MAT 143 GENERIC COURSE SYLLABUS

Effective Date: Fall 2004

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Course Prefix

Course Number

Course Name

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Lab

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143

Finite Mathematics

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Prerequisites:

MAT 140, College Algebra, with a grade of C or better or an appropriate score on the OCC Mathematics Assessment Test.

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Course Description:

Course introduces concepts of finite Mathematics. Content includes the study of sets, logic, functions, matrices; counting and probability theory; linear programming; game theory, and the Mathematics of finance with applications to the field of social sciences and business. Computers used for computational aspects of Finite Mathematics.

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Course Objectives:

A. Use matrix algebra to solve systems of equations and inequalities.
B. Use linear programming to solve a variety of application problems.
C. Solve linear programming problems graphically.
D. Solve linear programming problems with the Simplex Method.
E. Solve problems of finance.
F. Use and understand logic and set theory.
G. Use and understand the concepts of counting and probability theory.
H. Use and understand the basic concepts of statistics.
I. Use and understand Markov chains.
J. Use and understand game theory.
K. Use technology to facilitate problem solving

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Academic Integrity:

Students, Faculty and administration at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton's Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:

• cheating,
• plagiarism (turning in work not written by you or lacking proper citation),
• falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
• helping others to cheat,
• making unauthorized changes in official documents,
• pretending to be someone else or having someone else to pretend to be you,
• making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and any other behavior that violates academic integrity.

There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students with a fair hearing if a complaint is made. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.

Details of the Code of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.

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Outline of Topics:

A. Matrix algebra
B. Systems of linear equations with matrix methods.
C. Systems of inequalities and linear programming.
D. Applications of matrices including simplex method, Markov chains, Leontief matrices, and game theory.
E. Set theory and logic.
F. Counting and probability theory.
G. Mathematics of finance.
H. Basic statistical concepts.
I. Mathematical modeling.

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Methods of Instruction:

(To be completed by instructor)

Methods of presentation can include lectures, discussion, demonstration, experimentation, audiovisual aids, group work, and regularly assigned homework. A TI-83 graphics calculator will be used for instructional purposes. Other technology will be used when appropriate.

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Course Practices Required:

(To be completed by instructor)

Course practices can include attendance, assignments, special projects, classroom activities and assessments.

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Instructional Materials:

Required Textbook:

Lial, Finite Math 8/e
ISBN: 0-536-52916-7
Publisher: Addison Wesley

Required Materials: A TI-83 graphics calculator.

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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:

(To be determined and announced by the instructor)

Evaluation methods can include graded homework, chapter or major tests, quizzes, individual or group projects, calculator/computer projects and a final examination.

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Other Course Information:

Individual instructors will establish and announce specific policies regarding attendance, due dates and make-up work, incomplete grades, etc.

If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in Instructional Support Services. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program.

Effective Beginning Term:	Fall	2004	Ending Term:
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Prepared by:	S. Stock (Chair), S. Hamed, J. Hassett, G. McClarren, N. Ressler, J. Strehler, T. Wang			Date:
Reviewed by Department/ Program Chair	Bob Sompolski			Date:
Approved by Dean:	Joe Kotowski			Date: