AMTH
122 Survey of Calculus
(3 Cr)
section
4: T/TH 12:15-1:30 ADMN 235
Instructor David Jaspers 237E ADMN
Telephone 648-6851(off) 663-4721 (home)
E-mail
Office Hours M-TH 2:00-4:00, TTH 10:00-10:50, 3:00-4:00,
F
11:00-1:00 or by appt
PREREQUISITE: Placement, C or
better in AMTH 108; consent of Department
REQUIRED MATERIALS: i.) Text: Calculus Concepts: An Informal Approach to the Mathematics of
Change, Latorre, Kenelly, Fetta, Carpenter, Harris, 3nd edition;
ii.) Texas Instruments TI-83 (or -84) series graphics calculator and Graphing
Calculator Instruction Guide
TOPICS TO BE COVERED:
·
Functions
and linear models (Chp 1)
·
Nonlinear
models: exponential and polynomial (Chp 2)
·
Rates
of change: average, instantaneous, derivatives; percentage rate of change (Chp
3)
·
Finding
and interpreting derivatives numerically, graphically and symbolically
(Chp 4)
·
Applications:
using rates of change to find maxima and minima; also maximum and minimum rate
of change (Chp 5)
EXPECTED STUDENT COMPETENCIES TO BE
ACQUIRED: The successful student at the end of the
course will be able produce well-written correct solutions for problems like
those assigned for homework in this course. This includes the ability to write
problem solutions using clear and coherent arguments with correct standard
English and correct mathematical notation and terminology. Many of the problems
we consider will require extended chains of reasoning, longer than you may have
encountered before. You will be graded on how well your solutions are written
as well as the correctness of your final answers.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
·
Analytical
thinking and problem solving: the ability to analyze problems, and to use the
concepts and techniques of calculus to model and solve these problems. The
emphasis will be on applied problems, primarily from business and economics.
·
Written
and oral communication: the ability to communicate effectively using the language
of mathematics, both symbolic and verbal.
·
Group
dynamics: the ability to interact effectively with a group to set goals and
complete specific tasks.
Grading: Your success in
meeting the course objectives will be measured by your scores on homework, quizzes,
worksheets, three exams, and a cumulative final. The weights of the various
components of your grade in determining your final grade are shown below.
Grade Weights: Grade Scale:
1. Three exams (65%) 90-100
A 70-74 C
2. Quizzes, homework (10%) 85-89 B+
65-69 D+
3. Cumulative Final Exam (25%) 80-84 B
60-64 D
75-79
C+ 0-59 F
Assignments: Homework will
be assigned daily and will occasionally be collected (counted as a quiz grade).
Group work may be assigned to enhance certain topics. Although I may not always
collect homework, that doesn't mean you don't have to do it! A major part of
learning mathematics involves DOING mathematics! Also, homework is useful in
preparing for the type of questions that may appear on quizzes or exams. A
homework question may even appear on a quiz or exam. At least one quiz/homework
grade will be dropped to determine your final quiz average.
Make-up Policy: Because at
least one quiz grade will be dropped, quizzes cannot be made up. If you must
miss a scheduled exam, contact me as soon as possible after the exam to arrange
a make up. Exams not made up within one week of the regular test may be recorded
as 0’s.
Final
Exam A comprehensive final examination for 25% of the total grade. Your grade
on the Final Exam will replace your lowest test score (if it helps your grade).
You must take all three semester exams to qualify. A low score on the Final can hurt your grade! There are no exemptions from the Final.
Academic Integrity: Please read and review the
Academic Code of Conduct relating to Academic Integrity located in the 2006-07
Student Handbook. If you are found to be
in violation of this Code of Integrity, a grade of F (0) may be given for the
work. Additionally, a grade of F may be assigned for the course and/or further
sanctions may be pursued.
Attendance
Policy: I may occasionally take attendance. It is highly recommended that the
student not miss any class. However, the Attendance Policy established by the
Department of Mathematical Sciences states that the maximum number of unexcused
absences allowed in this class before a penalty is imposed is four. Please refer to the 2006-2007 Bulletin, page
36, for further information.
Cell Phones/Pagers: As a courtesy to
the class, cell phones and pagers should be placed in such a mode that they
will not disturb the class. Under no circumstances are calls to be
placed or taken in the classroom.
Students who are on call as a condition of their employment or other
circumstance will leave the classroom to receive a call.
Students
with Disabilities: If you have a physical, psychological, and/or learning disability which
might affect your performance in this class, please contact the Office of
Disability Services, 126A B&E, (803) 641-3609, as soon as possible. The Disability Services Office will determine
appropriate accommodations based on medical documentation. If you are registered with Disability Services and have
an accommodation sheet, please see me after the first class or phone me
(803-641-3525) the first day to set up an appointment as soon as possible.
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My
door is always open; if you are ever having problems with your homework, if you
feel like you're behind and there's no way to catch up, of if for any other
reason you just want to drop by, feel free - I'm here to help!
SPRING 2007 TENTATIVE
SCHEDULE: (28 class days)
|
WK
1 |
Jan
16-18 |
1.1,
1.2 |
|
WK
2 |
Jan
23-25 |
1.2,
1.3 |
|
WK
3 |
Jan
30- Feb 1 |
1.3,
1.4 |
|
WK
4 |
Feb
6-8 |
1.4,
1.5 |
|
WK
5 |
Feb
13-15 |
2.1;
Test One |
|
WK
6 |
Feb
20-22 |
2.2,
2.3 |
|
WK
7 |
Feb
27-Mar 1 |
2.4,
2.5 |
|
WK
8 |
Mar
6-8 |
2.5,
2.6 March 9 – Last
day to withdrawal without receiving WF |
|
WK
9 |
Mar
13-15 |
Spring
Break!! |
|
WK
10 |
Mar
20-22 |
3.1,
Test Two |
|
WK
11 |
Mar
27-29 |
3.2,
3.3 |
|
WK
12 |
Apr
3-5 |
3.3,
3.4 |
|
WK
13 |
Apr
10-12 |
4.1,
5.1 |
|
WK
14 |
Apr
17-19 |
5.1,
Test Three |
|
WK
15 |
Apr
24-26 |
5.2,
5.3 |
Final Exam:
section 3: Tuesday,
May 8, 11:00 a.m.
section 4:
Thursday, May 3, 11:00 a.m.