Statistics for Experimentalists (Math 321)

Instructor: M. Kate Kearney
E-Mail: kearney@gonzaga.edu
Office Number: Herak 227B
Office Hours: 9:00-10:00 MWF, Tuesday 11-12 (in the math lab) or by appointment

Homework: Is posted here.

Course Announcements:
• See Blackboard for Zoom links for office hours and lectures.
Useful links:
• Software for computing with R: https://www.r-project.org/
• Online computing with Sage: https://www.sagemath.org/
Course description:
An applied statistics course for those with calculus preparation. Descriptive statistics, probability theory, discrete and continuous random variables, and methods of inferential statistics including interval estimation, hypothesis testing, and regression. Fall and Spring. Prerequisite(s): MATH 258 Minimum Grade: D


Learning outcomes:
At the completion of this course, students will be able to
• apply probability properties and basic counting techniques
• to use and interpret various distributions including the binomial and normal distributions
• to construct and interpret various confidence intervals and hypothesis tests
• to calculate and interpret regression models.
Class meets MWF 10:00-10:50 am in PACCAR 101 (Section 03), or 1:10-2:00 pm in Jepson 122 (Section 02). In accordance with Gonzaga's attendance policy you should not miss more than 6 meetings of this course.

We will be using the book Probability and Statistics for Engineering and the Sciences, ninth edition by Jay Devore.

Grades will be assigned based on the following:
Homework 20%
Midterm Exams60%
Final Exam20%

• Homework will be posted regularly on Webwork. Occasionally you may also be assigned written homework assignments. Due dates are listed on webwork and will be strictly adhered to. Homework is automatically graded online through Webwork.

The purpose of homework is to practice the new concepts we learn in class, and to practice with concrete examples.

• Midterm Exams There will be four midterm exams, all equally weighted. Approximate dates are material covered are listed below. Exam dates will be confirmed at least two weeks prior to the exam. Make-ups must be confirmed with your Professor at least 24 hours prior to the exam.

Exam 1: Feb 5, Chapters 1-2
Exam 2: March 6, Chapters 3-5
Exam 3: April 3, Chapters 6-8
Exam 4: May 1, Chapters 9, 10, 12

• Final Exam will be held as scheduled by the University on Tuesday, May 5, 1-3 pm (Section 03) or Thursday, May 7, 1-3 pm (Section 02). You may petition to take your final with the other section if you prefer an alternate time. Requests will be granted provided there is sufficient classroom space.
Makeup Examinations
Make up exams will be given at the discretion of the instructor. You must have approval from your instructor to take a make up exam.

Academic Integrity
While collaboration and good use of resources are important for the learning process, you are expected to complete all your work on your own. You may talk with other people about how to solve homework problems, but your write-up should be done individually. Quizzes and tests are strictly your own work and any evidence of sources outside your own brain will be considered cheating. Sharing your work inappropriately with another student is also considered cheating.

Any cases of cheating will be dealt with seriously. You will be asked to meet with me and the math department chair. Severe cases may result in failure of the course and will be reported to the Dean.

Please refer to the student handbook for a description of the University's Academic Honesty policy.


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CLASS ATTENDANCE:

I follow strictly the university's standard policy on absences: the maximum allowable absence is two class hours (100 minutes) for each class credit. For a three-credit class meeting three times a week, the maximum number of absences allowed is six. For a three-credit class meeting twice a week, the maximum number of absences allowed is four. The grade for excessive absences is "V", which has the same effect as "F" (Fail) and is counted in the GPA. (See also "Class Attendance Policy" online catalogue: Absence Policy)

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS:
In compliance with Washington State law (RCW 28.10.039), it is the policy of Gonzaga University to reasonably accommodate students who, due to the observance of religious holidays, expect to be absent or endure a significant hardship during certain days of their academic course or program. The Policy on Religious Accommodations for Students describes procedures for students requesting a Religious Accommodation and for faculty responding to such a request.

ACADEMIC HONESTY:

Academic honesty is expected of all Gonzaga University students. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, and theft. Any student found guilty of academic dishonesty is subject to disciplinary action, which may include, but is not limited to, (1) a failing grade for the test or assignment in question, (2) a failing grade for the course, or (3) a recommendation for dismissal from the University. (See also: "Academic Honesty" )

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