Phillips, Steven T.

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University of Montana ScholarWorks at University of Montana Syllabi Course Syllabi Spring 1-2016 M 105.01C: Contemporary Mathematics Steven T. Phillips University of Montana - Missoula, steven.phillips@umontana.edu Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/syllabi Let us know how access to this document benefits you. Recommended Citation Phillips, Steven T., "M 105.01C: Contemporary Mathematics" (2016). Syllabi. 4070. https://scholarworks.umt.edu/syllabi/4070 This Syllabus is brought to you for free and open access by the Course Syllabi at ScholarWorks at University of Montana. It has been accepted for inclusion in Syllabi by an authorized administrator of ScholarWorks at University of Montana. For more information, please contact scholarworks@mso.umt.edu.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         M105 CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED ARTS AND SCIENCES SPRING 2016 SYLLABUS Section:Instructor: Steve PhillipsOffice: GH 07Office Hours: By Appointment E-mail: steven.phillips@umontana.eduStatistical thinking will one day be as necessary for efficient citizenship as the ability to read and write. ~~ H.G. WellsTextbook: Pirnot: Mathematics all around; 5th editionM105 is a one-semester contemporary mathematics course. This course is designed to illustrate different ways in whichmathematics is used in life outside of academia. Besides exploring some topics of general interest which are not oftentaught in a formal mathematics class, we will also explore a bit of probability and statistics. My belief is that if you reallyunderstand how some of these basic concepts make our number system work, you will be able to appreciate not only howuseful, but also how beautiful and elegant mathematics can be. Last of all, I hope we will have some fun together.PLACEMENT in M105 is based on your individual mathematics assessment (ALEKS Level 3), or successful completion of M090 (Introductory Algebra) with a RB- or better, or successful completion of M095 (Intermediate Algebra) with an RC-or better. (The “R” designation indicates that the course is remedial or developmental. !ll developmental course gradescarry the “R” designation. )Be certain you are enrolled in the proper math class at the beginning of the semester. You may not be able to switch into a more appropriate class after the first week. If you have any concerns about your placement, come see meimmediately.WHY THIS COURSE? Mathematical Literacy is a necessary skill in today’s sophisticated world. In choosing the curriculum for this course, we seek three attributes: relevance (engagement with the real world), adaptability (application of familiarideas to unfamiliar contexts), and flexible understanding (the ability to use educated judgment to solve problems withinsufficient or inconsistent information). This course has been designed for you, the student. Your willing participation is essential if you plan to succeed inthis course. If we can have a motivated, friendly, and enthusiastic class, we will be able to try new things and have a goodtime while we all learn together. This course is not supposed to be either tedious or competitive. KEY TO SUCCESS: It is impossible to stress strongly enough how important it is for you to be diligent in your study habits. Pay attention and cultivate a positive attitude! No matter how you feel about studying math, personal responsibility anda solid work ethic are great attributes to be able to claim as your own. You are an important part of this class ― you canmake it lively and interesting or silent and boring. Develop a positive working relationship with your classmates andinstructor. If you keep up with the work, the subject makes sense and the challenges are manageable.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            LEARNING GOALS:1.	 To attain some degree of mathematical literacy, including an ability to read mathematical material and write usingmathematical notation correctly. To develop skills to think and reason mathematically in order to function moreeffectively in the modern world.2.	 To examine ways in which mathematics is used, to follow and understand logical arguments, and to solve appliedquantitative problems. This includes learning to formulate a problem precisely, to interpret solutions, and to makecritical judgments in the face of competing formulations and solutions.3.	 To understand elementary probability concepts and phenomena: including sample spaces with equally likelyoutcomes, the basic parameters (mean, standard deviation), the normal distribution, and a qualitative view of theCentral Limit Theorem and/or to understand elementary statistical concepts, such as data description, statisticalestimation, randomization, and statistical inference.4.	 To explore and examine several other aspects of contemporary mathematics. This could include, but is not limitedto, management science (e.g. graph models for network problems), social choice and decision making (e.g.elections, voting, fair division, Congress apportionment), or applied geometry (e.g. symmetry, tilings, growthrates).COURSE DESCRIPTION: 105 Contemporary MathematicsOffered every term. Prereq., M 090 (MAT 005) with a grade of B- or better, or M 095 (MAT 100), or ALEKS placement >=3. An introduction to mathematical ideas and their impact on society. Intended for students wishing to satisfy the generaleducation mathematics requirement. (Fromhttps://webprocess.umt.edu/cyberbear/bwckctlg.p_disp_course_detail?cat_term_in=201530&subj_code_in=M&crse_numb_in=10 5)GRADE OPTION: M105 must be completed with a C or better to fulfill the University of Montana Math Literacyrequirement. Auditing or taking it with the Credit/NoCredit option will not fulfill the requirement.  