Mathematics for Business Decisions I Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

MATH-1324-006 Mathematics for Business Decisions I

Prerequisites

MATH 0303-minimum grade of C, an Accuplacer score of 75, a THEA score of 270 or an equivalent score on a state-approved test

Course Description

Study of matrices; linear programming; quadratics; exponential and logarithmic functions; rational and other relations, functions and their graphs; finance; probability.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Online Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Lial, Hungerford, Holcomb, Mathematics with Applications, Tenth Edition.
\ Pearson Addison-Wesley, 2011.

Supplies

\ Access to Internet and a graphing calculator.  The recommended calculator for this course is a Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus.  Other forms of Texas Instruments or Casio graphing calculators will also be permitted at the instructor’s

Student Performance

\ After completing this course, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:

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1. \ Recognize, solve, and graph linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic and rational equations and their applications in the fields of business.
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2. \ Solve linear programming problems using both graphing methods and the simplex method.
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3. \ Investigate facets of mathematics as applied to finance, management, and business.
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4. \ Solve applied problems involving simple interest, compound interest, and annuities.
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5. \ Investigate and apply sets and set operations.
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6. \ Demonstrate an understanding of probability.
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Students Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

\ SCHOLASTIC DISHONESTY:  Scholastic dishonesty (cheating) will not be tolerated in this course and will result in a zero on the assignment or exam involved and may result in you being denied access to this course.  Further action may be sought if necessary.  Scholastic dishonesty is clearly defined in the Student Rights and Responsibilities.  You are expected to conduct yourself in this course according to the standards outlined in Student Rights and Responsibilities. 

\ BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS/CLASSROOM GROUND RULES:  Students are expected to behave in the online environment the same way as in a traditional classroom.    In order to receive credit for a course, all material listed on the syllabus must be covered.  The instructor sets the pace to ensure that these requirements are met.  Complaining about the pace will not result in less material being covered.  Students who fail to comply with the standards outlined in the syllabus and/or “Student Rights & Responsibilities” will be subject to disciplinary action which may include but is not limited to; denied access to online course, consultation with department chair and/or other AC authority, withdrawal from the course and/or the college.
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\ FOOD/DRINK:  It is the policy of the Mathematics and Engineering Department that food and drink be allowed in the classroom setting, at the instructor’s discretion, but food and drink are not allowed in the Computer Labs.
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\ PHONE/PAGERS:  It is the policy of the Mathematics and Engineering Department that cell phones and pagers must be turned off or in silent mode in the classrooms and the Computer Labs.  Cell phones should not be out during class.

Grading Criteria

The final grades of A (90-100), B (80-89), C (70-79), D (60-69), and F (below 60) will be computed as follows:
    30%    Online Exams (highest 4)            
    40%    Midterm/Final Exam (20% each)        
    15%    Online Homework Average        
    10%    Module Activities          
      5%    Midterm/Final Pre-Tests
       

INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD / EXAMINATIONS:  There will be graded homework assignments, module activities, chapter exams, midterm and a final.

Attendance

Regular attendance is necessary to be successful in this course.  Students should log-in to the course at least 3 different days per week (not times).  This is needed for several reasons:

1. I will communicate with you in AC Online, so it is important for you to log-in regularly to check course announcements and updates.
2. If you log-in regularly, you are more likely to keep up with your work and finish each module in a timely manner.
3. I am required to verify that you participated and were present in the course.  In a face-to-face course, I would take attendance.  With online courses, this is accomplished through log-ins.

Please remember the deadline for dropping a class at AC is April 19, 2012. If you stop attending class and your average drops below a 60 due to missed assignments and you do not officially drop the course by this deadline, you will receive an F for the course.  Note:  Late drops will NOT be given under any circumstance.

