Spring 2023 - FAN X99 D200
Foundations of Analytical and Quantitative Reasoning (4)
Class Number: 4917
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 4 – Apr 11, 2023: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
BurnabyJan 4 – Apr 11, 2023: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Apr 16, 2023
Sun, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Vijaykumar Singh
vhsingh@sfu.ca
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Designed for students who need to upgrade their mathematical background in preparation for SFU Q courses. Also recommended for students who wish to refresh skills after several years away from mathematics. An in-depth look at what mathematics is; mathematical reasoning, problem solving and math study skills. Review of fundamental topics and concepts of mathematics and their real-world applications. This course aims to develop students' math study skills, confidence in their quantitative abilities, and to learn how understanding mathematics is both one of the keys to mastering other disciplines, and useful in everyday situations. Units from this course do not count towards the 120 units required for an SFU degree; however, the course grade is included in the calculation of the student's cumulative GPA. Students who have taken, have received transfer credit for, or are currently taking MATH 150, 151, 154 or 157 may not take FAN X99 for credit without the permission from the Department of Mathematics.
COURSE DETAILS:
The course uses a problem-solving approach to teach mathematical thinking and math study skills, and to introduce and review mathematical concepts. Students work in small groups under the guidance of instructors. They learn how to read and analyze mathematics problems, how to solve them, and how to present their solutions.
In particular, the following mathematics concepts are reviewed:
Grading
- Homework 20%
- Quizzes 8%
- Midterms 35%
- Final Exam 30%
- Portfolio/ Class Participation 7%
NOTES:
THE INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE ANY OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION.
Students should be aware that they have certain rights to confidentiality concerning the return of course papers and the posting of marks. Please pay careful attention to the options discussed in class at the beginning of the semester.
REQUIREMENTS:
This course is delivered in person, on campus. Should public health guidelines recommend limits on in person gatherings, this course may include virtual meetings. As such, all students are recommended to have access to strong and reliable internet, the ability to scan documents (a phone app is acceptable) and access to a webcam and microphone (embedded in a computer is sufficient).
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
All course materials will be provided through the course's Canvas container.
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
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Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html