SYLLABUS
Mat 113 – Quantitative Literacy
Instructor:_________________________
Office/Hours:______________________
Phone:____________________________ E-mail:___________________________
Lead
Instructor:
Roberta Christie Office: J1004 – Lower J building
Phone: 1-800-481-2242, ext. 3328 E-mail:robertac@shawnee.cc.il.us
Credit
Hours:
Four (4) semester hours
Prerequisites:
Geometry-Mat 042 and Intermediate Algebra-Mat 114 with a grade of C or
better, or equivalent.
Textbook
and Class Material:
Mathematical
Thinking and Quantitative Reasoning, 2nd edition, Sons, Nicholls and Stephen,
(Kendall/Hunt Publishing), Dubuque, Iowa 1992.
Specific
Course Description:
This
course provides a conceptual understanding of quantitative reasoning. Develops skills in problem solving,
analytical thinking, and analyzing data using graphs; descriptive statistics;
using polynomial, exponential, and logistic functions and systems of equations
and inequalities to model and solve real-world problems; logic, estimating, and
judging reasonableness of answers; using the graphing calculator and/or
computer to facilitate problem solving.
Course
Objectives:
1. To develop competency in problem solving.
2. To represent data in an appropriate graphical
representation.
3. To recognize and use logical statements and
arguments in real world context.
4. To encourage critical thinking and open
communication.
5. To estimate, approximate and judge the
reasonableness of answers.
6. To become a more able consumer of
quantitative information in everyday life.
Instructional
Modes:
1. Group work and problem solving will be the
two focal points of the teaching procedure.
2. Lecture and demonstration will also be
utilized.
Student
Expectations:
1.
Attend class regularly and be on time.
2.
Read and prepare assignments prior to class.
3.
Turn in assignments on time.
4. Be
prepared for exams over assigned material.
Take tests at regularly
scheduled times unless extenuating
circumstances interfere. Quizzes
may be announced or unannounced.
Student
Evaluation:
1.
Work completed in the textbook will be evaluated,
2.
A number of quizzes on skill assessments will be given during class.
3.
Groups will present their solutions of problems to the rest of the
class.
4.
A comprehensive final exam will be worth 200 points.
5. Attendance
Grading
Policy:
Final
grades will be determined with the following approximate grading scale and will
be based upon the total number of points accumulated on the quizzes, the work
in the textbook, and the take home exams.
A = 90% or
above
B = 80 ‑
89%
C = 70 ‑
79%
D = 60 ‑
69%
Office
Hours:
Office
hours will be posted on the bulletin board outside the instructor’s
office. Other times are possible by
scheduling individual appointments at mutually convenient hours. Students are encouraged to consult regularly
with the instructor regarding class progress or other topics of concern.
Inclement
Weather Policy:
Become familiar with the inclement
weather policy of Shawnee Community College.
It will be read in all classes and posted in the cafeteria or student
lounge.
Academic
Dishonesty or Plagiarism:
Review the college policy regarding
academic dishonesty in the Student Handbook.
College
Policy:
Administrative policy prohibits the
following: eating, drinking, or using
tobacco in the classroom; bringing children or other unauthorized individuals
to the classroom.
Attendance
Policy:
Each
student is expected to attend all class meetings. The student is expected to be on time and
ready to begin class with the proper materials at the beginning of each class
period.
Topical
Outline:
1. Problem solving
2. Statistics
3. Logical Statements and Arguments
4. Geometry in Problem Solving
5. Estimation, Approximation, and judging the
reasonableness of Answers
Note: The above schedule and procedures in this
course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances.