Course Syllabus

Fall 2026 | MAT-2021-VO02 - Statistics

Online Class

Online courses take place 100% online via Canvas, without required in-person or Zoom meetings.

Faculty

Bill Sacco
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Hiring Coordinator for this course: Julie Dalley

General Education Requirements

Mathematics

Note

Many degree programs have specific general education recommendations. In order to avoid taking unnecessary classes, please consult with additional resources like your program evaluation, your academic program catalog year page, and your academic advisor.

Courses may only be used to meet one General Education Requirement.

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the basic ideas and techniques of probability and statistics. Topics may include numerical and graphical descriptive measures, probability, random variables, the normal distribution, sampling theory, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. The use of technology may be required. Prerequisite: Math & Algebra for College or equivalent skills.

Essential Objectives

1. Outline the general development of statistical science and list a number of common applications of statistical methodology.
2. Distinguish between descriptive and inferential statistics.
3. Create and apply various techniques used to describe data, such as pie charts, bar graphs, frequency tables, and histograms.
4. Define three common measures of central tendency (mean, median, and mode), and demonstrate the ability to calculate each manually from a series of small data sets.
5. Describe common methods of measuring variability, including range, percentiles, variance, and standard deviation and calculate each from a series of small data sets.
6. Explain the Normal Probability Distribution, techniques of sampling, the Central Limit Theorem, and the concept of standard error, and compute probabilities associated with normally distributed samples.
7. Test hypotheses about the value of the mean assuming the normal distribution and large sample results.
8. Select and perform common statistical tests including one- and two-tailed tests.
9. Define linear regression and correlation and discuss their applications.
10. Interpret and evaluate the validity of statistical data and reports.
11. Demonstrate proficiency in understanding, interpreting, evaluating and applying quantitative data and information.
12. Apply mathematical reasoning to analyze social justice problems in a variety of different contexts and consider whether these approaches are just and equitable.

Required Technology

More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV computer recommendations Support page.

Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement (pg. 45) to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses.

Required Textbooks and Resources

*** This is a no cost textbook or resource class. ***

This course only uses free Open Educational Resources (OER) and/or library materials. For details, see the Canvas Site for this class.

Artificial Intelligence(AI) Policy Statement

CCV recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI tools are widely available and becoming embedded in many online writing and creative applications.

Prohibited: The use of generative AI is not allowed in this course, with the exception of spellcheck, grammar check and similar tools. This course rests in the value of students engaging in the learning process without relying on AI-generated content. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills independently, owning their learning journey from start to finish. If you use these tools, your actions would be considered academically dishonest and a violation of CCV's Academic Integrity Policy.

This course allows the student to utilize class notes and the course textbook when taking course quizzes and exams. There are number of statistical theories that are slightly different form each other and can lead to different answers on some questions. In this course we will only utilize the formula's and principles stated in the course textbook and my weekly class notes.

The student project must be completed by the student to a specific format that most AI routines will not incorporate per the requirements of the project resulting in the student possibly receiving a failing grade for the project.

Methods

TEACHING METHODS:

1 . Discussion - Online discussion forum for weekly topics on statistical principles.

2. Readings in textbook and review of select videos (links in Canvas)

3. Completion of selected statistical problems. This include completing assignments and quizzes in Canvas.

4. Review of statistical data and reports from various sources.

5. Individual projects.

Evaluation Criteria

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Grades will be comprised of:

Canvas Assignments and Quizzes 20%

Midterm Exam 25%

Final Exam 25%

Project 20%

Weekly Participation in class online discussion forums 10%

Grading Criteria

CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:

	High	Low
A+	100	98
A	Less than 98	93
A-	Less than 93	90
B+	Less than 90	88
B	Less than 88	83
B-	Less than 83	80
C+	Less than 80	78
C	Less than 78	73
C-	Less than 73	70
D+	Less than 70	68
D	Less than 68	63
D-	Less than 63	60
F	Less than 60
P	100	60
NP	Less than 60	0

Weekly Schedule

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade.

• In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade.
• Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance.
• Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade.

Missing & Late Work Policy

• Course Quizzes and Assignments scheduled prior to the midterm exam must be completed and submitted by 10/26/2026. No submissions on this material will be accepted after that date.
• Course Quizzes and Assignments sheduled after the midterm exam including student projects must be completed and submitted by 12/14/2026. No submissions onthis material will be accepted after that date.
• Note: The course Mid-Term and Final Exams must be taken in the week they are assigned! The course Mid-Term exam must be completed and submitted by 10/26/2026. The course final exam must be completed and submitted by 12/21/2026
• Late work is not accepted in the discussion forum. Interacting with classmates is an essential part of online discussions and cannot be made up after the fact. The discussion forum will account for your class participation grade. The class participation grade will account for 10% of your total grade.
• Extensions will be granted only in extreme extenuating circumstances. If a medical problem or other emergency, personal issue will result in missing weekly discussions and/or assignments, please contact your instructor and student advisor as soon as possible. Generally speaking extensions will not be granted.

Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities:

1. Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/student-support/accessibility-services/
2. Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan.
3. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process.

Academic Integrity

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