MATH 1133-01   Calculus I (Fall 2009)

 

Instructor: Mike Marzinske                   Office: L246                 Phone: (651) 450-3384

 

E-mail: mmarzin@inverhills.edu Faculty website:  http://faculty.inverhills.edu/mmarzin/

 

                                                            D2L website:  Login available from www.inverhills.edu

 

Prerequisites: Completion (C or better) of Math 1119/1127  OR  placement of IHCC assessment test.

 

Room: LA129  11-11:50am M-F         Office Hours: 10-10:55am M-F

           

Text: eCalculus of a Single Variable Early Transcendental, 4th ed by Larson, Hostetler, and Edwards

 

Content: Selected topics from Chapters 2-6     

 

Class procedures: Lecture, discussion, & group work sessions with limited time for questions.

 

Equipment: You are required to have a graphing calculator.  I will demonstrate a TI83 in class.  Some parts of exams or quizzes may restrict the use of graphing calculators and such instances will be explained in the directions.  I cannot provide calculators during tests.                         

 

Course Description:  This course is intended for students majoring in math, computer science, engineering, science, pharmacy, architecture or pre-med.  The topics include limits, derivatives (including Trig functions) continuity, applications of derivatives to related rates, max/min and graphing, differential equations, Riemann Sums, basic integration techniques, definite integral, fundamental Theorem of calculus, Trapezoidal and Simpsons Rule.  Students will become proficient with a graphing calculator and a computer algebra system such as Derive.  Graphing calculator is required.

 

Learning Outcomes:      The student will be able to

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of a limit from a numeric, graphical, and analytic perspective.

2. Determine derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric functions and recognize the graphical relationship between functions and their derivatives.

3. Demonstrate the ability to apply basic integration techniques.

4. Demonstrate an understanding between the concepts of differentiation and integration.

 

 

Attendance: You are EXPECTED TO ATTEND ALL CLASSES!  Attending class and coming well prepared and eager to learn with a good attitude are major characteristics of successful students.

 

Grading Policies: There will be four exams given during the term worth 100 points each.  Short quizzes worth 10 points each will be given frequently (some may be unannounced and some may be take-home).  The best 75% of these quizzes will contribute toward your final point total.  There will be a number of take-home assignments or group projects throughout the term that will be worth no more than 100 points.  A comprehensive final exam will be given on Wednesday, May 13th Noon-2pm and will account for 150 points. Your grade is based on a percentage of the total points (could be approximately 850 points):

            90% - 100%      A                     80% - 89%       B                     70% - 79%       C                                 60%- 69%            D                     < 60%              F                                             


 

Responsibilities: Students are expected to be in class every time we meet.  Homework assignments will be given every day but usually not collected (don’t be surprised if variations appear on quizzes).  It is essential that students keep current with homework assignments.  I suggest you keep a spiral notebook containing all homework problems neatly completed.  This notebook should be brought to class each day and a separate notebook should be kept for classroom notes.  You should plan on spending 2 - 3 hours outside of class per class day completing homework and learning the required skills.

 

Make-up work: Lectures will be given only once.  If you miss class, it is your responsibility to get notes from a classmate, and do the necessary reading and homework.  There are NO make-up quizzes.  Make-up exams will be given only in EXTREME circumstances when arrangements have been made with me prior to the exam and will receive no partial credit!

 

Other help: Please make use of the Math Learning Center and Peer Tutoring services located on the second floor of the library building.  These services are FREE and can also be enhanced if you form a study group with fellow classmates that meet in the Learning Center.  In addition to the professional help, the Math Learning Center also has a copy of a complete solutions manual for all textbook questions.  Also utilize my office hours as soon as you realize you are having trouble.

 

Cheating Policy:  Cheating is covered by the Student Code of Conduct.  In this course, students suspected of cheating will receive a zero on the graded work and will also result in the initiation of the Student Code of Conduct process.

 

Withdrawals and Incompletes:  Students must initiate requests for a withdrawal from this course by filing the appropriate form by November 25.  I will consider individual requests for an incomplete only in extenuating circumstances and if satisfactory progress in the course has been made.  (See college policy)

 

Classroom etiquette:

  1. Be on time for class.  Entering late is a distraction that disrupts the learning environment.
  2. TURN OFF CELL PHONES!  (See above rule)
  3. Be courteous and respectful.

 

The following steps are necessary for the successful completion of this course:

1.  Stay current on all material.

3.  PARTICIPATE in class discussions.

3.  Explore the possibility of getting involved in a study group.

4.  Keep careful notes and complete all assignments on time.

5.  Ask questions.

6.  Have some FUN with math!  Bring any related and interesting articles or examples to class.

 

Any student with "special needs" that could affect their success in this course is encouraged to contact me or Tim Boyer  (DSS office 450-3628) to discuss the situation.