GRADING POLICIES: Your final grade will be computed as follows:MyLabsPlus Homework: 250 points (25 @ 10 points each)In-Class Exams: 700 points (7 @ 100 points each)Extra Credit: 40 points (maximum)Total: 990 pointsThe table below provides the grade breakdown in this course.A B C D F90-100% 80-89% 70-79% 60-69 < 60%CLASS ATTENDANCE: Attendance contributes to extra credit in calculation of your final grade in M105, and no one canteach you if you are not in class engaged and ready to learn. Turn off your cell phone (and yes, that includes texting).  Come to class prepared. Do your homework regularly.  You cannot expect to succeed in this course if you miss severalclasses; important information may be shared during any class period that may not be posted on MyLabsPlus.HOMEWORK: MyLabsPlus is an innovative way for you to do homework with immediate feedback. Every section of theM105 text covered in class has a corresponding assignment in MyLabsPlus. Homework can be retaken as often as youwish until the unit closes. Note that these assignments and chapters are open for specific times and in a specific order.Check the MyLabsPlus calendar frequently to be sure you are keeping current with your assignments.  You must keep upwith the progression in order to succeed in this course. Late assignments will not be reopened without a compellingreason. There is much more to mathematics than crunching numbers.  You can find the MyLabsPlus icon at the top of http://my.umt.edu/                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       TESTS: There will be 7 in-class tests over the course of the semester. You are allowed to use a calculator and one 8.5”x11”page of notes (front and back). You are not permitted to use a cell phone during any test. The final test will be givenduring finals week covering the last unit.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: Students with disabilities may request reasonable modifications by contacting me.The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through collaboration between students with disabilities,instructors, and Disability Services for Students (DSS). “Reasonable” means the University permits no fundamentalalterations of academic standards or retroactive modifications. For more information, please consulthttp://www.umt.edu/disability. Examples of reasonable accommodations include extra time or use of a quiet room forquizzes. To qualify for reasonable accommodations you must provide a letter from DSS. You are responsible for makingthe necessary arrangements with DSS (for the Mountain Campus) or the Learning Center (for the Missoula Collegecampus).  If you have any questions, please contact me.ACADEMIC CONDUCT: All students must practice academic honesty as defined by the Student Conduct Code, available athttp://www.umt.edu/vpsa/policies/student_conduct.php. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic penalty by theinstructor and a disciplinary sanction by the university.  PETITION TO DROP: Student election for dropping M105 can occur up to the 30th day of instruction.  After the 30th day ofinstruction, petitions for dropping will be considered only for students who provide written verification of at least oneuniversity approved excuse:1.	 Error in registration 3. Family emergency2.	 Accident or illness 4. Change in work scheduleCALCULATOR: A graphing calculator is REQUIRED for all M105 sections offered by the Department of Applied Arts andSciences. We recommend one using of the Texas Instruments models, TI-83 or TI-84 (regular or plus editions). Calculators with symbolic manipulation capabilities (e. g. TI-89, TI-92) will not be allowed in testing situations. TUTORING: Math tutoring is available for all UM students. Check for hours at the Learning Center on the Missoula Collegecampus (AD06) and at math@Mansfield on the Mountain Campus.INCOMPLETES: A grade of incomplete will only be considered when all three of the following are true:1.	 The student has been in regular attendance and passing up to three weeks before the end of the academic semester.2.	 Factors beyond the student’s control make it impossible to complete the course on time.3.	 The instructor and the student agree that there is a reasonable probability that the student will be able to make-upthe work required to complete the course and specific arrangements are drawn up and signed by both. A studentwho receives an incomplete has one calendar year to resolve the incomplete (I) before it automatically reverts to afailing grade (F).                                                                                                                                                    M105 SPRING 2016 COURSE OUTLINE:Jan 25IntroJan 27§1.1Jan 29§1.2Feb 1§1.3Feb 3§ReviewFeb 5Chapter 1 TestFeb 8§4.1Feb 10§4.2Feb 12§4.3 Feb 15Presidents Day – no classesFeb 17ReviewFeb 19Chapter 4 TestFeb 22§5.1Feb 24§5.2Feb 26§5.3Feb 29ReviewMar 2Chapter 5 TestMar 4§6.1Mar 7§6.2Mar 9§6.3Mar 11§6.4Mar 14§6.5Mar 16ReviewMar 18Chapter 6 TestMar 21§7.1Mar 23§7.2Mar 25§7.5Mar 28§7.5Mar 30ReviewApr 1Chapter 7 Test Apr 4 – Apr 8Spring BreakApr 11§7.6Apr 13§7.6Apr 15§8.1Apr 18§8.2Apr 20ReviewApr 22Chapter 7.6 & 8 TestApr 25§12.1Apr 27§13.1Apr 29§13.2May 2§14.1May 4§14.2May 6Review Final Exams May 9 - 13The final exam for this class is scheduled for ___________________________ in this classroom.OTHER INFORMATION: DSS (Disability Services for Students): EL154, phone # 243-2243 Academic calendar available at http://www.umt.edu/provost/academiccalendar/Finals schedule available at http://www.umt.edu/registrar/students/finalsweek2/ 

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