CMU+MA105+Syllabus

**Course Syllabus, 2012 Term V** **Central Methodist University**
 * MA105: Elementary Statistics**

**Meeting Times:** Monday & Wednesday 8:00–10:30pm **Instructor:** Kevin Gillespie **Email address:** gillespie.kp@gmail.com **Website:** http://kpgillespie.wikispaces.com/MA105 **Prerequisite:** Prerequisite: ACT Math subscore > 20 (or MA101/MA102) **Required Textbook: U** nderstandable Statistics by Brase/Brase (9th Edition)

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**Course Description:**
This course covers descriptive and inferential statistics. The descriptive portion analyzes data through graphs, measures of central tendency and spread. Other statistical practices utilize basic probability, binomial and normal distributions, estimation of population parameters, hypothesis testing, linear regression and correlation. Analytical reading and problem solving are required for success in this course.

**Objectives:**
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to: 1. Organize qualitative and quantitative data into meaningful charts and graphs. 2. Analyze data by comparing and contrasting graphs. 3. Evaluate measures of location, central tendency and variation for samples. 4. Evaluate probabilities using a variety of methods including standard counting arguments. 5. Evaluate probabilities using a variety of distributions. 6. Apply the Central Limit Theorem to sampling distributions. 7. Construct confidence intervals for population parameters. 8. Use estimation techniques to determine point estimates, confidence interval and sample size. 9. Perform and analyze hypothesis tests of means, proportions, and variances. 11. Evaluate correlation to determine the appropriateness of regression models. 12. Compute suitable regression models.

Common Core Competencies:
MA105 meets the competency requirements for Foundations in Mathematical Literacy [I.5-6]

**Pace of Course:**
This course will move very rapidly. For every hour spent in class, you are expected to spend an hour or so outside of class reading the book, doing homework problems, and studying the material. If you fall behind, it will be very difficult to catch up. You are responsible for all material in assigned chapters and all material covered in lecture, even if you are absent. See attached assignment sheet.

**Attendance:**
Regular attendance is necessary for this class. Late arrival or early departure from class may be counted as an absence. In the event of an absence, you are responsible for all of the material covered in class that day and any schedule changes or class announcements. Please refer to the attendance policies listed on pgs. 34-35 of the CLAS catalog for additional information.

**Academic Dishonesty and Classroom Conduct:**
All work that you complete for a grade in this course should be your own. Anyone caught cheating on a test or assignment will receive a grade of “0” on that assignment. Further consequences of cheating are possible and are stated in the CLAS catalog pg. 41. Any conduct that disrupts the class or hinders the learning process will not be tolerated. Please turn off cell phones during class.

**Grading Policies:**
There will be four unit tests, daily quizzes and daily homework. The unit tests will be closed book and closed notes, but I will supply some key formulas to you. You will be allowed to use your calculator on all tests and quizzes.

4 tests (100 points each) ..............................400 points 9 quizzes (~10 points each) ..........................90 points 9 homework (~10 points each) .......................__90 points__ Total Points Possible ....................................580oints

Your course grade will be based on your end-of-semester point total and the following scale: A = 545 - 580 B = 487 - 544 C = 429 - 486 D = 371 - 428 F = below 371

NOTE: Make-ups for missed tests will be granted only in cases of medical or job-related emergencies that are documented by the physician or employer. Homework assignments are due at the start of the next class. Late homework will be penalized. Daily quizzes can not be made up.

**Homework:**
Homework problems from the textbook for each section covered in class will be assigned, collected and graded. The problems on the exams will closely resemble the homework problems. Some exam and/or quiz problems will be actual homework problems. As a result, there is a very strong correlation between completing the homework and passing the class. Make an effort to work all of the homework problems and get help when needed.

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This syllabus is subject to change, without notice, at the digression of the instructor.