School of Pure and Applied Sciences

PROFESSOR: Terry Zamor, Ed.s PHONE NUMBER: 239-432-7304

OFFICE LOCATION: U 212 G E-MAIL: tzamor@fsw.edu

OFFICE HOURS: By Appointment SEMESTER: Summer B- 2017

I. COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE, CATALOG DESCRIPTION, CREDITS:

MGF 1106 MATHEMATICS FOR LIBERAL ARTS I (3 CREDITS)

This course is intended to introduce the beauty and utility of mathematics to the general student
population. Topics include systematic counting, probability, statistics, geometry, sets, and logic. This
course is designed for those students whose majors do not require the technical mathematics sequence.
If completed with a grade of C or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general
education mathematics requirement. The geometry component of this course should meet the
requirements of 6a-5.066(3)1, Florida Administrative Rules, for education majors. It will enable the
teacher to support the instruction of geometry and measurement as listed by the Sunshine State
Standards.

II. PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE:

Testing, or MAT 1100 (minimum grade of C), or MAT 1033 or higher (minimum grade of C)

CO-REQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE:

None

III. GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION: Topic Outline.

Counting Principles
Probability
Statistics
Geometry
Sets
Logic

IV. ALL COURSES AT FLORIDA SOUTHWESTERN STATE COLLEGE CONTRIBUTE TO THE GENERAL EDUCATION
PROGRAM BY MEETING ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES:

Communicate clearly in a variety of modes and media.

Research and examine academic and non-academic information, resources, and evidence.

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Evaluate and utilize mathematical principles, technology, scientific and quantitative data.
Analyze and create individual and collaborative works of art, literature, and performance.
Think critically about questions to yield meaning and value.
Investigate and engage in the transdisciplinary applications of research, learning, and knowledge.
Visualize and engage the world from different historical, social, religious, and cultural approaches.
Engage meanings of active citizenship in ones community, nation, and the world.
A. General Education Competencies and Course Outcomes
1. Listed here are the course outcomes/objectives assessed in this course which play an integral part in
contributing to the students general education along with the general education competency it supports.

General Education Competency: Analyze

Course Outcomes or Objectives Supporting the General Education Competency Selected:

Analyze, interpret, organize, and present statistical data. Use dimension analysis to change to and
from the metric system.

B. In accordance with Florida Statute 1007.25 concerning the states general education core
course requirements, this course meets the general education competencies for mathematics.

Student will determine appropriate mathematical and computational models and methods in
problem solving, and demonstrate and understanding of mathematical concepts.
Students will apply appropriate mathematical and computational models and methods in problem
solving.

C. Other Course Objectives/Standards

Create and interpret a Venn diagram.

Represent sets using description, set-builder notation, and roster notation.
Perform operations with sets.
Apply the formula for the cardinality of the union of two sets.
Determine the truth value of a conditional statement.
Proof that statements are equivalent or not equivalent by using the truth table.
Examine the validity of an argument by using a truth table or an Euler diagram.
Solve problems involving similar figures, the Pythagorean Theorem and angles formed by parallel
lines and transversals.
Convert units of measurement by using dimensional analysis.
Distinguish among quadrilaterals and other polygons by their unique characteristics.
Solve application problems involving areas of plane regions and volumes of three-dimensional
figures.
Identify missing parts of right triangles and solve application problems through the use of
trigonometric ratios.
Solve problems involving the fundamental counting principle, permutations, and combinations.

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Compute theoretical and empirical probabilities including the probability of an event not
occurring on conditional probabilities.
Express and interpret the odds in favor and against an event occurring.
Calculate and interpret the expected value.
Organize and present statistical data.
Identify or calculate the mean, median, mode, midrange, range and standard deviation for a
dataset.
Sketch and analyze a normal distribution for a given mean and standard deviation.
Calculate and interpret percentiles and Z-scores

V. DISTRICT-WIDE POLICIES:

PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Florida SouthWestern State College, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the
Colleges guiding principles, offers students with documented disabilities programs to equalize access to
the educational process. Students needing to request an accommodation in this class due to a disability,
or who suspect that their academic performance is affected by a disability should contact the Office of
Adaptive Services at the nearest campus. The office locations and telephone numbers for the Office of
Adaptive Services at each campus can be found at http://www.fsw.edu/adaptiveservices.

