Syllabus for Math 1301 (Crn 20337/20354) College Algebra Spring 2000
SYLLABUS FOR MATH 2401 (CRN 11016; A412; 8 - 9:45 a.m. TR) CALCULUS I FALL 2002
Instructor: Dr. Linda Becerra Office: S-707 E-mail:
Office phone: 713-221-8643CMS Dept. Fax: 713-221-8086Web Site:
Office hours: 12 - 1:30 p.m. MW, 1 - 2:30 p.m. TR, and by appointment.
Course description: Functions, limits, the derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric functions, the derivatives of parametric equations, curve sketching, applications of the derivative and an introduction to definite and indefinite integrals of algebraic and trigonometric functions; 4 credit hr course.
Course prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Precalculus (Math 1404 or 1505); or placement by exam taken at UHD.
Textbook:Calculus, Fourth Edition, by James Stewart, Brooks/Cole Publishing Co., 1999.
Course grade: Your course average will be determined by two tests (26% each), a comprehensive final exam (33%), and quizzes/hw (15%). Course grades correspond to course averages as follow: “A” (90-100), “B” (80-89), “C” (70-79), “D” (60-69) or “F” (0-59).
Quizzes: Quizzes will usually be announced in advance and be given at the beginning of class; these will be short and timed - don't be late! Quiz questions will emphasize basic concepts and understanding, and so will often be easier than test questions. At the end of the semester, the lowest three homework/quiz grades will be dropped before your quiz/homework average is computed.
Homework: There will be two types of homework assignments: practice exercises and turn-in exercises (the due dates will be given with the assignments). This does not mean that exercises which are not to be turned in are not important. Remember that you learn by doing, not just by watching. Mathematics courses are problem solving courses in which you learn strategies for various types of problems and in which you learn to tolerate uncertainty. You can never do too many problems, but you can do too few. Think of the assigned problems as the minimum number of problems that you should do, and do more problems whenever possible. Set yourself up a regular schedule to do homework and stick to it! Keep a homework notebook and bring it to class so that you can ask follow-up questions and also use it to help study for tests.
Tests: Test questions will often be similar to homework assignments as well as to problems done in class. There is a tentative test schedule given at the end of the syllabus
Academy Honesty: Please remember that as a member of the UHD academic community you are bound to observe the academic honesty code (see the UHD Student Handbook) in all your school work. Please ask if you have any questions regarding this code. A grade of 0 will be given on any course work where cheating occurs; more severe penalties may result depending on the violation.
Class attendance/Make-ups: Please plan to attend each and every class meeting; you will find it difficult to successfully complete the course if you don't. Please be on time and plan to stay for the entire class, and let me know in advance when you cannot do this. Plan to be active with your book, assignments and your classmates: the material will not come to you, you must seek it. You benefit most from class when you come prepared: before each class, you should read and study your book, and do some practice problems, regardless if an assignment is explicitly made. Whenever you miss class, it is your responsibility to check the material covered and what the homework assignments are. Homework will be posted on the class calendar on my web page - see the URL at the top of the syllabus. Check my web page regularly to keep up with class assignments. Missed classes, even for valid reasons, do not entitle you to turn in work late unless prior arrangements are made. Any missed grades will be recorded as zero.
Late homework will not be accepted and there will be no makeup quizzes, but the lowest four quiz/homework grades will be dropped before your quiz/homework average is computed.
Make-up tests will not be given. If you miss a test, that grade will be replaced by your final exam grade.
Note: the last day to withdraw with a course grade of “W” is Thursday, October 31. If you do not complete the course requirements and do not officially withdraw, you will receive a course grade of “F”.
Role of technology: Some assigned problems may require the use of technology; software for computer exercises is available in the CMS computer labs (S616, S611, S738, S702, S735, S760). Open hours will be available and will be posted outside each lab. Also, there are links to online computational tools on my web page.
Resource materials/Course success: There will be class time for your questions, but there may not be enough time to answer all of them. Remember that during my office hours, you are welcome to get help with anything related to the course. As your instructor, my most important responsibility is to help you learn; but how much you learn is really up to you and a responsibility you cannot leave to someone else. If you are not willing to try, I cannot help you. Most importantly, take charge of your own learning; you are your own best teacher. I will do everything within my power to help you succeed in this course, and whenever you have a suggestion on the course, please let me know. Ultimately, it is your choice of actions that will determine your success in this course and in college for that matter. (Additional tutoring may be available in S738, more info will be given when it becomes available.)
Statement on reasonable accommodations: UHD adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students with disabilities should register with Disabled Student Services and contact me in a timely manner to arrange for appropriate accommodations.
Educational objectives: At the end of the course, a student should be able to:
(1) algebraically and graphically evaluate limits including one-sided and infinite limits; (2) use the definition of derivative to find derivatives of algebraic functions; (3) state and apply derivative formulas to find derivatives of first and higher order of algebraic and trigonometric functions; (4) use the concepts of limits and derivatives to find important properties of the graph of a function; (5) apply derivatives to solve problems involving optimal values, related rates and differentials; (6) state and apply integration formulas to evaluate definite and indefinite integrals; (7) apply integrals to solve problems involving area of a region, average value, volume of a solid of revolution, arc length, and area of a surface.
Tentative class calendar
Week Of / Read and Study Sections / Week Of / Read and Study Modules8-26 / 8-30 / 2.1, 2.2 / 10-28 / 11-1 / 4.2, 4.3, 4.4
9-3 / 9-6 (9-2 no classes) / 2.2, 2.3, 2.5 / 11-4 / 11-8 / 4.7, 4.9, 4.10
9-9 / 9-13 / 2.5, 2.6 / 11-11 / 11-15 / 4.10, 5.1, 5.2
9-16 / 9-20 / 2.6, 3.1, 3.2 / 11-18 / 11-22 / 5.3, 5.4, 5.5
9-23 / 9-27 / 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 / 11-25 / 11-26 (11-27/11-30 no classes) / 6.1, 6.3, 6.5
9-30/ 10-4 / 3.4, 3.5, 3.6 / 12-2 / 12-4 / 6.5
10-7 / 10-11 / 3.6, 3.7, 3.8 / 12-5 / 12-6 (reading days)
10-14 / 10-18 / 3.8, 3.9, 3.10 / 12-9 / 12-14 (final exams)
10-21 / 10-25 / 3.10, 4.1, 4.2
Tentative Test Schedule
Test 1 Oct 10
Test 2 Nov 26
Final Exam Thursday, Dec. 12, 8:30 - 11 a.m.