Math 3063   Applied Statistics

Spring 2003

Professor  Dr. Karen H. Smith

Text  Statistics   9th edition   by James T. McClave and Terry Sincich 

 

Description :   This  course is a non-calculus based introductory statistics course in which descriptive statistics, probability, discrete and continuous distributions, hypothesis testing, and confidence intervals are studied. Basic coverage of regression and analysis of variance will be included. A TI 83 calculator will be used as well as a statistical software package. This course is specifically for Mathematics majors and has prerequisites of  Math 1111 or Math 1113.

 

Learning Outcomes

 

The student will  demonstrate a knowledge of statistical concepts such as descriptive and inferential statistics, random variables, and hypothesis testing. (L5, L7)

 

The student will demonstrate an understanding of statistical tests and the appropriate use of these tests. (L9, L11)

 

The student will apply knowledge of statistical concepts in analyzing data either through statistical tests or statistical methods. (L14)

 

The student will use the graphing calculator or  statistical software in analyzing statistical data. (L12)      

 

Material and approximate schedule        

Chapters 1,2,3     Exam 1      Jan. 23

Chapters 4, 5, 6    Exam 2     Feb. 18

Chapters  7, 8,9    Exam 3      Mar. 13

Chapters  10,11,12  Exam 4     Apr. 17

 

There will be approximately 8 quizzes given throughout the semester with the top 5 counting as 20% of the final grade in the course.

Approximate schedule for the quizzes 

Jan. 14  Jan. 30   Feb.6   Feb. 13    Mar.4   Mar. 27   Apr. 3    Apr.10

No makeup exams or quizzes will be given.

 

Grade in course

3 exams  ( Notice the lowest exam grade is dropped)        60%

1 quiz average                                                                       20%

Final Exam                                                                            20%

 

Important dates     Feb 27     Withdraw with a “W”

                                 May 1 Thursday  11- 1 p.m.   FINAL

                                 Mar. 17 – 21   Spring Break