Dr. Austin's M302, Summer 2019
Introduction to Mathematics
Unique Number: 86300





LECTURES     MTWThF 10:00 - 11:00 am in ETC 2.108
June 6 - July 31, 2019

PROFESSOR                  Dr. Austin
Jennifer K. Mann Austin, Ph.D.
Office: RLM 11.150
Office Hours: TThF 9:30 - 10:00 am and 11:00 - 11:30 am in ETC 2.108
Email: jmann@math.utexas.edu
Website: http://www.ma.utexas.edu/users/jmann/

REQUIRED TEXT              The Heart of Mathematics: An Invitation to Effective Thinking, 4th Edition
by Edward B. Burger (Southwestern University) and Michael Starbird (University of Texas at Austin)

RECOMMENDED READING              The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking by Edward B. Burger and Michael Starbird

COURSE GOALS
M302 Introduction to Mathematics will actively involve students "in authentic mathematical experiences that

STUDENT OBJECTIVES
M302 Introduction to Mathematics students will be challenged and encouraged to:

HONOR CODE
The class is expected to uphold The University of Texas at Austin Honor Code. The core values of the University of Texas at Austin are learning, discovery, freedom, leadership, individual opportunity, and responsibility. Each member of the University is expected to uphold these values through integrity, honesty, trust, fairness, and respect toward peers and community.

QUANTITATIVE REASONING               This course carries the Quantitative Reasoning flag. Quantitative Reasoning courses are designed to equip you with skills that are necessary for understanding the types of quantitative arguments you will regularly encounter in your adult and professional life. You should therefore expect a substantial portion of your grade to come from your use of quantitative skills to analyze real-world problems.

MATHEMATICS COMPONENT OF UNIVERSITY CORE               This course may be used to fulfill the mathematics component of the university core curriculum and addresses the following three core objectives established by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board: communication skills, critical thinking skills, and empirical and quantitative skills.

ATTENDANCE POLICY
You are expected to attend all lecture sessions. If you are absent, do not email or otherwise contact me to ask what material we covered during class, what the assignments are, what sections the exams will cover, or any other questions that I have answered or will answer during class. In such a situation, you should contact a classmate to get notes and information for the class you missed. It is certainly a good idea to work together throughout the semester.

HOMEWORK
Homework will be posted in Canvas. Homework is due via online submission by 5:00 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays as indicated on the Canvas calendar. You must upload a pdf file of your homework in Canvas. It is preferred that homework be typed. It is acceptable to write out the homework by hand, but your only means of homework submission is by uploading a pdf of your work in Canvas. Only a portion of each homework assignment will be graded for accuracy, although all problems will be graded for attempt. Students are encouraged to discuss all aspects of the course with each other. However, each student should type and submit their own solutions to homework problems. Copying another student's solution or that from another text is a violation of the honor code and fails to contribute to your personal mathematical development. Students must show ALL work to each solution. No late homeworks will be accepted for any reason! No credit will be given for unsupported answers. This means that all work should be shown, neatly and logically, using correct notation.

QUIZZES
M302 Quizzes will be given in class on unannounced dates. There will be NO MAKEUP QUIZZES. You must present in the classroom at the time of the quiz to receive credit. UT Instapoll within Canvas will be utilized for most, if not all, of these engagement checks. Students need to bring an internet-ready device such as a smartphone, laptop, or tablet to class each day.

SEMESTER EXAM DATES
There are two in-class exams during the semester. There will be NO MAKEUP EXAMS. Use of approved calculators is expected during exams. Dr. Austin does give partial credit on exams. However, Dr. Austin entertains NO discussion of partial credit. If a student misses a semester exam, then he or she will need to meet individually with Dr. Austin to determine whether a medical withdrawal or an incomplete is appropriate.

Exam 1: Thursday, June 20
Exam 2: Tuesday, July 9

FINAL EXAM DATE              Wednesday, July 31, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
See the university schedule here: http://registrar.utexas.edu/schedules/196/finals
The final exam will be a cumulative, in-class exam. You cannot miss this, so plan accordingly. Final exams are not returned to students.

GRADING      
10% Homework (after dropping 3 lowest)
10% Quizzes
22% Exam 1
22% Exam 2
36% Final Exam


The lowest exam grade will be replaced by the final exam grade if the final exam grade is higher than the lowest exam grade. Grades will be recorded in Canvas. Canvas is NOT used to determine your semester grade in this course. Canvas is only used as a means to store and share your grades. All of your individual grades will remain in Canvas as the score you originally earned on each of them. Your semester grade for the course is determined as detailed in this syllabus. No semester assignments will be accepted after the last day of classes Tuesday, July 30, 2019. Your final exam grade is final and non-negotiable. Thus, any discussions of your course grade must occur prior to the final exam administration.

