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214-5 Elizabeth Hall		Monday 11:00 - 11:50, 2:00 - 2:50
ext. 7551		Tuesday 10:00 - 10:50
campus box 8340		Wednesday 11:00 - 11:50
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http://www.stetson.edu/~mhale/		or by appointment.

Course Overview   Calculus I with Review Part 2 (MATH 131Q) is a continuation of Calculus I with Review Part 1 (MATH 130): an introduction to differential and integral calculus. Background material in algebra and trigonometry is reviewed as needed. It is designed for students studying science, mathematics, computer science, and those planning on certain types of graduate work. Others are welcome. The two-semester sequence MATH 130 – MATH 131Q is equivalent to Calculus I (MATH 141Q). A course in calculus emphasizes skills, theory, and applications, and it opens doors to higher mathematics, science, and technology. You may not enter MATH 131Q without taking MATH 130 at Stetson.

Texts and Calculator   In addition to the texts and calculator used in MATH 130 you will need the trade book A Tour of the Calculus by David Berlinski.

Grading   Your grade will be based on 3 quizzes, 3 tests, and a final exam, 1000 points total. The grading scale is A: 900 - 1000 points, B: 800 - 899, etc., with +'s and -'s in the top and bottom 20 points.

Policies and Due Dates   Tests and Quizzes must be taken during the scheduled time unless you have a valid excuse cleared with me ahead of time. Make-ups must take place by class time on Friday of the same week. Grade penalties will be imposed for infringements. Tests and quizzes are on Tuesdays; please see the syllabus. The final exam is Wednesday 12/8, 8-10 am.

Homework should consume about 8 hours per week outside of class. Homework is in three parts: review, current exercises, anticipate — past, present, future. All three are important for successfully mastering the material. Step 1: review recent work, catch up on problems you could not do previously, review your notes to familiarize yourself with examples done in class. Step 2: problems are grouped on the syllabus by type. Within each group, do problems until you have mastered the technique. You need not do all the problems the first night, but should do most problems before the test. Step 3: read the section for the next class. This prepares the ground for planting new ideas, helping you make the most of class time. Homework is not collected: I trust you to keep current and to ask timely questions.

Stewart contains answers to odd-numbered problems in the Appendix. Those marked with a graph symbol usually require graphical or calculator answers. Safier puts all answers with the problems. Questions from Berlinski will appear on most quizzes and tests – see the syllabus for specific assignments and timing. Your knowledge and thoughtfulness about the contents will be noted in discussions.

Attendance is expected. Previous students have found that loyal attendance (3 or fewer absences) is required for success in my courses.

Assistance   You are expected to talk with your professors outside of class and visit their offices. Ask me about homework in class, in my office, or via email. You may work with other students and use the Math Clinic (209E, hours TBA). For full value, re-do homework in your own words. All work on tests must be your own, with no help from books, notes, or other people. I support the Stetson University Honor System.

This is a college level course, and you are in charge of your own success. You are responsible for learning the material, reading the text, identifying your questions and difficulties, talking with me inside and outside of class, keeping up with the syllabus, reading your email, and knowing class policies. (Re-)Read the lecture Class, College, and Life online, and frequently review the Study Tips. For Stewart, use the free online Tools for Enriching Calculus (TEC) geared to your text. Look for the icon as you read. Visit my web site to find out more about me and about the course. If you have special needs, please don't hesitate to discuss them, either with me or with the Academic Resources Center.

Communication   I use email and Blackboard to communicate important information and distribute course materials. To reach me, see my contact information above. You are welcome in my office, my voicemail, and my Inbox.

fall 2010 syllabus
A Tour of the Calculus Discussion Questions
Class, College, and Life
instructions for the TI-84
study tips

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