LSP 120 - Section 702
Mathematical and Technological Literacy I
Autumn 2009

Dr. Bernhard Beck-Winchatz
773-325-4545; bbeckwin@depaul.edu


Wednesdays 6:00-9:15; SAC 262 (lectures) and SAC 268 (labs)

Syllabus

 

Week Topics Lab Work Home Work
1 Introduction MileRecordsUpdate.xls

Activity 1

 Assignment 1
2 Exponential Models
3 Creating & Interpreting Graphs
4 Absolute vs. Relative Quantities
5 Midterm Exam; Intro to Final Project
6 Localized Trendlines / Percentages
7 Consumer Price Index
  • Assignment 5 (due Monday, November 2; Note: stage 2 of the final project is also due at the same time, so make sure you leave yourselves enough time!)
8 Financial Mathematics 1: Savings Accounts  
9 Financial Mathematics 2:
  • Please complete stage 3 of the final project. The paper is due on Monday (November 16). Your 5-7 minute presentation will be in class on Tuesday (November 17). There is no additional homework assignment.
10 Final Project Presentations
11 Final Exam    

 
Course Description:
This course provides a mathematical foundation for students to become confident and critical users of quantitative information of all kinds: numerical, graphical, and verbal. Students analyze data from a wide variety of fields, making and critiquing quantitative arguments. Mathematical topics include proportional reasoning and rates, the making and interpretation of graphs, linear and exponential models, logarithms, and finance. The course is taught in a hands-on laboratory environment where students are introduced to computer tools for data analysis and presentation. PREREQUISTE(S): ISP 110, MAT 101, or placement by the Mathematics Diagnostic Test. Students who plan to take calculus or business calculus as part of their major are exempt from this requirement.  Students may place out of this course by passing the MTL Proficiency Exam. Formerly "Quantitative Reasoning".