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Additional Information

\ TECHNICAL HELP:  If you need help, you can contact the CTL Helpdesk for AC Online at 371-5992.
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\ EXPECTATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS COURSE
\ Every online class is different; it makes sense to outline my policies and expectations so that each student is well informed as they begin the class as to what will be required of them.
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1. \ Online classes are not necessarily more difficult than in-class courses, but they require additional skills of the student. You will be expected to learn the material by utilizing the resources available to you and by reading your textbook. Help is available to you when you need it in a variety of forms. You will also be required to use two different sites to complete your work (AC Online and MyMathLab). You will need some familiarity with downloading software, e-mail programs, and discussion board programs. You will need to be a strong reader and have a very high reading comprehension level.
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2. \ You will need internet access. You will need internet access for several hours each week. To use MyMathLab, you will need specific software that may not be available on all public computers, so I do not suggest using the computer at a public library for this course. You should plan to use either your personal computer or a computer at Amarillo College. If you plan to use a computer at Amarillo College, please keep in mind that the library may have limited hours on weekends or holidays and keeping up with the library’s hours is your responsibility. By signing up for an online course, you are communicating that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection with the appropriate software.
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3. \ This class demands a great deal of time. Online courses often take more time than in-class delivery courses. Please expect to spend at least 10-15 hours each week (more during summers) on this course. If your other life commitments do not allow you this amount of time to spend on the course, you may want to choose another course or delivery method.
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4. \ Deadlines are your responsibility. Due dates are given to you here on the syllabus and in the course schedule. Online classes give you the freedom to complete your assignments at your own pace and in your own time. With this freedom comes responsibility and you are responsible for completing your assignments by the posted due dates regardless of other commitments you may have in your life beyond this class. We all make choices in life: if your life demands that you not complete an online test or homework, then a consequence of that choice is a zero for that exam or homework assignment. . Completing assignments a few days ahead of the due date is the best way to ensure that all your assignments are turned in on time.
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5. \ Technical difficulties happen. Yes, technical difficulties happen, and usually at the worst possible times. Plan on it. If ever your internet connection is going to go out, it will happen the night you left the online test until the last minute. If you have technical difficulties while completing a test, I can help you; however, I will not be online at 11:30 p.m. on the due date. If technical difficulties prevent you from completing an online test on time, your assignment will be late. Completing assignments a few days ahead of time ensures that if you have any technical difficulties, we can take care of them before the due date and your assignments will be completed on time.
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6. \ You are responsible for getting help when you need it. There are many ways to get help in this class, but you are the only one that will know when you need help. I cannot see you, and I don’t really know if a low test score means you need help or you just had a bad week. There are several resources available to help you succeed in this course, just ask and we can work together to find help for you.
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7. \ This course requires organization and a good study plan. Online courses take a lot of self-motivation and discipline. This will usually be easier if you develop a system for keeping up with your assignments in the course.
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8. \ Don’t ask for extra credit. If extra credit is offered, I will notify you by e-mail or by placing an announcement on the homepage for the course. Don’t expect extra credit to be offered, and don’t e-mail me asking for extra credit.
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9. \ The same rules for a traditional classroom apply. You are expected to conduct yourself in this course according to the standards outlined in Student Rights and Responsibilities. Pay specific attention to the sections on plagiarism and academic dishonesty. Please also note that disrespect in any form toward your classmates or instructor will not be tolerated and may result in you being denied access to the course.
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\ If you add this course after the official starting date. . . you are still responsible for all the information and all due dates still apply.

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\ TEAMWORK
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\ This class requires that we work together as a TEAM.  Each of you can be successful in this course if we both put forth our best efforts and work together. 

\ As your instructor, I pledge to:

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• \ Present the material to you in an organized manner
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• \ Maintain the course on AC Online and MyMathLab
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• \ Answer your questions in a timely manner
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\ As a student, I expect you to:

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• \ Log in to AC Online regularly
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• \ Put in the time it takes to read and comprehend the material presented in each weekly module
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• \ Complete your assignments in a timely manner
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• \ Ask for help when you need it
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