Classes Spring 2010
Math 340. Introductory Probability. TR
12:30-1:45 pm CR5119.
Textbook. Introduction to Probability and its Applications by R. L. Scheaffer, 2nd edition, 1994. Duxbury Press. ISBN: 0-534-23790-8.
Math 140. Introductory Statistics. TR 2:00-3:40
pm LO1125.
Textbook. Statistics in Action by A. E. Watkins,
R. L. Scheaffer, G. W. Cobb, 2nd edition, 2008. Key Curriculum Press. ISBN: 978-1-55953-909-8.
You will also need a TI-83 calculator.
Classes Fall 2009
Math 140. Introductory Statistics. MW
5:00-6:40 pm CR 5122.
Textbook. Statistics in Action by A. E. Watkins,
R. L. Scheaffer, G. W. Cobb, 2nd edition, 2008. Key Curriculum Press.
ISBN: 978-1-55953-909-8. (Topics from chapters 1-5 and 7-9 will
be covered.)
Syllabus.
(PDF)
Exams
Exam 1. September 21, Ch.
1-2.
Exam 2 . October 21, Ch. 4,5
and Sections 6.1, 7.1, 7.2.
Exam 3 . November 30, Section
7.3 and Chapters 8 and 9.
Significance test form.
You can use a calculator and Table A from the book will be provided to
you on request. NO cell phones,
scratch paper, or any other materials are allowed during the exam. Don't
forget to bring your ID.
Lecture Slides
Lecture 1. August 24.
Lecture 2. August 26.
Lecture 3. August 31.
Lecture 4. September 2.
Lectures 5,6. September 9,14.
Lecture 7. September 16.
Lecture 8. September 28.
Lectures 9,10. Sept. 30,Oct. 5
Lecture 11. October 7.
Lectures 12-14. Chapter 7
Lectures 15-17. Chapter 8
(handout, 4 slides
per page)
Lectures 18-19. Chapter 9 (handout,
4 slides per page)
Tutoring
The Department of Mathematics offers tutoring
for Math 140 in the Oviatt Library: M-Th 2:00-3:50 pm and F 2:00-3:30
pm OV001. Change of room for November 20, SH282.
The Learning Resource Center
offers tutoring for different mathematics classes including Math 140. (Fall
2009 Schedule)
Practice Exercises
Not collected. Use them to prepare for the homework and the exams.
Ch1. P1-5
Ch2. P1-30,32-39 E5,29,31,40,65,66
Ch4. P1-24, E8,11,17
Ch 5. P1-9,15-26,28,31-41, E3,4,29
Ch6. P1-4
Ch7. P1-3,7-10,13-21, E15,35,36
Ch8. P1-38,42-58.
Ch9. P1-11,14-21,23,24,27-30,32.
Ch3. P1-18, E1.
Homework
Assigned regularly. Access WeBWorK to complete the homework assignments.
To access WeBWorK:
1. Go to webwork.csun.edu.
2. Click Fernandez under Math 140.
3. Enter your username: The first part of your CSUN email address (for
example, for john.doe.43@csun.edu the username is john.doe.43).
4. Enter your password: Your student ID number with no starting zeros.
5. Change your password after logging in for the first time.
6. For instructions on how to use WeBWorK refer to “First Steps for Students”.
(Upper left corner of webwork.csun.edu.)
Calculators
A TI-83 calculator is required. This means that, while you are free to
use other calculators, TI-83 is the only calculator supported by the instructor.
The use of calculators is allowed during the exams.
The textbook often refers to Calculator Notes.
You can find these notes, together with a TI-83 manual, at www.keymath.com/x7065.xml
Important Notices
Due to the limited space and new course-repeat policies, it is very difficult
to repeat this course. So you should assume that this will be the only chance
for you to take this class.
Grading Scheme
On the last day of classes, Wed 12/9, you should let me know whether or
not you will take the final exam. Your grade will be calculated as follows.
Students taking the final exam
3.5% Attendance
14% Homework
52.5% Exams (17.5% each)
30% Final exam
Students not taking the final exam
5% Attendance
20% Homework
75% Exams (25% each)
The ± will be used for final grades. 90% guarantees an A, 80% a B, 70%
a C, and 60% a D.
Important Dates
M 8/24. First day of classes.
M 9/07. No class. Labor day.
F 9/11. Last day to drop.
M 9/21. Exam 1.
W 9/23. No class. Furlough day.
W 10/21. Exam 2.
M 10/26. No class. Furlough day.
W 11/11. No class. Veterans day.
W 11/25. No class. Furlough day.
M 11/30. Exam 3.
M 12/7. No class. Furlough day.
W 12/9. Last day of instruction. Let me know whether or
not you are taking the final exam.
W 12/16. Final exam. 5:15-7:15
pm CR 5122.
