NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title:		Elementary Statistical Methods			Course Modality:	Room808
Course Prefix & Number:		MATH 1342	Section Number:	0100	Class Day/Time:	TR 8 am
Semester Credit Hours:		3	Lecture Hours:	48	Semester/Year:	Fall 2021
Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Use of appropriate technology is recommended.
Course Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Elementary Statistics; or equivalent
Required or Recommended Course Materials:   REQUIRED ** MyStatLab access code (e-text included in MML) wait until first class meeting Tuesday, August 24, at 8 am in Room 808 on the Gainesville Campus before you buy the code.  You must sign into MyLabs and Mastering on the first day of class, and buy the code before September 5. **Ear phones:  Many of the assignments have video lectures that students must view.  Having earphones/buds will help to listen without disturbing others. Notebooks: Spiral notebook(s) do homework/quizzes/test reviews.  ** Scientific calculator: The TI-36X Pro (Has an easy-to-use fraction button) or the TI-30X IIS or TI 83-84 calculator is required.     Homework: is all online, having a computer and internet connect that student may use is required for this course. There are computers in the college library that students may use to complete required assignments.  Recommended Course Materials: Fundamentals of Statistics: Informed Decisions Using Data 5th edition, Michael Sullivan III, 2018, Pearson NOTE: Phone calculators will not be allowed on exams.

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:	Kathryn Fritz
Campus/Office Location:	Gainesville Campus Room 821
Office Hours:	Math1314 ONLINE M 11 am to 1 pm Webex, MTWR 7:30 to 8 am room 808, WR 9:30 to 12:30 office room 821.
Telephone Number:	Office 940-668-4214
E-mail Address:	Canvas emails are best. If you use kfritz@nctc.edu then include your class and name.

 

 

 

 

Class Expectations:

 

STUDENT HOURS (OFFICE HOURS)

Each week instructors have time set aside to meet with students outside of class. (Traditionally these times have been called “office hours”.) This is a time when a student may ask questions regarding the class, or discuss a particular problem/topic with an instructor one-on-one.  Student hours may be held in-person or online.  During my office hours students may meet in my office on the Gainesville campus in room 821, or schedule a Webex meeting (use Canvas email) if the student does not wish to meet in a small office.

Office hours as follows:

Math1314 ONLINE M 11 am to 1 pm Webex,

 MTWR 7:30 to 8 am room 808,

 WR 9:30 to 12:30 office room 821 or Webex meeting.

 

• ASSIGNMENTS:

Each week students are required to log into MyLabs and Mastering (inside of Canvas), and complete the assigned scheduled homework, quizzes, and test reviews.  MysStatLab assignments will have soft due dates (ones due each week) then hard due dates (all assignments close on the last testing day of each test).  Please do not ask me to reopen any missed assignment.  

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements	Graded Course Elements	Percentage or Point Values
28	Homework	15%
15/5/16/ up to 3	Quizzes/Test Reviews/Attendance/Excel	5%
4	Chapter Test	60%
1	Final	20%

Grade Scale:   90 – 100% = A;   80 – 89% = B; 70 – 79% = C;  60 – 69% = D;  Below 60% = F

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The final exam may also be used to replace the lowest failed unit test grade. 

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This schedule is tentative and will most likely change as the semester progresses.  It is provided so that you have a general idea of the order and speed with which we will be covering the material.

 

 

Testing Dates

Week 3	Test 1 Chapter 1 & 2	Test 2nd regular meeting day
Week 7	Test 2 Chapter 3 & 4	Test 1st regular meeting day
Week 10	Test 3 Chapter 5 & 6	Test 2nd regular meeting day
Week 14	Test 4 Chapter 7, 8, &9 (maybe Chp 10)	Test 1st regular meeting day Thanksgiving break Nov 24-28
Week 16	Final	TBA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                        MATH1342

Tentative Weekly Schedule

Math1342 Time: 8 am – 9:20 Room: 808

           

