AMTH 122 Survey of Calculus (3
Credits)
Instructor:
Telephone: 641-3525(off),
663-4721 (home)
E-mail: davidj@usca.edu Web http://www.usca.edu/math/%7Emathdept/dgj/
Office Hours: MW 2:00-4:00, T/TH 11:00-12:00, F
11:00-1:00 or by appointment
PREREQUISITE: Placement,
C or better in AMTH 108; consent of Department
TEXT: Calculus Concepts: An Informal Approach to the Mathematics of
Change, Latorre, Kenelly,
Fetta, Carpenter, Harris, 3nd edition
OTHER MATERIALS:
TOPICS TO BE COVERED:
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Functions
and linear models (Chapter 1)
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Nonlinear
models: exponential and polynomial (Chp 2)
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Rates
of change: average, instantaneous, derivatives; also percentage rate of change (Chp 3)
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Finding
and interpreting derivatives numerically, graphically and symbolically
(Chp 4)
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Applications:
using rates of change to find maxima and minima; also maximum and minimum rate
of change (Chp 5)
Course Description: An
intuitive approach to the concepts and applications of differential calculus
through the study of rates of change and their interpretations, using
data-driven, technology-based modeling. Topics include linear, quadratic,
cubic, exponential, and logistic models for discrete data; rates of change;
calculating derivatives; interpreting derivatives as rates of change; relating
first and second derivatives to graphs; and optimization.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
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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.
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Written
and oral communication: the ability to communicate effectively using the
language of mathematics, both symbolic and verbal.
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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: 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. Quizzes cannot be made up.
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 2005-06 Student Handbook, page 18.
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 2005-2006 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!
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TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
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WEEK 1 |
Jan 10-12 |
1.1 |
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WEEK 2 |
Jan 17-19 |
1.2, 1.3 |
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WEEK 3 |
Jan 24-26 |
1.3, 1.4 |
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WEEK 4 |
Jan 31-Feb 2 |
1.4, 1.5 |
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WEEK 5 |
Feb 7-9 |
2.1; Test One |
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WEEK 6 |
Feb 14-16 |
2.2, 2.3 |
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WEEK 7 |
Feb 21-23 |
2.4, 2.5 |
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WEEK 8 |
Feb 28-Mar 2 |
2.5, 2.6 |
March 4 – Last day to withdrawal without receiving WF |
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Mar 7-9 |
Spring Break!! |
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WEEK 9 |
Mar 14-16 |
3.1, Test Two |
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WEEK 10 |
Mar 21-23 |
3.2, 3.3 |
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WEEK 11 |
Mar 28-30 |
3.3, 3.4 |
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WEEK 12 |
Apr 4-6 |
4.1, 5.1 |
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WEEK 13 |
Apr 11-13 |
5.1, Test Three |
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WEEK 14 |
Apr 18-20 |
5.2, 5.3 |
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May 2 (Tues) |
Final 11:00 a.m. |
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