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Instructor: Jonathan Freedman

Fall 2018

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Opening day class slides

Course Description:

We will cover the majority of Chapters 1 through 6, as well as some supplemental
materials. By the completion of the course you will be able to demonstrate the following skills:

  • For each of the functions:
    – Linear
    – Quadratic (and some general polynomials)
    – Power
    – Trigonometric and Inverse Trig.
    – Exponential
    – Logarithmic
    you will be able to take any one of the representations: Data Table, Graph, Formula,
    and use technology or algebraic manipulation to generate the other two.
  • Additionally, you will recognize and derive the relationship between each function and
    Contextual Applications relevant to that function.
  • You w ill be able to use the graphing calculator to help you analyze complex functions, derive formulas from data, and perform various calculus–related analyses on a function.
  • You will understand and anticipate the behavior of functions through translation and
    distortion.
  • You will demonstrate your understanding of the derivative through (correct) numerical
    approximation, graphical means, symbolic manipulation, and contextual application.
  • You will understand the relationship between limits, continuity, and differentiability.
  • You will be able to apply the derivative in situations involving local linearity (e.g.
    L'hospital's Rule), implicit differentiation (e.g. inverse function derivatives), and
    hyperbolic functions.
  • You will solve application problems involving graphing, related rates, and optimization
    targeting the fields of business, life science, and physics. You will be able to reason the correct calculus–based or algebraic means of solving problems in these and related subjects.
  • You will demonstrate your understanding of the definite integral through (correct) numerical approximation, contextual application and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
  • You will demonstrate your understanding of the anti–derivative through graphical means,
    and symbolic manipulation.

Syllabus:

Math 251 JA (95211) Calculus with Analytic Geometry I
Jonathan Freedman
Office: 7216

Fall 2018

TuTh 6:00 - 8:20 (PM)

Office Hrs: M-Th 12–1; TuTh 4:30–5:30    And by arrangement.

Bldg/Rm: 8-8304
Ph: 650 738–7032

Important Dates:

Last day to Add this course:

Last day to Drop this course without a W:

Last day to Withdraw from class:

Holidays:

Last regular class

Final Exam (comprehensive):

 

Tuesday, August 28

Monday, September 3

Wednesday, November 14

9/3; 10/10 (FLEX), 11/12; 11/22 –25

Tuesday, December 11

Thursday, Dec. 13, 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Materials:

A TI–83/84 graphing calculator is required for this course. Other graphing calculators may perform the same functions and may be acceptable but see me about this. There will be quizzes and tests
or portions of each where you may not be allowed to use technology.

 

Required Text:

Hughes-Hallett, Gleason, McCallum, et al. Single Variable Calculus. 7th ed. New York: John Wiley & Sons Inc. 2018. (on left).

If you plan to take Math 253 (multivariate calculus), buy Single and Multivariable Calculus.

You're required to use WileyPlus - an online homework and tutoring system. You can purchase just the access code and skip the book altogether (the online system provides a pdf of the book).

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Help:

Check out my Help page

Tutoring:

Office hours. Either during my posted office hours or by arrangement, you should come to see me for help. The people in your class know the most about what you are studying and therefore make the best sources of help. Please try to find other student in the class to study with and please come to see me if you have any questions.

The Learning Center (TLC) is an outstanding resource for tutoring in all of your classes.
You should visit TLC at the slightest sign of confusion or just as a place to sit and work in a
supportive environment. The Learning Center staff is well trained and dedicated solely to your success, so don't waste this resource!
A tutoring service is available online through the authors of this book and
Tutorials for the TI-83 are available online.
If you have any interest in Mathematics, Engineering, or Science I encourage you to join MESA (7-7309) and make use of their tutoring, tutorial, and counseling services - or just hang out in the MESA center!

Assistance:

In Coordination with the DRC office, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified students with disabilities. If you have an accommodation letter, please meet with me during my office hours to discuss your needs. For more information, please contact the DSP&S office in building 2 at 738-4280.

 

 

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Grading Information:

Homework, in–class assignments, TBA, Quizzes and Projects (30%)
3 – 5 Tests (50%)
Final (20%)

You will also be required to pass a techniques test in order to pass the class. You may retake the test as often as you wish but you must pass it with at least 95% proficiency. If you pass the methods test before November 22 you may earn 10/10 test points towards your grade.
I will drop your worst test score (Not the final). There will be no makeup tests. If you are late for a test you will have only the remaining time to complete the test (so don't be late). If you know you are going to miss a test date, contact me at least three days in advance and we can arrange an alternate test.
I will omit one late assignment or if you submit all assignments on time, I will drop your lowest score.
I will give quizzes often. I will drop your worst quiz. There will be no makeup quizzes.

 

 

 

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