MATH 151 C (Fall 2004)
Course Description
We will begin with the analysis of function of one variable: concepts of limits, differentiation, and integration. Using these ideas we learn to qualitatively describe functions and to use derivative and integral information of functions modeling "real world" situations to solve minimization problems, related rates problems, find areas, volumes, etc. (Chapters 1-6 of the text)
Key Words: differentiation, integral, Newton's method, extrema, area, volume, natural logarithm, exponential, fundamental theorem of calculus.
Grading Policy
There will be three hour exams, each worth 100 points, and a final exam worth 200 points. Homework/Quiz will be worth 100 points. Out of 600 possible points, you need to earn 540 points or better for the grade of A- or higher, 480 points for the grade of B- or higher, 420 points for C- or higher, 360 points or better for a passing grade.
Homework/Quiz
Homework problems will be assigned in each class hour. They are not to be collected, but your understanding of the relevant material will be tested through weekly quiz on the Wednesday of the following week. There will be 11-13 quizzes depending upon the time allowance throughout the semester. There will be no make-up quizzes for any absences, but I will count only 10 highest quiz grades for the homework/quiz part of the course grade.
Exams
Attendance at the exams is mandatory! If you have a conflict, let me know as soon as you learn about the conflict - before the exam. Only then you will be allowed to take a make-up exam.
The dates are :
Exam 1 :
September 22nd Exam 2 :
October 27th Exam 3:
November 24th Final Exam: December 15th,
8:30- 11:30 am
Office Hours
If you can't make office hours or you have more questions than time permits let me know. I will gladly meet people outside of office hours. You can e-mail me at jsong@depauw.edu or you can sometimes reach me by calling my office; the number is (713) 348-2385.
Syllabus <- Check here for Homework and schedule.
Attendance: It's crucial that you attend every calculus course. Therefore, I will take attendance once a week. It will be on random dates, but it will be recorded. Your attendance record will not have a direct contribution toward your grade for the course, but it MIGHT help in the end - borderline grades might benefit from a good attendance record.
Any student with a documented disability needing academic adjustments or accommodations is requested to speak with me during the first two weeks of class. All discussions will remain confidential. Students with disabilities should also contact Academic Services.
Important Dates: Also see Academic Calendars
Aug. 25 First day of class
Aug. 25-Sep 1 Adjustment Period
Oct 11 Progress Reports Due
Oct. 15 Last Day to withdraw from a course
Oct 16 - 24 Fall Break
Nov 1 - 10 Registration for Spring Semester
Nov 9 Last day to change from P-F to a grade
Nov 24 - 28 Thanksgiving Recess
Dec 10 Last Day of Classes
Dec 13 - 17 Final Examinations