Date	Starting	Topic	Reminders
Week 1	Mon-Sun    August 23 to  August 29	Syllabus and MML Chapter 1 Data Collection homework in MyMathLab  1.1 – Statistics Overview  1.2 – Obs. Studies & Designed Exp.   Log into Canvas, click on Math1342 Click on Modules, then Week 1. Readings posted in Canvas Page In Modules things listed as a), you must do, b) should look over, c) helpful information Watch the video: Why we Study Statistics located in Canvas Pages.  Each week assignments in MyStatLab will close on Sunday after week 1. Pell Grant:  Buy your MyMathLab Access Code by September 5 in the NCTC  BookStore.	Syllabus   Buy MML code by Sept 5 using Pell money in the NCTC Bookstore.
Week 2	August 30 to September 5	1.3 – Simple Random Samples  1.4 – Sampling Methods Chapter 2 Summarizing Data in Tables and Graphs 2.1 – Organizing Qualitative Data  2.2 – Organizing Quantitative Data MATH1342/NCBM Week 2 Quiz due on Week 3 first day All MyStatsLab codes are to be bought by this weekend September 6.	Week 2 Worksheet 2 posted in Canvas.  Reading listed in Canvas.
Week 3	September 6 to September 12	Labor Day Campus is closed September 6 Official Day of Record Sept 7 Review Test 1 TEST 1 Ch. 1, Ch 2 (6 sections) Did you check your Lion Pride email?	Complete all homework assignments before Test 1
Week 4	September 13 To September 19	Chapter 3 Numerically Summarizing Data 3.1 – Measures of Central Tendency 3.2 – Measures of Dispersion 3.3 – Grouped Data MATH1342/NCBM Week 4 Quiz	Did you check MML for assignments due dates?
Week 5	September 20 To  September 26	3.4 – Measures of Position 3.5 – Five Number Summary/Boxplots Chapter 4 Describing the Relation between Two Variables 4.1 – Scatter Plots & Correlation MATH1342/NCBM Week 5 Quiz	Start studying for your test next week.
Week 6	September 27 To  October 3	4.2 – Least-Squares Regression Test 2 Review MATH1342/NCBM Week 6 Quiz	Complete your Hw assignments before Test 2
Week 7	October 4 To  October 10	TEST 2 Chps. 3 & 4 (7 sections)   Chapter 5 Probability 5.1 – Probability Rules 5.2 – Addition Rule & Complements MATH1342/NCBM Week 7 Quiz	Did you check MML for assignments due dates? .
Week 8	October 11 To  October 17	5.3 – Multiplication Rule / Independent 5.4 – Conditional Prob/ Mult. Rule 5.5 – Counting Techniques MATH1342/NCBM Week 8 Quiz	Start studying for your test in two weeks.
Week 9	October 18 To  October 24	Chapter 6 Discrete Probability Distributions 6.1 – Discrete Random Variables 6.2 – Binomial Distribution MATH1342/NCBM Week 9 Quiz	Keep studying for your test next week.
Week 10	October 25 To  October 31	Review Test 3 Test 3 Chps 5 & 6 (7 sections) Complete all assignments before Test 3	**Last Day to Drop with a W is Monday, Nov 1**
Week 11	November 1 To  November 7	Chapter 7 The Normal Probability Distribution 7.1 – Normal Distribution Overview 7.2 – Applications Normal Dist. Chapter 8 Sampling Distributions 8.1 – Distribution of Sample Mean MATH1342/NCBM Week 11 Quiz	Start looking back at your old tests.
Week 12	November 8 To  November 14	8.1 – Distribution of Sample Mean Chapter 9 Estimating the Value of a Parameter 9.1 – Estimation a Pop. Proportion 9.2 – Estimation Population Mean MATH1342/NCBM Week 12 Quiz	Keep looking over and working a few problems from your old tests to study for the final.
Week 13	November 15 to  November 21	Test 4 Review MATH1342/NCBM Week 13 Quiz	Did you check MML for assignments due dates?
Week 14	November 22 to November 28	TEST 4 Chps 7, 8, & 9 (5 sections)   NO CLASS – Thanksgiving Holiday Campuses closed Wed., Nov 24 – 28	Complete all assignments before Test 4
Week 15	November 29 to  December 5	Chapter 10 Hypothesis Tests Regarding a Parameter 10.1 – Hypothesis Testing Overview 10.3 –  Hyp. Tests Population Mean MATH1342/NCBM Week 15 Quiz Review for the final
WEEK 16	December 6 To December 11	FINAL WEEK 16   Final exam is scheduled: ___________________ _	Final Exams

 

 

This schedule is tentative and will most likely change as the semester progresses.  It is provided so that you have a general idea of the order and speed with which we will be covering the material.

 

 

 

 

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1	Explain the use of data collection and statistics as tools to reach reasonable conclusions.
2	Recognize, examine, and interpret the basic principles of describing and presenting data.
3	Compute and interpret empirical and theoretical probabilities using the rules of probabilities and combinatorics.
4	Explain the role of probability in statistics.
5	Examine, analyze, and compare various sampling distributions for both discrete and continuous random variables.
6	Describe and compute confidence intervals.
7	Solve linear regression and correlation problems.
8	Perform hypothesis testing using statistical methods.

