Course Outline
Mathematics
118- Quantitative Analysis –Spring 2006
Professor S. Feldberg
Office: D3091 Phone:
572-7244 Email: feldbes@ncc.edu
Web page: http://www.matcmp.sunynassau.edu/~feldbes
Office Hours: Mondays
My office hours are times that I am available in my office for students to drop-in or call my office number. These hours are open to everyone, with no appointment needed. If you are unable to make it at these times and need to speak to me, we can try to schedule an appointment that is convenient for both of us.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra
background. At least a 75% average in three years of high school mathematics
(including Algebra and Trigonometry, Sequential II, or Math B) or at least a C
in MAT 109.
Objectives: To give the student an understanding
of basic concepts and techniques of finite mathematics and quantitative
analysis especially as used in business and management. Specifically: To study
matrix algebra, Markov analysis, linear programming techniques, and game
theory.
Textbook: Finite Mathematics for
Business, Economics, Life Sciences and Social Sciences, by Barnet and
Ziegler.
Course grading/ policy: There will be three full
75-minute period exams during the course of the semester, and a cumulative
final. Each exam will be announced at least one week in advance. Final course
grades will be determined as follows:
Each exam (including the final): 25%
of the final grade
Approximate test dates: February 15, March 22, April 26, May 17
Homework and attendance are a
necessary part of the class, and have a direct bearing on your grade. Homework
should be written out completely, with your name, course, the date, and
textbook pages numbers on it. You should check your homework answers in the
back of the book before coming to class, so that you can ask questions if you
have any trouble. If you are able to do all of the homework problems, then you
should do well on the tests.
Absences: You should try to attend
every single class. In the event that you absolutely have to be absent, you are
responsible for getting the notes and assignments from another student and making
up missed work. You can find all the assignments for the semester on my web
page. Missed tests must be made up within a week of the test, or you will
receive a “0” on the test. It responsibility to contact me in person, by phone,
or by email by the time the test is given to schedule a make-up
test.
Manners: Please be considerate of
your classmates, and refrain from activities that are distracting or
disruptive. Cell phones, pagers, and other noisy electronic devices should be
turned off during class, or you will be asked to leave the class. Cell phones
should not be visible at any time during a quiz or test.
Extra Credit (for failing
test grades only!): I will only consider giving extra credit if the following are BOTH
true: 1) You show that you have completed all of the homework AND 2) You
receive a failing test grade (below 60) on one of the first three tests. You
must submit the homework with test corrections within a week of getting back
the test. Students receiving grades
below 60 on any test should realize that they are in danger of failing the
course, and should take action accordingly.
Resources: You are encouraged to
obtain phone numbers of at least two of your classmates so that you can get
homework assignments and notes in the event that you MUST miss a class. Be sure
to read the related material in the text, as it will supplement what is covered
in class. I encourage you to work with classmates on the assignments. Homework
assignments are posted on my web page. In addition, you can call or email me,
visit my office hours, or speak to me before or after class. Additional
resources, solutions manuals and free tutoring also are available in the
Calculator: Because this course uses computers
extensively, you may not find it necessary to have your own calculator. You
must bring your own calculator if you wish to use one on tests!
Problems: I would be happy to help
you if you are having problems related to the course. If you are having any
trouble, you should speak to me as soon as possible. Do not wait until the end
of the semester if you think you might be failing this class! By then, it will
be too late.
Withdrawal: Any student who wishes to
withdraw from this course for any reason should do so officially by filing the
appropriate paper work before the last week of the semester. In addition,
students who miss class or are late more than five times may be withdrawn
automatically from the course.
If you have a physical, psychological, medical or learning disability that may impact your ability to carry out assigned coursework, I would urge that you contact the staff in The Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD )in Building "U"(behind the old College Union), 572-7241, TTY 572-7617. CSD will review your concerns and determine with you what accommodations are necessary and appropriate. All information and documentation are confidential.