Syllabus

Math 362 - Mathematical Statistics
Spring 2017
Online
http://math.adelphi.edu/~bstone/teaching/math362/

Instructor

Branden Stone
Science Building, room 411
bstone@adelphi.edu
516-515-0340 (call or text)

Office Hours

M 2:15pm - 4:15pm
T 3:15pm - 4:15pm
W none
R 3:15pm - 4:15pm
F none
or by appointment
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Catalog Description

Discover the Central Limit Theorem, and its many applications. Learn how to determine a confidence interval for means, proportions, and standard deviations, and to execute hypothesis tests for the same parameters. Perform chi-squared tests of goodness of fit, regression analyses, both linear and curvilinear, and Analysis of Variance tests.

Course Co-Requisite

Grade of C- or better in MTH 361 required

Materials

MyStatLab. We will be using an on-line homework system to handle all of the routine and practice problems. You can find all you need to register here: MyStatLab Registration Info.

Assessment

Study Plan. MyStatLab will create a study plan unique to each student. This plan is based on how you preform on various quizzes.
Quizzes. There will be periodic quizzes throughout the course.
Exams. There will be two exams; a Midterm and Final.

Grading Rational

The final grade will be determined by your performance on homework and exams. The final grade is weighted as follows:

Study Plan	30%
Quizzes	20%
Exams	50%

Attendance Policy

There is no component in the grading scheme of this course for attendance. However, you will need to come to class on time in order to get the best possible grade in this class. If you miss a class for a medical reason or other valid excuse, you will be given an opportunity to make up any missing material. But if you cut class without a valid reason, your grade will suffer.
Only students who are registered for courses, and whose name appears on the Official Class Roster may attend courses at the University. Adelphi students make a commitment to be active participants in their educational program; class attendance is an integral part of this commitment. Students are expected to be present promptly at the beginning of each class period, unless prevented by illness or by other compelling cause. In the event of such absence, students may request that faculty members be notified by the Office of Academic Services and Retention. Students are responsible for completing course work missed through absences. Students should wait a reasonable length of time for an instructor in the event that the instructor is delayed.

Students With Disabilities

If you have a disability that may significantly impact your ability to carry out assigned coursework, please contact the Student Access Office (SAO) at 516-877-3145 or send an email to sao@adelphi.edu. The staff will review your concerns and determine, with you, appropriate and necessary accommodations. Please allow for a reasonable time frame for requesting ASL Interpreters or Transcription Services.

Course Learning Goals

These are my goals for you over the course of the semester. I would also be interested to hear any other goals you have for yourself.
- • Students will explore different types of statistical data through the examination of real-life data sets.
- • Students will learn the theory behind Parametric Tests and apply the theory to the analysis of real-life data sets.
- • Students will learn the theory behind Qualitative Tests and Non-Parametric Tests, and apply this theory to the analysis of real-life data sets.
- • Students will explore and apply the theory of correlation and regression to real-life data sets.
- • Students will investigate and appreciate the importance of the concepts of reliability and validity through the comparison of successfully designed tools and poorly designed tools.
- • Students will explore regression theory through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and analyze SEM models.
- • The students will utilize statistical computer software in the analysis of data: SPSS 22.0 in Lab.

Honor Code Statement

Students enrolled in this course are expected to abide by the Adelphi University Honor Code. The purpose of the Honor Code is to protect the academic integrity of the University by encouraging consistent ethical behavior in assigned coursework by students. Following is excerpted from the Student Honor Code:

The Code of Academic Honesty

The code of academic honesty prohibits behavior, which can broadly be described as lying, cheating, or stealing. Violations of the code of academic honesty will include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Fabricating data or citations 2. Collaborating in areas prohibited by the professor 3. Unauthorized multiple submission of work 4. Sabotage of others’ work, including library vandalism or manipulation 5. Plagiarism: presenting any work as one’s own that is not one’s own 6. The creation of unfair advantage 7. The facilitation of dishonesty 8. Tampering with or falsifying records 9. Cheating on examinations through the use of written materials or giving or receiving help in any form during the exam, including talking, signals, electronic devices, etc.

Student Course Evaluations

During the last two weeks of the class, you will receive notification, via email and eCampus, that the course evaluation is available for your input electronically. Availability will end at the start of the final examination period. Your feedback is valuable and I encourage you to respond. Please be assured that your responses are anonymous and the results will not be available to the instructor until after the end of the semester and therefore after course grades have been submitted.

General Education Learning Goals & Distribution Requirements

This course fulfills the Quantitative Learning Goal for General Education at Adelphi University. It also fulfills the Formal Science Distribution requirement.

Classroom Conduct

Conduct is important in the classroom as it is in the workplace. In Adelphi classes, people are expected to treat others with respect and dignity at all times. Any behavior, which is disruptive to the learning environment, is strictly prohibited. Disruptive behavior may result in action including reduction in the final grade and/or withdrawal from class.

Religious Holidays

Any student in this course who plans to observe a religious holiday which conflicts in any way with the course schedule or requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible to discuss alternative accommodations.