REPORTING TITLE IX VIOLATIONS

Florida SouthWestern State College, in accordance with Title IX and the Violence Against Women Act, has
established a set of procedures for reporting and investigating Title IX violations including sexual
misconduct. Students who need to report an incident or need to receive support regarding an incident
should contact the Equity Officer at equity@fsw.edu. Incoming students are encouraged to participate in
the Sexual Violence Prevention training offered online. Additional information and resources can be
found on the Colleges website at http://www.fsw.edu/sexualassault.

VI. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STUDENTS:

MyMathLabPlus (MMLP): All students are required to purchase access to MMLP.

o Online assignments are found on the MMLP website: http://fsw.mylabsplus.com

Students who have a password from a prior semester will be able to login using their old
credentials. Students who do not have an established password or who have forgotten
their password should go to the website, select the Forgot Your Password link, enter
their FSW username as the Username, and click on continue. An email with a link for
resetting the password will be sent from support@pearson.com to the students FSW
email account
ACCESS CODES: After logging in and selecting this course, students will be
prompted with three enrollment options to gain access to their course:
Access Code: Input a purchased access code
Buy Now: Purchase with a credit card or PayPal
Pay Later: Obtain temporary access.
Temporary access begins on the day the student selects that option
and expires 14 days later as shown on the students receipt. When
temporary access expires, the student will be prompted to input a

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purchased access code or buy an access code online. Work done

prior to the temporary access expiration will be saved; but the
student will not be able to do any additional work until the
permanent access code has been submitted. Temporary access is
for 14 days only and cannot be extended.

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS: MyMathLabPlus (MMLP)

o Students will complete all on-line homework assignments posted in MMLP
o The overall homework grade will count as 20% of your overall grade at the end of the semester.
o Due dates for homework assignments are given in class and also show up online. There will be a
10% per day penalty applied to all problems done after the deadline.

TESTS: In Class
Students are expected to take 3 in-class tests as scheduled; see Section XI: Class Schedule.

FINAL EXAM: In Class

o All students will complete an in-class Final Exam as scheduled.
o No Cell Phones are allowed.

MAKE-UP POLICY:
There are no makeup tests given. . If a student misses a test, then the student will receive a Zero
for that test.

IN-CLASS TECHNOLOGY POLICY:
o Due to the distractive nature of technology, unless cleared by the instructor, there should be no
use of tablets, computers, or cell phones during class time. If there are special circumstances or
needs regarding technology, please see the instructor.
o Cell phones should never be heard ringing in the classroom. Out of respect for fellow students
and for the instructor, turn them off before coming to class. Do not send or read text messages
during class. If, as a result of a family emergency, a student is expecting a truly important call
during a class, inform the instructor of this fact in advance and set the cell phone to the
silent/vibrate mode. If a call does come in, the student should excuse himself/herself as
unobtrusively as possible to take the call. Bear in mind that taking calls during class must not
become routine; it is acceptable only during legitimate emergencies. Any student who uses
his/her cell phone during class will be asked to leave the class.
o During tests, cell phones on the desk, in the lap, or in any other easily accessible places are
unacceptable and considered as a way to possibly access or send unauthorized information. As
such, during tests, using them in such places is considered to be a form of cheating. Also, if they
go off during tests, even in the vibrate mode, it is disturbing to other students. As such, it is
particularly advisable not to bring cell phones to class on test days!
o If a student is in possession of a smart watch, he/she may be asked to remove the watch during
testing situations.

RESPECT:
Students are expected to treat each other and the professor with the utmost respect; they are
expected to arrive to class on time, stay on task, and remain until class is dismissed. Obstruction or
disruption of teaching, obscene or profane language, etc. will not be tolerated and may result in
disciplinary action.

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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
While study groups are encouraged, unless otherwise announced by your instructor, all work turned
in for a grade should be done independently. Any submission by a student of someone elses work as
his or her own or the use of any prohibited aids during testing constitutes cheating. This includes
unauthorized use of a solutions manual, mathematical software or website. The student will earn a
zero for that assignment and will be referred to the Deans Office. A second instance of academic
dishonesty will result in a failing grade for the course. It is each students responsibility to become
familiar with the student code of conduct and academic integrity policy found in the Florida
SouthWestern State College catalog.

