ECONOMICS 112
ON-LINE COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Mr. Joseph Belisari
OFFICE: B2-24G TELEPHONE: (215) 751-8707
E-MAIL: jbelisari@CCP.EDU
DESCRIPTION
For students who have demonstrated their ability in mathematics. Theory, measurement and analysis of frequency distributions;
measures of location, variation; probability theory, theoretical distributions,
statistical inference; tests of hypotheses and chi square tests. Usefulness of statistical techniques and digital computers in modem
decision-making. Prerequisite: MATH 118 or equivalent with grade of C or
better.
PURPOSE
This is an introductory course in Statistics.
The term statistics is derived from the latin word status(meaning
”state”). Early uses of statistics involved compilations of data and
graphs describing various aspects of a state or country. In this course we
introduce the methods of statistics and show their applications in many fields
of study. You will see that statistics is much more than the mere
calculation of averages accompanied by colorful graphs. It is a powerful
analytical tool that you can use to develop more generalized and meaningful
conclusions about populations that go beyond the original sample.
TEXTBOOK
Statistical Techniques in Business and Economics W/ Student CD and Power Web,
Twelfth Edition, ISBN 0-07-286824-4, Authors: Douglas A. Lind, et al.
McGraw-Hill, 2005.The student CD can be used with Microsoft Word and Microsoft
Excel.
COURSE PRESENTATION AND GOALS
The course stresses a workable knowledge of
statistical terms, problem solving techniques, and interpretation of the
results. To help a student better understand the text material, practice
tests, forums, and internet web sites are included to augment your learning
experience. It is my hope that upon completion of this course you will
have a greater appreciation of the role that statistics plays in our daily
lives.
HOME STUDY
Each student should carefully read assigned material, and then complete the
session assignments. Make sure that understand the vocabulary words for each
Chapter. A minimum of three (3) hours of home preparation is suggested for each
session. A TIMELINE HAS BEEN CREATED IN WEBSTUDY TO PROVIDE YOU A WORKING SCHEDULE.
EXAMINATIONS
Three examinations are planned for the semester with an option to take a final
examination. The dates of each examination are stated in the Web study
course. Make-up examinations will not be given.
COURSE ORGANIZATION AND FINAL GRADE
The course will be broken into three units. Unit I
will cover Chapters 1-4 in the textbook and will be your 1st test. Unit II will
cover Chapters 5-7 in the text and will be your 2nd test. Unit III will
cover Chapters 8-11 and will be your 3rd test. An optional comprehensive
final examination will be offered to raise a poor grade or in place of a missed
test. Your average score on the three exams represents 60% your final grade;
homework is 30%; Internet assignment is 10%. Extra credit will be the completion
of forums and video analysis.
GRADING SCALE
90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
60-69 = D
below 60 = F
COLLUSION AND PLAGIARISM
All work, except where specifically permitted, is expected to be completed
independently and reflect your own efforts.
DISABILITIES
Accommodations will be made for those registered with the
COURSE OUTLINE – ECONOMICS 112, ON-LINE COURSE
Textbook: Statistical Techniques in Business and Economics W/ Student CD
and Power Web, Twelth Edition, ISBN 0-07-287416-3, Authors: Douglas A.
Lind, et al. Publication Date: November 2002
Unit I
Week 1. Session 1: Get Acquainted
Week 2. Session 2: Chapter 1
Week 3. Session 3: Chapter 2
Week 4. Session 4: Chapter 3
Week 5. Session 5: Chapter 4
Week 6. Session 6: Test 1
Unit II
Week 7. Session 7: Chapter 5
Week 8. Session 8: Chapter 6
Week 9. Session 9: Chapter 7
Week 10. Session 10: Test 2
Unit III
Week 11. Session 11: Chapter 8
Week 12. Session 12: Chapter 9
Week 13. Session 13: Chapter 10
Week 14. Session 14: Chapter 11
Week 15. Session 15: Test 3
Week 16. Session 16: Final Examination
Note: Session 17. This session can be used for any
Additional correspondence.