Department of Mathematics, Statistics
and Computer Science
Wim Ruitenburg's Spring 2010 MATH 1300-101 Syllabus
OBJECTIVES: Recognize precise and correct reasoning. Have an overview of
the development of mathematical ideas.
As core course outcomes we also have:
1. Evaluate the effectiveness of the mathematical sciences in describing the
world.
2. Analyze quantitative information symbolically, graphically, numerically, and
verbally for the purpose of solving problems or drawing conclusions.
3. Construct logical arguments in support of mathematical assertions
CLASS PLACE AND TIME: Wehr Chemistry 002, MWF 10
INSTRUCTOR: Wim Ruitenburg
OFFICE HOURS: By appointment. Office CU 384
PREREQUISITES: Two years of college preparatory mathematics
BOOK: Peter Tannenbaum, Excursions in Modern Mathematics, seventh
edition, Prentice Hall, 2010
GRADES will be determined by performance on exams and on homework
problems
There will be 3 exams: EX1, EX2, and EX3.
Each exam is worth 10 points.
There will be homework and projects. Participation is required.
Total homework plus projects is worth at most 20 points.
There may be about 4 in-class points
Points to grade conversion.
The following are minimum guarantees:
Points
Grade
48-54
A
45-47
AB
42-44
B
39-41
BC
36-38
C
33-35
CD
30-32
D
ATTENDANCE POLICY: You are expected to attend all classes for their
full periods
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: See the undergraduate bulletin