VII. ATTENDANCE POLICY:

Students are expected to attend all class periods of the courses for which they are registered. Absence
from several meetings of a course may result in a lower grade. The determination of what constitutes
excessive absence in any course rests with the professor conducting that course. Attendance
requirements for a given course are to be found in the course syllabus. (p.82 of College Catalog
2016/2017)
Students are expected to attend all classes and to remain for the duration of the class. Absence from
several class meetings will result in a lower grade (See explanation in VIII). Students attendance grade will
be the average of their attendance. Early departure constitutes an absence.

VIII. GRADING POLICY:

Each students course average will be composed of his/her test average (40%), final exam (35%),
homework(20%), and attendance (5%). Makeup tests are not given. If a student misses a test, then it will
become a zero. . In addition, if a student misses a second test, then the student will receive a Zero for
that test.
Include numerical ranges for letter grades; the following is a range commonly used by many faculty:

90 - 100 = A
80 - 89 = B
70 - 79 = C
60 - 69 = D
Below 60 = F

(Note: The incomplete grade [I] should be given only when unusual circumstances warrant. An
incomplete is not a substitute for a D, F, or W. Refer to the policy on incomplete grades.)
Testing rules:
1. All tests are closed book.
2. No take home tests.
3. Cheating will automatically result in a grade of 0 for that test.
4. Cell Phones should be off or left outside of the classroom.

IX. REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS:

Blitzer, Robert. Thinking Mathematically. 6th ed. Boston: Pearson, 2014. (Hard copy or
electronic copy in MyMathLabPlus)
MyMathLabPlus (sold separately or shrink-wrapped with the textbook)
While only a scientific calculator is required for this course, it is recommended that the
student use a TI-83 Plus or TI-84 PLUS graphing calculator, or equivalent. The use of
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calculators with computer algebra systems (for example, TI-89s and TI-92s) is not permitted
on tests or quizzes.

X. RESERVED MATERIALS FOR THE COURSE:

A copy of the textbook may be on reserve in the library.

XI. CLASS SCHEDULE:

The following is a tentative schedule of required topics. All topics listed will be covered, but dates
on which they are covered may change based on student needs and pedagogical concerns. Since
this is only a tentative schedule, it is in your best interests to attend class regularly and to check
the CANVAS course page and MyMathLabPlus frequently for announcements of changes.

Week Dates Sections to Cover Important Dates, Holidays, Misc.

Syllabus Friday, June 28: Last Day to Add

courses, change credit/audit status,
1 June 27 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 change degree status

2 June 29 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3

3 July 4 College Closed Independence Day
July 6
4 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8

July 11 Test 1,
5 Homework Ch. 2 and 3 are due
9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 10.1
July 13 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6
6

July 18 Monday, July 19th: Last day to

11.1, 11.2, 11.3
7 withdraw from course or College
Test 2,
Homework Ch. 9 and 10 are due
8 July 20 11.4, 11.6, 11.8, 12.1,
12.2, 12.3, 12.4, 12.5
9 July 25 August 3: Last day of classes

10 August 1 Review Test 3,

11 August 3 Final exam

XII. ANY OTHER INFORMATION OR CLASS PROCEDURES OR POLICIES:

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For additional help with this course, the student may:

o Meet with the Professor during posted office hours.
o Seek On-Campus Assistance: Each Campus, as well as the Hendry/Glades Center, has at least one
place where students can go for assistance with mathematics. All are available to each student,
regardless of the location of his/her math class. Information on location and hours of operation is
available at http://www.fsw.edu/academicsupport.
o Request a tutor from the Florida SouthWestern State College Tutoring Center.
Note: All of these services are available to the student at no additional cost.

E-Mail correspondence:
In order to improve students written communication skills and to assist the instructor in replying to
emails in a timely manner, this email policy will be enforced for incoming email:
o The subject line of the email must contain the course name and date and time of course meeting
(example: MAT 1106 TR 8).
o The email must be signed with your first and last name.
o The email must be written in standard English, using proper punctuation and capitalization.

The instructor will generally reply to emails within two business days. If you do not receive a
reply within that time frame, you are welcome to send a follow-up email. Please note that email
sent during the weekend may not be read until Monday. Due to the large volume of email the
instructor typically receives, occasionally an email could be inadvertently deleted or overlooked.

XIII. Any changes to this syllabus will be announced in class and/or sent by email and/or posted on
MyLabsPlus

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