MATH 210 Elementary Statistics
I. A non-calculus based introductory course in statistics.
II. Covers descriptive and inferential statistics with probability and decision-making skills necessary for today's complex living.
III. Includes the following topics: frequency, probability, binomial, normal, chi-square and sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing for one and two populations, linear correlation and regression, multiple regression, analysis of variance, nonparametric tests, and quality control charts.
IV. Uses the TI-83 or TI-83 Plus graphing calculator; Minitab statistical computing package and EXCEL.

PREREQUISITE: Suitable score on exam
INSTRUCTOR:  CANDACE H. TODD, PH.D OFFICE: RUSSELL 318
OFFICE HOURS:  10:30-11:45 MW;  10 - 11:00 TR
Other hours by appointment.
EMAIL:   chtodd@samford.edu  TELEPHONE: 726-4122(voice mail)
TEXT:   Elementary Statistics, 9th ed., Mario F. Triola
WEBSITE FOR TEXT: http://www.triolastats.com
SUPPLEMENTAL PROGRAMS: TI-83 or TI-83 Plus graphics calculator, Minitab/Excel.

REQUIRED FOR COURSE:
(1)  The TI-83 or TI-83 Plus graphing calculator
(2) Black bound homework book/Notebook for class notes
(3) Formatted IBM disk
 

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE:
Chapter 1:  Introduction to Statistics  Chapter 7:   Hypothesis Testing
Chapter 2:  Describing, Exploring,  Chapter 8: Inferences from Two Samples
            and Comparing Data  Chapter 9:   Correlation and Regression
Chapter 3:  Probability    Chapter 10:  Multinomial Experiments and Chapter 4:  Probability Distributions    Contingency Tables
Chapter 5:  Normal Probability   Chapter 11:  Analysis of Variance
      Distributions   Chapter 12:  Nonparametric Statistics
Chapter 6:  Estimates and Sample Sizes  Chapter 13:  Statistical Process Control
 
HOMEWORK:  This TEXT is to be READ thoroughly and BEFORE the discussion in class on the assigned sections.  Exercises will be assigned on a daily basis [HW due before the class begins for the next session]. HW will be checked daily by a peer. Students are expected to DO their homework in a standard black composition book. READ ALL OF THE TEXTBOOK sections assigned and keep the composition book organized from the first to the last homework problems in order.  Be prepared to discuss these problems in class. A separate notebook for daily notes is important.
 

COOPERATIVE LEARNING:
Groups will be assigned to work on more involved statistical problems. All assignments are due at the beginning of the class period. If the assignment is turned in after this time a 5% reduction in grade will be the penalty. No makeups will be given for these assignments. If you have to be absent, it is your responsibility to turn in any assigned work on or BEFORE the due date to me or in the Math Office on the second floor of Russell.  Always date each assignment. Each person in the group must sign the work ONLY if they worked on it with the group. Each individual must perform the tasks and answer all the questions alone and store the information on their disk. The group may meet after each member has successfully completed the assignment and at that time the group may rework the assignment together or pick the "best" to submit - one work/group.
Joint solutions will be evaluated on the organization, content, correctness and being completed on time. Each group will have at least one oral presentation during the semester.
 

Learning will consist of text discussions, group projects, lab assignments, classroom group oral presentations, and tests which will require computing, writing, analyzing, and interpreting data to focus on "DOING", not just passively "WATCHING" mathematics. Classroom working sessions using the calculator and computer lab sessions using statistical packages MINITAB/Excel will enhance computation and statistical analysis.  READ ALL ASSIGNMENTS in your text and manuals and develop consistent study habits.  ACADEMIC INTEGRITY IS EXPECTED AND WILL FOLLOW THE RULES OF THE STUDENT HANDBOOK.

ASSIGNMENT OF EVALUATION OF POINTS:
60% 3 tests 20% each
25% Comprehensive Final Exam
[CUMULATIVE AND LAST WEEKS MATERIAL]
6% Homework Check and Attendance [Black Composition Notebook of homework from entire semester]
 Quizzes and Daily Work
9% 3 (or 2) Individual Group Work Assignments (IGWA) using Minitab/Excel or graphing calculator – 30 points each(or 45 if only 2)
If one person in your group evaluates your work poorly – 1.5 points off; if two people evaluate your work poorly – 3 points off; .  .  .
Late (After turn-in time) – 1.5 points off (5%)

The grading scale will follow the +/- process outlined in the catalog.
93-100 A  73-76 C
90-92 A-  70-72 C-
87-89 B+  67-69 D+
83-86 B  63-66 D
80-82 B-  60-62 D-
77-79 C+ BELOW 60 F

MAKEUP POLICIES:
No makeup tests will be given.  It is your responsibility to notify the professor IN WRITING before a test date to explain the reason for missing a test.
 
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
You are permitted 6 absences for this MWF class without penalty unless a quiz is given. Thereafter, at the discretion of the instructor, a maximum 5% penalty off the final course grade from each class missed will be assessed. There will be no distinction between "excused" or "unexcused" absences. Students are encouraged to save their allowable absences for critical times.

EXPECTED TIME INVESTMENT:
You should expect to spend 2 to 3 times the number of class hours per week [8 - 12 hours/week for this course alone] “learning-preparing” for class each week. Your effort in this course is expected to be of the highest professional quality.

BRING TO EACH CLASS:
1)Text/Formula Sheet/Pencil   3)Homework Book

2)TI-83 or TI-83 Plus      4)Lecture Notes/3 Ring Notebook
   On Computer Lab Days bring text and disk.
 
Samford University complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with disabilities who seek accommodations
must make their request through the Advisor for Students with Disabilities located in Counseling Services on the lower level of Pittman Hall, or calling 726-4078 or
726-2105.  A faculty member will only grant reasonable accommodations upon notification from the Advisor for Students with Disabilities.
 
FINAL EXAMINATION
Section 01 MWF 9:15 is Wednesday May 19, 2004 at 8:00 a.m.
Section 02 MWF 1:00 is Friday May 14, 2004 at 1:00 p.m.
Permission will not be given to take the exam at another time.
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