students
will apply methods for organizing and analyzing large amounts of information; solve problems involving
probability and statistics; and carry out a culminating investigation that integrates statistical concepts and
skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior
mathematics. Students planning to enter university programs in business, the social sciences, and the
humanities will find this course of particular interest.
Strand/Unit Titles
Counting and
Probability
Probability
Distributions
Instruction Strands/Units
Approx. Time
Overall Expectations/Unit Description
Spent
20 hours
1. solve problems involving the probability of an event or a
combination of events for discrete sample spaces;
2. solve problems involving the application of permutations
and combinations to determine the probability of an event.
21 hours
1. demonstrate an understanding of discrete probability
distributions, represent them numerically, graphically, and
algebraically, determine expected values, and solve related
problems from a variety of applications;
2. demonstrate an understanding of continuous probability
distributions, make connections to discrete probability
distributions, determine standard deviations, describe key
features of the normal distribution, and solve related
problems from a variety of applications.
Organization of Data
for Analysis
23 hours
Statistical Analysis
20 hours
Culminating Data
Management
Investigation
26 hours
1. demonstrate an understanding of the role of data in
statistical studies and the variability inherent in data, and
distinguish different types of data;
2. describe the characteristics of a good sample, some
sampling techniques, and principles of primary data
collection, and collect and organize data to solve a problem.
1. analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions from onevariable data using numerical and graphical summaries;
2. analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions from twovariable data using numerical, graphical, and algebraic
summaries;
3. demonstrate an understanding of the applications of data
management used by the media and the advertising
industry and in various occupations.
1. design and carry out a culminating investigation* that
requires the integration and application of the knowledge
and skills related to the expectations of this course;
2. communicate the findings of a culminating investigation
and provide constructive critiques of the investigations of
others.
Student Evaluation Criteria
Term Work
Culminating Activities
Categories
Knowledge/Understanding
25%
Project Process
10%
Inquiry/Thinking
10%
Project Presentation
10%
Communication
10%
Final Exam
20%
Application
15%
Term Total 60%
Culminating Activity Total 40%
Mark Reporting Periods
Semester 1
Semester 2
Progress Reports
October/December
March/May
Report Cards
November (Mid Term)
February (Final)
November
April (Mid Term)
July (Final)
April
Parent/Teacher Interviews
Assessment Formats Used
Written Work
Multiple Choice
True and False
Matching
Short Answers
Extended Answers
Questionnaires
Reports
Essays
Performance
Demonstrations
Illustrations
Graphs
Surveys
Charts
Diagrams
Oral/Other
Conferences
Interviews
Informal Questions
Speeches
Discussions
Lecture
Seminars
Labs
Resources may include:
Textbook, Journals/Articles, Video Presentations, Internet Searches, Computer Work, Library,
Simulations, Presentations
Classroom Policies & Procedures
School policies on attendance, late & missed assignments, uniform and student behaviours
are published in the Student Agenda and on the school website (www.stmarycss.ca). Some
examples of the major classroom expectations are highlighted below:

Arrive to class on time and in uniform
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Bring all necessary materials to each class

Adhere to the late and missed assignment policy to the best of your ability
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Ask for teacher assistance when required

Work cooperatively with the teacher and other students
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Behave respectfully towards others in the classroom

If absent, obtain all notes and assignments from the teacher upon return to class
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If any student is caught cheating, then he/she will receive a mark of zero on the test/quiz and
parents will be contacted.
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Date:
Parent Signature
Date:
Student Signature