Lake-Sumter Community College Course Syllabus
Course / Prefix Number / STA 2023 / Course Title: / Elementary Statistics IMonday and Wednesday, 9:30 to 10:50AM
Science-Math, Room 236
CRN: / 20103 / Credit: / 3 / Term: / Spring 2012
Course Catalog Description: / This course introduces the student to topics including measures of central tendency and spread, probability, random variables, binomial and normal probability distributions, confidence interval estimation, small sample inferences, and hypothesis testing. Other topics include correlation, simple linear regression, and an introduction to nonparametric statistics.
Instructor: / William Canna / Contact Information: / Phone: 352-435-6417
Email:
Office Location:
Leesburg Campus, Science-Math, Room 129 / Office Hours:
Monday and Wednesday
7:15 – 7:45 AM
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (noon)
All students are required to use LakerMail for official college e-mail communications. See the college webpage for instructions on activating LakerMail.
Prerequisites: / C or higher in MAC 1105 or MGF 1106 or appropriate placement score
Textbook and Other Course Materials: / Required: Access Code to get into MyMathLab at www.coursecompass.com
Optional: Elementary Statistics, Triola, Addison Wesley, 2010, 11th edition
Student Solutions Manual
Note: An ebook is available through MyMathLab, therefore a print version of the text is not required.
Technology and Online Computer Access Requirements: / You are required to register for MyMathLab to complete the online portions of this course. You may purchase an Access Code in the college bookstore or online at www.coursecompass.com. You will need the course ID: canna09533 to register. Use your Laker Mail email address when registering for the course. If you have not activated your Laker Mail account, go to the LSCC homepage and follow the instructions. The online portion of this course’s content may be accessed from any computer with an internet connection (a high speed connection is best).
A scientific calculator is required for this course. Although most scientific calculators will suffice, the calculator must be capable of performing statistical calculations. The TI-83, TI-84 graphing calculator and the TI-30XS Multiview are recommended.
Course Objectives:
(what the course will do) / Development of fundamental statistical methods including applications to business, social sciences, physical sciences, and engineering sciences.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Assessed in this Course:
(what the students take with them beyond this course) / 1. The student will understand the basic principles of designing a study.
2. The student will demonstrate an understanding of descriptive statistics through performing and interpreting calculations, organizing raw data, and creating graphs and tables to display information, with and without the use of appropriate technology.
3. The student will be able to make sound inferences about a population based on procedures performed on sample data.
4. The student will use appropriate formulas and/or tables to determine the probability of events occurring using basic probability rules, the binomial probability distribution, and the normal probability distribution.
Academic Integrity: / The successful functioning of the academic community demands honesty, which is the basis of respect for both ideas and persons. In the academic community, there is an ongoing assumption of academic integrity at all levels. There is the expectation that work will be independently thoughtful and responsible as to its sources of information and inspiration. Honesty is an appropriate consideration in other ways as well, including but not limited to the responsible use of library resources, responsible conduct in examinations, and the responsible use of the Internet. (See college catalog for complete statement.)
Important Information
for Students with Disabilities: / Any student with a documented disability who requires assistance or academic
accommodations should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities immediately to
discuss eligibility. The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) is located on the Leesburg Campus, but arrangements can be made to meet with a student on any campus. An appointment can be made by calling 352-365-3574 and specific information about the OSD and potential services can be found at www.lscc.edu, then go to “Quick Links” and click on Disability Services.
Privacy Policy (FERPA): / The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR
Part99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of a student’s education records. In order for your information to be released, a form must be signed and in your records located in the Admissions/Registrar’s Office.
Attendance/Withdrawal Policies: / Regular attendance and timely completion of assignments is essential to learn the material and succeed in this course and is, therefore, mandatory. Missing class, arriving late, or leaving early may affect your grade. If you must miss class, you should contact a fellow student to find out what was covered, copy notes, etc. because you are responsible for what was covered.
If you wish to withdraw from the course, it is your responsibility to go to the Admissions Office and do so officially or you will receive your calculated course grade.
Withdrawal Deadline: / The deadline for withdrawing from any course this semester is Friday, March 23, 2012.
Methods of Evaluation: / Your grade is based on four components: tests, online quizzes, online homework, and a comprehensive final exam. You must show your work in all cases in order to receive credit for your answers.
Your grade for the course is determined as follows:
Tests 60%
Quizzes 10%
Online Homework 10%
Final Exam 20%
Dates for the tests, online homework, online quizzes, and the final exam will be pre-announced. Refer to the last page of this syllabus for due dates. All tests and the final exam will be given in person during specified class meetings.
Make-up tests will be given at the discretion of the instructor.
You must have my permission to take a make-up test BEFORE the test is given to your class. Call or email me prior to the test date and GET A RESPONSE from me before you make plans to take a make-up test. The instructor may ask the student to supply supporting documentation (such as a doctor’s note).
Online homework and quizzes: All online homework and quizzes in MyMathLab must be completed through www.coursecompass.com (course ID: canna09533) by the specified due date. Due date extensions are granted at my discretion (I may ask for supporting documentation to justify the accommodation). You will have 2 attempts per quiz. All online practice problems can be completed an unlimited number of times, but each problem must be completed correctly at least once to receive full credit.
Be sure to check your Laker Mail frequently throughout the semester for important announcements.
Refer to the “TECHNOLOGY & ONLINE COMPUTER ACCESS REQUIREMENTS” section of this syllabus for additional information.
NO EXTRA CREDIT IS PERMITTED FOR THIS COURSE
NO TEST RETAKES ARE ALLOWED
ALL TEST GRADES COUNT
Grading Scale: / A = 90% or higher
B = 80% - 89%
C = 70% - 79%
D = 60% - 69%
F = Below 60%
Course Content/ Calendar: / See Below.
