• Text: Essentials of Statistics, 3rd ed. ,2007, Triola
•  STATDISK Student Lab Manual and Workbook, 2008.  Triola
• Copy of STATDISK program provided on CD in back pocket of your textbook and available for downloading.
  
• Calculator: A scientific calculator that computes 2 variable statistics required, a TI-83/84 type is recommended.

• Student's Solutions Manual - bookstore
• Statdisk assignments may be completed in the open computer lab of ERC or at home.
• Free tutoring and tapes/DVD's of MATH 1530 in the Learning Centers.
• You can also print a set of notes (from the D2L site) in pdf format , which are similar to the power point slides used in class.
  
• Calculator help found on the Math Department's "Math Help" web page at http://www.pstcc.edu/departments/mathematics
• My office schedule and copies of handouts on my web page (see above).

• Attendance
• Attendance will be taken daily. If you arrive late, sign the tardy sheet after class.
  
• Missing 25% of the class meetings will result in an "F" for the course.(PSTCC catalog)
• No eating, drinking in the classroom. Turn off all cell phones/electronic devices. During lecture time, PLEASE, no computer usage (typing or clicking).
• Please wait to be dismissed. Let me know before class if you have a need to leave early.
  
• Cheating in any form will result in a "F" for the course.

• Homework
• Homework will be assigned daily (see homework handout). You should complete the homework after the lecture on that section is completed. (See the calendar for the lecture schedule.) These problems are not to be turned in. Time will be allotted at the beginning of each class period for homework questions
• Doing ALL the homework problems is the key to success in this course. If class time does not permit answering all your questions, see me after class or call or e-mail or visit the Tutoring Center.
• STATDISK
• STATDISK exercises are to be completed in the open lab or at home. See STATDISK handout for specific instructions.
• The exercises are to be turned in for a grade on the date of the chapter test for which they correspond. Points for late work will drop 25% each day.
• Total points for STATDISK will be scaled to count as one test grade.
• Tests
• Must be done neatly, using pencil and eraser, with work shown.
• Make-up tests will not be given. If you miss a test, your score on the final exam will replace a zero.
• In some cases a test can be given before it is scheduled - if I am informed at least one day in advance.
• Quizzes
  • Ten point quizzes will be given on a regular basis usually at the beginning of the class period.
  • These will be approximately 10-15 minutes long and come from problems typical of your homework exercises. If you can do the homework, you should do well on the quizzes.
  • Your quiz point total will be scaled to count as one test grade.
  • No make-up quizzes will be given. I will drop your lowest quiz grade.
• Final Exam
• Comprehensive and required.
• The final exam will count as one test grade and may also be used to replace your lowest test score.

• Final Grade: The average of eight scores:your (5) test grades, quiz grade, STATDISK grade and final exam.

PLEASE, if you find you are beginning to struggle with any part of this course, see me immediately for extra help, or use the free tutoring in the Learning Center.

If you need accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, inform me immediately. Please see me privately after class or in my office. Students must present a current accommodation plan from a staff member in Services for Students with Disabilities (SSWD)in order to receive accommodations in this course. Services for Students with Disabilities may be contacted by going to Goins 125, 127 or 131,or Alexander 105 or by phone: 694-6751(Voice/TDY), 539-7153, 539-7091 or 539-7249.