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Instructor: Dr. Fitt |
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I. Course Description Calculus I is the first course in the calculus sequence for physical science, mathematics and engineering students. Topics include limits, the rate of change of a function, derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric functions, applications of derivatives, integration, and applications of the definite integral. II. Assignments You will receive an assignment sheet with exercises to do from the Stewart text and on Web Assign. If you want an extra copy, you can access one through my web page, or from the math department. Each section also has assigned problems in WebAssign, the internet course management system that correlates with your text III. Study Requirements This is a 4-credit course. Be sure to allot sufficient time for this course. Study time should be spent:
IV. Required Course Content and Direction: Learning Goals Course Specific: The student will be able to: 1.
apply the concept of limit. 2.
evaluate limits. 3.
apply the concept of continuity. 4.
evaluate derivatives of
algebraic and trigonometric function. 5.
use implicit differentiation to find a
derivative. 6.
apply concepts of differentiation to
problems in curve sketching, related rates, straight line motion. 7.
apply concepts of differentiation to
science, business, and economics. 8.
find indefinite integrals. 9.
solve elementary differential equations. 10.
apply the definition of the definite
integral and its properties. 11.
evaluate definite integrals. 12.
use the definite integral for
applications, such as average value, areas, volumes of solids of revolution,
length of plane curves. Core Learning Goals Category 1 Math or Science: The student will be able to: 1.
develop the ability to
analyze, interpret, and apply quantitative information. 2.
Accurately
translate descriptive problems into mathematical formulas and solve them. (1) Category III Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: The student will be able to: 1.
Demonstrate
an understanding of solving problems by: o recognizing the
problem; o reviewing
information about the problem; o developing plausible
solutions; and o evaluating the
result V. Withdrawal If you should find it necessary to withdraw, check the college catalog for specific dates. The withdraw period for Fall 2009 ends on Tuesday, November 2, 2009. If you do not take the tests and do not withdraw you will receive an F. VI. Extra Help If you find you are having difficulty extra help is always available. My office hours are by MWF from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. or at any mutually convenient time. I can be found in Founders 123. Tutoring help is available, free of charge, in the Learning Center. (L121) Supplementary study materials are available in WebAssign. Do not wait to get extra help. Contact me by phone or by email the first sign of difficulty. VII. Prerequisite You must have taken MATH125 with a grade of C or better or MATH122 and permission of the department. Distance learning requires that you be a self-motivated student who can work on your own. VIII. Grading Procedures a) There will be online homework, 6 online quizzes, and 4 proctored online tests. A final exam will be administered at the end of the semester. You may take each online quiz twice and the higher grade will be counted. You can take the tests at the Newtown campus testing center, at an off-campus site or under the supervision of a qualified proctor (such as a librarian, testing center proctor at another school etc.). A weighed average will be calculated. Quiz Grade Average = 30% of course grade Homework = 20% of course grade Tests = 50% of course grade b) The following scale will be used for tests and the course grade: A 90-100 There is a great deal of flexibility with distance learning mode of learning, but it requires self- motivation on the part of the student. Tests can be scheduled at times that are convenient to you, day or evening. Please read the statement on cheating and plagiarism from the current college catalog. College policies will be strongly enforced. It is the responsibility of the student to save all materials. Read the college catalog for College policies. IX. Course Materials Textbook: Calculus 6e by James Stewart. Publisher: Thompson. Online Access to WebAssign (code comes free with new text) and a graphing calculator (TI-83 or TI-84). A CD with video lessons also comes packaged free with your new text.
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