 

All students at NCTC are assigned a student email address, also known as Lion Pride email. Lion Pride email can be accessed on the NCTC home page by clicking on MyNCTC, then the link “Lion Pride Email” to the left. After clicking the Lion Pride Email link, the Microsoft Office 365 window will open.
1. Enter your NCTC student e-mail address. (for example, Smithj123456@student.nctc.edu)

2. Enter your password (your NCTC Student ID Number, either 7 or 9 numbers).

3. From the list of Microsoft icons, choose MAIL.

4. You will be asked to set your language and local time zone (Central Time). Your account is now activated.

 

**It is the student’s responsibility to activate and regularly monitor the assigned NCTC (Lion Pride) e-mail account. Important announcements and notifications from the Admissions office, Financial Aid, or other college staff will be sent via the Lion Pride student email system.

 

For communicating with classmates and instructors, students also have an option to communicate through Canvas. Canvas messaging is NOT the same as Lion Pride e-mail. Failure to read and/or receive NCTC e-mails (either in Lion Pride or in Canvas) is no excuse for not complying with any school policy. Be sure to regularly check BOTH the Lion Pride email as well as the Canvas inbox for important messages and information.

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies.  It is the student’s responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval by the faculty member.  Approved college-sponsored activities are also excused absences.  The instructor is responsible for judging the validity of any reason given for an absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless the absence is documented and excused by the instructor.  Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives.    Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Testing may be administered in a variety of ways and the mode of testing may change during the semester as deemed appropriate by the instructor.  When possible, in-person proctored testing is preferred.  For in-person classes testing will occur during the designated class times.  If for any reason we move  online this semester; then  in-person proctored testing is required.  On site testing will be given in the classroom. If a student wishes to take a test early, they may use an NCTC testing center, or at another authorized testing site.  In event that we move totally online during this semester: during testing students will be required to use a webcam while testing.  For online testing students will be required to scan and upload supporting documents.  Students may be asked to demonstrate knowledge/skills in a one-on-one conference if deemed necessary by the instructor. 

Last day to withdraw from a 16-week course with a “W” is Monday, November 1, 2021.

 

Students who need help with any math class can visit the NCTC Mathematics Lab to receive assistance. Sign up for an appointment or see the most current tutoring hours for all campuses at http://www.nctc.edu/student-services/student-success/tutoring/mathematics-lab.html. 

 

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209.  Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-498-6207.

North Central Texas College is committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112  https://www.nctc.edu/catalog/student-services/office-students-with-disabilities.html  

 

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)__                      ______

           Communication

X            Mathematics

           Life and Physical Science

           Language, Philosophy & Culture

           Creative Arts

           American History

           Government/Political Science

           Social and Behavioral Sciences

           Component Area Option

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)                                                                                             

X            Critical Thinking

X            Communication

X            Empirical and Quantitative

           Teamwork

           Personal Responsibility

           Social Responsibility

 

COURSE TYPE                                                                                                                                                                        

           Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

X            Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

           WECM Course

 

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. https://www.nctc.edu/_documents/academics/student-handbook.pdf. 

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  The use of online math solvers with submitted work is considered academic dishonesty.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”. 

Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:

1.  Zero on the assignment
2. Failing grade for the course

 

Name of Chair:	Ben Owens
Office Location:	Corinth 170
Telephone Number:	940.498.6209
E-mail Address:	bowens@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean:	Mary Martinson
Office Location:	Gainesville 1404
Telephone Number:	940.668.7731 ext. 4377
E-mail Address:	mmartinson@nctc.edu

 

Syllabi statement regarding potential Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19 or other health related crisis, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 27, 2021 and are subject to change as conditions change.

 

Syllabi Statement Regarding Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students are not required to wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. In May, Texas Governor Gregg Abbott released an Executive Order prohibiting Government entities from mandating the use of masks. As a political subdivision of the State of Texas, NCTC will follow the Governor’s Executive Order for Government entities and effective immediately NCTC is no longer mandating the use of masks while on campus. This order does not mean that you cannot choose to wear a mask, rather it is no longer allowed to be mandated. These policies and procedures were updated on May 19, 2021 and are subject to change.

 

Return to Standard Attendance Protocol for Face-to-Face Meetings: In spring 2020, we faced an unprecedented situation in which all of us had to be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.

 

Faculty will:

 

• Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.

 

Students should:

• Provide notification to campus officials if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
• Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
• Connect with that class through Webex if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
• Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
• Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
• Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
• Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.

During the fall 2021 semester, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.

Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html

 

Tobacco-Free Campus:  NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco, on campus property.

 

Campus Carry: Effective August 1, 2017, a license holder may carry a concealed handgun on or about the license holder's person while the license holder is on the campus of an institution of higher education or private or independent institution of higher education in this state. For more information, see the website at https://www.nctc.edu/campus-safety/campus-carry.html.

 

Parking Permits: The North Central Texas Community College District has managed traffic and parking regulations in order to ensure the safety of the campus community related to the operation and parking of vehicles on campus. These regulations apply to all operators of motor vehicles on campus. For parking permits and more information, see the website at https://www.nctc.edu/campus-safety/transportation-parking.html.