Classroom Rules and Policies: / General Rules:
· All answers must be in “simplified form”. For example, all fractions must be reduced. Other specifications will be made in class.
· If you are disruptive, I will ask you to leave or call Security. You will be counted as absent.
· Turn off all cell phone ringers and other non-required electronic devices (laptop, ipod, mp3, blackberry, etc) before class. Students using unauthorized electronic devices during class will be asked to leave and counted as absent.
· If you are late and I am giving a test, then you have only the remaining class time to complete the test, as do the students who were on time.
· If you are caught cheating, you will either fail the assignment/test/quiz or fail the course, at the discretion of the instructor. No warning will be given.
Your Expectations of Me:
· I will treat you with courtesy and respect.
· I will respond to your telephone calls and e-mails within a reasonable period of time.
· I will be prepared for class.
· I will return papers within a reasonable period of time.
· I will do my best to help you prepare for future classes.
· I will model proper presentation and problem-solving techniques.
· I will model high standards of academic honesty and integrity
My Expectations of You:
· You will treat me and your classmates with courtesy and respect.
· You will come to class prepared – having completed the appropriate assignment.
· You will contact me if you have questions or if you don’t understand something.
· You will do your best to master this material and to submit work that you are proud to put your name on.
· You will display high standards of academic honesty and integrity.
· You are expected to participate in class.
Violence Statement: / Lake-Sumter Community College has a policy of zero tolerance for violence as stated in
College Board Rule 2.17. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with Board Rule 2.17.
Syllabus Disclaimer: / Information contained in this syllabus is, to the best knowledge of this instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed to the student. The instructor reserves the right, acting within policies and procedures of Lake-Sumter Community College, to make necessary changes in course content or instructional techniques without prior notice or obligation to the student.
COURSE CONTENT: STA 2023, TEXT ASSIGNMENTS (optional):
(Only the assigned MyMathLab homework will be counted toward your final grade. The text assignments below are for additional practice.)
Section / Section / Section1.1 / Read / 2.1 / Read / 3.1 / Read
1.2 / 1 – 5, 15 – 25 odd, 7 – 14 all / 2.2 / 1 – 8 all, 9 – 17 odd / 3.2 / 1 – 21 odd
1.3 / 1 – 31 odd / 2.3 / 1 – 17 odd / 3.3 / 7, 9, 12, 15, 17, 21, 22
1.4 / 1 – 27 odd / 2.4 / 5 – 6, 9 – 10, 13 – 25 odd / 3.4 / 1 – 29 odd
1.5 / 5 – 19 odd
4.1 / Read / 5.1 / Read / 6.1 / Read
4.2 / 1 – 31 odd / 5.2 / 1 – 19 odd / 6.2 / 1 – 51 odd
4.3 / 1 – 37 odd / 5.3 / 1 – 33 odd / 6.3 / 1 – 23 odd
4.4 / 1 – 21 odd / 5.4 / 1 – 19 odd / 6.5 / 1 – 19 odd
4.5 / 1 – 21 odd
7.1 / Read / 8.1 / Read / 10.1 / Read
7.2 / 1 – 43 odd / 8.2 / 1 – 39 odd / 10.2 / 1 – 27 odd
7.3 / 1 – 27 odd / 8.3 / 1 – 23 odd / 10.3 / 1 – 27 odd
7.4 / 1 – 23 odd / 8.4 / 1 – 17 odd
8.5 / 1 – 27 odd
COURSE MEETING AND EXAM SCHEDULE
(Subject to change)
Date / Lecture / MyMathLabJanuary 9 / Section 1-1, 2
January 11 / Section 1-3, 4, 5 Part 1 only
January 16 / Martin L King Day, No Class
January 18 / Section 2-2, 3 / Homework due: Orient’n, 1.2 – 1.5
January 23 / Section 2-4, 5 / Quiz due: Chapter 1
January 25 / Section 3-2
January 30 / Section 3-3 / Homework due: 2.2 – 2.5
February 1 / Section 3-4 / Quiz due: Chapter 2
February 6 / Section 10-2 Part 1 only
February 8 / Section 10-3 Part 1 only / Homework due: 3.2 – 3.4
February 13 / Section 4-2 / Quiz due: Chapter 3
February 15 / Section 4-3 / Homework due: 10.2, 10.3
February 20 / Section 4-4 / Quiz due: Chapter 10
February 22 / Chapters 1-3, 10 Review
February 27 / Chapters 1-3, 10 Test
February 29 / Section 4-5, 7
March 5 / Spring Break, No Class
March 7 / Spring Break, No Class / Homework due: 4.2 – 4.5, 4.7
March 12 / Section 5-2 / Quiz due: Chapter 4
March 14 / Section 5-3, 4
March 19 / Section 6-2, 3
March 21 / Chapters 4, 5 Review / Homework due: 5.2 – 5.4
March 26 / Chapters 4, 5 Test / Quiz due: Chapter 5
March 28 / Section 6-4, 5
April 2 / Section 7-2 / Homework due: 6.2 – 6.5
April 4 / Section 7-3, 4 / Quiz due: Chapter 6
April 9 / Section 8-2, 3 / Homework due: 7.2 – 7.4
April 11 / Section 8-4, 5 / Quiz due: Chapter 7
April 16 / Chapters 6, 7, 8 Review / Homework due: 8.2 – 8.5
April 18 / Chapters 6, 7, 8 Test / Quiz due: Chapter 8
April 23 / Final Review
April 30 / Final Exam, 10:00 to 11:55AM
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