INSTRUCTOR. Prof. Irene Hueter, rm 4-255 Vertical Campus, phone (646) 312-4169, Fax (646) 312-4111,
irene_hueter@baruch.cuny.edu, http://www.math.baruch.cuny.edu/~ihueter/.OFFICE HOURS. Mondays 12:30-1:30PM, Wednesdays 8:00-9:00AM, and by appointment.
AIMS OF THIS COURSE. The main goals of this course are (1) to deal with limits and properties of functions, master the basic differentiation techniques, to be exposed to typical applications of and algorithms involving derivatives, including Lagrange multipliers, and (2) to enhance your skills in thinking, formulating, and writing more clearly, critically, and logically, which is useful in general problem solving in the real world and your future studies.
INSTRUCTIONAL FORMAT. Mostly lectures by the instructor. In nearly each class, the instructor will lead a brief discussion on previous homework. Additionally, students will be asked regularly to attempt problems in groups or individually in class, when the instructor will be available to offer guidance. Everyone is strongly encouraged to participate in the class activities and ask and answer questions.
TEXT. Brief Calculus. An Applied Approach (sixth edition), by Ron Larson and Bruce H. Edwards, Houghton Mifflin Co, 2003.
PREREQUISITES. Solid knowledge of precalculus: MTH 2001, MTH 2301 or equivalent.
MATERIAL TO BE COVERED. We will cover chapters 1 through 4, and 7 (for more, see the department syllabus).
CALCULATOR. Calculators are allowed in class and on exams. The instructor uses a TI-89.
QUIZZES. There will be (almost) weekly quizzes, each worth 15 points, of which the 7 best will count towards your grade. There will not be any make-up quizzes. Quiz problems are similar to the homework problems, not necessarily identical. Low quiz scores indicate that you are falling behind.
TESTS.
There will be three exams and one comprehensive departmental final,
each worth 100 points.
Note that typical exam problems are harder than quiz
problems yet related to homework questions.
Important:
(1)
There will not be any make-up exams. Any student who is absent
from an exam with a valid explanation will have the final exam count double.
Absence from two exams leads to a failing grade.
(2)
Any student whose average in the first two exams is less than 50 %
is likely to be dropped from class.
(3)
According to department policy, any student who scores less than 50 % on the final
exam may not receive a passing grade.
Any student who is absent from the final exam and whose term
average is at least 55 % is given a final grade of ABS.
The student must present a valid excuse to the Office of Curricular
Guidance and apply for a make-up final exam. If the term average
is less than 55 %, the student is given an F grade.
EXAM SCHEDULE.
SPRING RECESS. April 2 - 13, 2004.
OTHER IMPORTANT DAYS.
February 16: Presidents' day. College closed.
February 20: Last day to drop without 'W' grade.
April 15: Last day to withdraw with 'W' grade.
May 19: Last day of classes.
May 20-27: Final Examinations' week.
HOMEWORK. Homework will be assigned in nearly every class. A selection of these will be discussed in the subsequent class, unless an exam is scheduled. Homework need not be turned in and does not count towards your final grade. Yet working the homework problems, without which you will not learn the material, is essential to your success in this course and is one of the best ways to prepare for quizzes and exams. Serious students are expected to work all problems assigned in each problem set prior to the next class. Click here to view the syllabus.
ATTENDANCE. The instructor will take attendance. You are expected to arrive at the classroom on time. Coming late may lead to an absence mark. Any student with 4 or more unexcused absences may be dropped from class.
CELL PHONES. All cell phones should be turned OFF. Be aware that your cell phone at work is very disruptive to the class, your fellow students, and the instructor. If you expect an emergency call, please clear it with me before class. If a cell phone rings during class or an exam, the student will be asked to leave for the remainder of the class or exam (and to turn in the exam).
ACADEMIC HONESTY. This class falls under Baruch College's Academic Honesty policy. Academic dishonesty is unacceptable, will not be tolerated, and entails sanctions since it undermines the college's educational mission and the students' personal and intellectual growth. Please inform yourself of the principles and rules at http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/academic/academic_honesty.html. Be aware that ignorance of the guidelines are not an excuse and that academic dishonesty may have severe consequences in your student career.
GRADING.
The grade will be based on your performance in the 4 exams (400 points)
and 7 best quizzes (100 points). Maximal score = 500 points = 100 %.
GETTING HELP.
The following are crucial factors to your success
in this class: attend class regularly, read upcoming
sections ahead of time so that you are prepared to
ask questions in class, start homework early (the day before
an exam is too late), and get help when there are signs of
difficulties, for instance, difficulties in solving homework
questions and low quiz and exam scores.
Please make use of office hours and free tutoring
at the Student Academic Consulting Center (SACC),
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 2-116A, phone (646) 312-4830,
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/facultyhandbook/sacc.htm
(for the schedule).
A (93.0 - 100 %),
A- (90.0 - 92.9 %),
B+ (87.1 - 89.9 %),
B (83.0 - 87.0 %),
B- (80.0 - 82.9 %),
C+ (77.1 - 79.9 %),
C (73.0 - 77.0 %),
C- (70.0 - 72.9 %),
D+ (67.1 - 69.9 %),
D (60.0 - 67.0 %),
F (< 60.0 %).