Plus/minus grades will be assigned for the final grade as follows: A (100-92.6), A- (92.5-89.6), B+ (89.5-86.6), B (86.5-82.6), B- (82.5-79.6), C+ (79.5-76.6), C (76.5-72.6), C- (72.5-69.6), D+ (69.5-66.6), D (66.5-62.6), D- (62.5-59.6), F (59.5-0).  

COURSE WEBSITE        http://www.ma.utexas.edu/users/jmann/su19M302.html
Additionally homework assignments, grades, and other essential course information will be posted in Canvas.

COURSE MATERIALS ARE COPYRIGHTED        You cannot share any assignments, handouts, exams, solutions, or documents related to this class. Sharing any class materials online or otherwise in any form, including your own work submitted for this class, without my express approval is considered academic dishonesty. If something is found online which you have posted, you will be reported for an academic integrity violation.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY        Students who violate University rules on academic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary penalties, including the possibility of failure in the course and/or dismissal from the University. Since such dishonesty harms the individual, all students, and the integrity of the University, policies on academic dishonesty will be strictily enforced. For further information, please visit the Student Conduct and Academic Integrity website at http://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/conduct.

ADVICE FOR SUCCESS
Actively participate in the course by attending lectures, asking questions, doing the assigned homework problems and additional problems covering your weak topics, and utilizing the office hours of Dr. Austin and our LAs. Please do come to my office hours if you have questions or concerns.

Before you email me to ask a question about the rules and procedures of this course, please read through this syllabus to see if the answer is written here. I diligently tried to include here any information that you might ask; please utilize it.

PREREQUISITE
Three units of high school mathematics at the level of Algebra I or higher. The Mathematics Level I test is not required. It may be used to satisfy Area C requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree under Plan I.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
M302 is intended primarily for general liberal arts students. It may not be included in the major requirement for the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in mathematics. In some colleges M302 cannot be counted toward the Area C requirement nor toward the total hours required for a degree. Only one of the following may be counted: M302, 303D, or 303F. A student may not earn credit for Mathematics 302 after having received credit for any calculus course.

The course topics include: logic, number theory, infinity, geometry, topology, and probability.  
 
SERVICES AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS
The University of Texas provides appropriate academic accommodations for qualified students with disabilities. Students with disabilities may request appropriate academic accommodations from the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement, Services for Students with Disabilities, 471-6259. http://www.utexas.edu/diversity/ddce/ssd/

Utilize the Sanger Learning and Life Center!

Counseling and Mental Health Center, Student Services Bldg (SSB), 5th Floor, Hours: M-F 8am-5pm, 512-471-3515

COMPUTER LAB
The mathematics department's 40 seats undergrad computer lab, RLM 7.122, is open to all students enrolled in math courses. Students can sign up for an individual account themselves in the computer lab using their UT EID.
RLM Building Hours are:               
M-Th:  6:00am -- 11:00pm                   
F:  6:00am -- 10:00pm                
Sat:  6:00am -- 5:00pm                
Sun:  2:00pm -- 11:00pm

STUDENT CONDUCT
All computers, cell phones and other hand-held devices must be put away out of sight and sound during class. You will be excused from class for the day if you are using your phone, laptop, tablet, etc. Please come to class on time. If you will be late or need to leave early for some legitimate reason, please tell me in advance. Coming and going during class is distracting to your fellow students and the instructor, and we do not like it.

PLANNED LECTURE and EXAM SCHEDULE        See our Course Calendar in Canvas. Deviations from this tentative calendar may occur during the semester. The actual material covered each day can only be determined by attending the lectures.

RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS
By UT Austin policy, you must notify me of your pending absence at least fourteen days prior to the date of observance of a religious holy day. If you must miss a class, an examination, a work assignment, or a project in order to observe a religious holy day, you will be given an opportunity to complete the missed work within a reasonable time after the absence.

DEADLINES FOR DROPPING A COURSE
Tuesday, June 11 is the last day to drop a class without the approval of the dean. Wednesday, June 26 is the last day to change course registration to or from pass/fail or credit/no credit basis. See the Registrar's website for full calendar information.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION POLICY
Occupants of buildings on The University of Texas at Austin campus are required to evacuate buildings when a fire alarm is activated. Alarm activation or announcement requires exiting and assembling outside. Familiarize yourself with all exit doors of each classroom and building you may occupy. Remember that the nearest exit door may not be the one you used when entering the building. Students requiring assistance in evacuation shall inform their instructor in writing during the first week of class. In the event of an evacuation, follow the instruction of faculty or class instructors. Do not re-enter a building unless given instructions by the following: Austin Fire Department, The University of Texas at Austin Police Department, or Fire Prevention Services office.

Behavior Concerns Advice Line
BCAL: 512-232-5050

Link to information regarding emergency evacuation routes and emergency procedures can be found at: www.utexas.edu/emergency

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