Welcome to FINITE MATHEMATICS For Business and Social Science, Fall 1999
760-143: Mathematical preparation for the understanding of various
quantitative methods in modern management and social sciences.
Topics include: systems of linear equations, break-even analysis,
supply/demand relationships, linear programming by the graphical and
the simplex methods, finance functions, probability and decision theory.
INSTRUCTOR: Jerome P. Tanguay (Mr. "T", if you like)
OFFICE: 326 Baker Hall, Phone 472-4353
OFFICE HOURS: MWF 3:15-5 TTr 3:45-5 Come talk to me before thing get "toooo" bad.
TEXT: Applied Finite Mathematics, 4th Edition, S.T. Tan
UNIT EXAMS: Chapters 1 , 2
Chapters 3 , 4
Chapter 5
Chapters 6 , 7 , 8.2
SEMESTER POINTS AVAILABLE: (approximates) POINTS
4 unit exams (100 points each) 400
final exam (comprehensive) 200
quizzes (unannounced, 10 pt. each) 50
Assignments (approx. 25, 5 pt. each) 125
ATTENDANCE!!!!!! 50
TOTAL 825
Classes missed for school related activities or religious participation may be made up for full credit. Talk to me.
GRADING: Percent of semester points for grade
100 - 93 A
92 - 83 B
82 - 70 C
69 - 60 D
< 60 F
RESOURCES: scientific calculator (required),
graphing calculator ok
Math tutorial center (Baker 240, appointment unnecessary)
University Tutorial Service (McCutchan Hall 472-1230)
CHEATING HAS SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES; see UWS Chapter 14.
The University of Wisconsin-White water is dedicated to a safe, supportive and non-discriminatory learning environment. It is the responsibility of all undergraduate and graduate students to familiarize themselves with University policies regarding Special Accommodations, Misconduct, Religious Beliefs Accommodation, Discrimination and Absence for University Sponsored Events. (For details please refer to the Undergraduate and Graduate Timetables; The "Rights and Responsibilities" section of the Undergraduate Bulletin; the Academic Requirements and Policies and the Facilities and Services sections of the Graduate Bulletin; and the "Student Academic Disciplinary Procedures" [UWS Chapter 14]; and the "Student Nonacademic Disciplinary Procedures" [UWS Chapter 17]).
Use your time well; you will need to devote at least 2-3 hours preparation for each class. I wish you success. May the "Power of Origination" guide you to becoming more a force for good, caring about the people, the planet and the universe.
Your mentor/servant,
Mr. Tanguay