Math 151:504-506 Course Syllabus
Instructor:
David Manuel
Office
Hours: Official hours
MWF 9:30-11am; TR 9-11am.
Contact
Points: Office: BLOC
601J (phone 845-4299)
e-mail: dmanuel@calclab.math.tamu.edu
OR dmanuel@math.tamu.edu
Web Page: http://www.math.tamu.edu/~dmanuel/
Course
Name: Engineering
Math I
Course
Description: Rectangular
coordinates, vectors, analytic geometry, functions, limits,
derivatives of functions, applications, integration, computer algebra
(Matlab)
Text:
Stewart, Calculus:
Early Vectors,
Preliminary Edition
Gilat, MATLAB: An Introduction with Applications, 3rd Edition
Online Homework Access. Details at http://www.math.tamu.edu/ehmwk/
Meeting Times/Locations: The lecture meets MWF 1:50-2:40pm in HELD 113
Labs
meet at the following locations and times:
Prerequisite: High school algebra I and II, trigonometry and geometry; MATH 150 or satisfactory performance on a qualifying exam.
Calculator Policy: Calculators will NOT be allowed on quizzes or exams, but will be allowed on online homework.
Course
Objectives: This
course is to provide students with quantitative and problem-solving
skills of 2-dimensional vectors and differential calculus. At the
conclusion of this course, students should be able to:
I. Know and
use techniques of limits and differentiation
II.
Apply techniques of differentiation to a variety of applications,
including engineering applications
III. Understand and apply
vector operations in 3-dimensions, including dot product
IV.
Understand the relationship between derivatives and integrals via the
Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
V. Use Computer Algebra Systems
such as Matlab to solve non-routine problems
Grading Policy:
3 exams = 500 points A = 900-1000
Computer Labs = 100 points B = 800-899
Quizzes = 100 points C = 700-799
Online HW = 50 points D = 600-699
Final = 250 points F = 0-599
Total = 1000 points
Attendance: Attendance of both lectures and labs is important. If you must miss class or lab on days something is to be turned in, please contact me or your TA as soon as you know. I suggest you find a study partner or two to get notes on days you have to miss. Completed notes will be posted on my web page IF you do not use these as a substitute to attending class.
Make-up Policy: If you miss an exam, you must contact me within 48 hours. Exams must be made up within 30 calendar days and require appropriate documentation of a university-excused absence. Make-up policy for lab assignments and quizzes are discussed below.
Scholastic Dishonesty: Remember the Aggie Code of Honor: An Aggie does not lie, cheat, or steal, or tolerate those who do! There will be many opportunities (homework and computer labs) for you to work together in an appropriate manner. However, each student (or group in computer lab) is responsible for turning in their own unique work. During exams and quizzes, you are not allowed to receive any kind of assistance from anyone. Any instance of scholastic dishonesty will be handled according to the processes outlined on the Honor Code website at http://www.tamu.edu/aggiehonor/Processes/instructorprocess.html .
Expectations: I expect you to have read the material and stepped through the examples before class, and I expect you to treat me with respect. You can expect me to be prompt and consistent in grading and treat you with respect.
Weekly Schedule: The weekly schedule is posted on the MATH 151 course homepage at http://calclab.math.tamu.edu/docs/math151/
Exams: Dates for the exams are Thursday 1 Oct, Thursday 29 Oct, and Tuesday 1 Dec 7:30-9:30pm in a location to be announced.
Final Exam: A comprehensive final exam will be given in HELD 113 on Tuesday, 15 Dec 3:30-5:30pm
Homework: Suggested homework is posted on the MATH 151 course homepage. These problems are for practice and will not be handed in; however, quiz and exam questions may be similar to suggested homework problems. (NOTE: If you purchase a student solution manual, it is recommended that you do not open it until AFTER you have attempted the question on your own!)
In addition, there will be online homework assignments due every Wednesday (starting 9 Sept) at 11:55:00pm (NO late submissions accepted!). You either received an access code with your (new) textbook, or you may purchase one online. The URL for online homework is http://www.math.tamu.edu/ehmwk. Only the highest 20 homework grades will be counted (5% of the total grade) (NOTE: during exam weeks, online homework sections will be combined to make a “take-home quiz” and will due two days before the exam)
Quizzes: To determine how well you are learning the material throughout the semester, you will take quizzes in Thursday's recitations (every week except for exam weeks). Quizzes will cover material from the previous week's (MWF) lecture. Only the highest 10 quiz grades will be counted; therefore, missed quizzes may not be made up for any reason. During exam weeks, the online homework sections assigned will be graded as ONE “take-home” quiz grade. Deadlines for these will be two days before the exam by 11:55:00pm.
Matlabs: On Tuesdays you will have weekly computer assignments using MATLAB (except for exam weeks). Matlab assignments are posted on the MATH 151 course homepage and are due at the BEGINNING of lab on Tuesday of the deadline week. The first lab assignment will be submitted individually; thereafter, labs will be done in teams and each team will turn in ONE lab report. Only the highest 10 Matlab assignments will be counted, so missed labs may not be made up. Labs turned in between 5 minutes and 48 hours after the official start of lab will receive a 30% late penalty; labs will not be accepted more than 48 hours late for any reason.
Disabilities: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Department of Student Life, services for students with disabilities in Room 126 of the Koldus Building, or call 845-1637.
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