Introduction to Mathematics

Math 110

Spring 2004 Syllabus

Tuesday & Thursday at 8:00 in Bridges 262, Section #000792

Professor: Dr. Tim Harms Office: MacLean 364

Office Phone: 477-4016 Office hrs: Tues. & Thur. 9:20-10:50 and 2-4,

e-mail: harms@mnstate.edu Additional hours available by appointment

Web page: http://web.mnstate.edu/harms

Required Text & Supplement:

Text: Fundamentals of Mathematics, Setek, W.M., Gallo, M.A., Prentice Hall

Publications, 9^th Edition. 2002.

Math 110 Guided Notes, available at Copies Plus in the Comstock Union.

Recommended Supplies:

Three ring binder, pencil, & scientific calculator

Course Description:

This course will focus on Axiomatic systems (set of elements and rules for combining elements), logic, sets, probability and statistics. Not intended to prepare students for any subsequent course, except Math 303.

Learner Outcomes:

• A working knowledge of set notation and operations
• Determine if arguments are logical
• An increased understanding of statistics and probability
• Operations within different mathematical systems

Student Expectations:

• Regular and active classroom participation.
• Learn more mathematics and hopefully experience some enjoyment in the learning.
• Assignments read and turned in on due dates as listed from course on-line syllabus/calendar.
• Solve problems in mathematics by formulating problems, use different strategies to verify and interpret results, & communicate results.
• Students will act in an honest and trustworthy manner in class and on all assignments.

Course Outline:

Unit 1 – Sets (Chapter 2), Unit 2 – Logic (Chapter 3), Unit 3 – Probability (Chapter 4)

Unit 4 – Statistics and Mathematical Systems Chapters 5 & 6)

Class assignments with due dates are posted and regularly updated on the web page listed above under the Math110 link.

Evaluation:

1. Four unit tests covering: sets, logic, probability, and statistics each worth between 60-80 pts.

2. Quizzes will occur about every other week.

3. A modular arithmetic project in Unit 4 will be assigned and worth 30 pts.

4. Assigned problems from the textbook, handouts, & guided notes - 5 to 10 pts each.

5. Comprehensive Final worth 150 pts given on May 10^th at 9 a.m.

Attendance Policy:

If you have 2 or less absences at the end of the semester the lowest quiz will be dropped from your course average (note: 3 tardies will be considered equal to an absence).

Late work will lose 50% of its value each weekday beyond its due date. No make-up on missed quizzes or tests if prior arrangements have not been made with Dr. Harms.

Grading Scale:

-98 A+; 97-93 A; 92-90 A-

89-88 B+; 87-83 B; 82-80 B-

79-78 C+; 77-73 C; 72-70 C-

69-68 D+; 67-63 D; 62-60 D-

59%- F

Assistance Available:

If you are having trouble please see Dr. Harms during office hours or make an appointment. Math tutors are available in MacLean 362A. Individual tutors can be arranged through the counseling and personal growth center located in Bridges 260, or call 477-2227 to schedule an appointment.

Special Accommodations:

Students with disabilities who believe they may need an accommodation in this class are encouraged to contact Greg Toutges, Coordinator of Disability Services at 477-2652 (voice) or 477-2047 (TTY), CMU 222 as soon as possible to ensure that accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.