MATH 151: 510,511,512
Engineering Mathematics I
Spring
2012
MWF 11:30-12:20, HELD 111
Instructor: Oksana Shatalov
Office: Blocker 629F
E-mail: shatalov AT math.tamu.edu (please include Math151 in title)
Web page: /~shatalov/
(check regularly for class announcements, class notes, important information, etc.)
Office Hours: MW 2:00pm-3:00pm, F 1:00pm-2:00 pm and by appointment (in Blocker 629F).
Teaching Assistant: Penland, Andrew, e-mail: apenland@math.tamu.edu
Course Description:
Rectangular coordinates, vectors, analytic geometry, functions, limits,
derivatives of functions, applications, integration, computer algebra
(Matlab).
Required texts: 1. Stewart, Calculus: Early Vectors, Preliminary Edition (You have already purchased
an electronic book (eBook) through course fees. Buying a paper copy is
optional.)
2.Gilat, MATLAB: An Introduction with Applications, 4th Edition
Required software: Maplets for Calculus – http://m4c.math.tamu.edu/
Meeting Times/Locations: The lecture and lab meeting times and locations are posted at the MATH 151 course homepage /courses/math151/
Prerequisite: High school algebra I and II, trigonometry and geometry; MATH150 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
1. Know and use techniques of limits and differentiation
2. Apply techniques of differentiation to a variety
of applications, including engineering applications
3. Understand and apply vector operations in
2-dimensions, including dot product
4. Understand the relationship between derivatives
and integrals via the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
5. Use Matlab to solve non-routine problems or that
are too difficult to solve by hand.
Weekly Schedule: The (tentative) weekly schedule is posted on the MATH 152 course homepage at
/courses/math151/currentsched.html
Recitation: Every Tuesday, students will attend recitation. During the first 15minutes, students will have a quiz on the previous week recitation and M4C activity. After the quiz,
weekly activities will be assigned. Students will work in pairs, and
they will complete the activity, with the supervision/help of the TA.
Notes are allowed during each activity, but calculators are not
permitted. At the end of the 50 minutes,
students will turn this in for a weekly graded assignment. Note: If time permits, I will administer quizzes during lecture. All of the
quizzes are mandatory, although, a couple of worst grades will be dropped at the end of the semester. That
is why, NO make ups for quizzes.
M4C and Matlab: Every Thursay, students will attend lab. During labs student will work on the assigned maplets or work on the assigned
Matlab. They also can ask the TA questions over homework. Visit the link below for Maplet activities and Matlab
assignments: /courses/math151/m4cmatlabsched.html
In-Class Assignments will be given during lecture and must be completed before leaving class. In order to complete these in-class assignments you will need to have loose-leaf notebook paper and something to write with; always come to class with these materials. In-class assignments will be due within the first 5 minutes of class or they may be given at the end of class,. So it is imperative that you arrive to class prepared and on time each day and do not leave class early. None of the grades on these assignments may be dropped unless you are missing a grade due to a verified University excused absence.
Grade Ingredients: Average of 3 common Exams (50%) Final Exam (25%), Online Homework(5%), Matlab (7%), Quiz,Activity&In-Class Assignment (13%).
Letter Grades: A(90-100%), B(80-89%), C(70-79%), D(60-69%), F(0-59%) (I have been known to curve final grades if I feel that it is warranted.)
Homework: Suggested homework is posted at /courses/math151/currenthw.html.
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 Sunday (starting 22 Jan) at 11:55:00pm (NO late
submissions accepted!). Access to online homework was included in your
course fees; once you log into Web Assign, you will automatically be
enrolled in my course. The URL for online homework is /courses/eHomework. Only the highest 30 homework grades will be counted (5% of the total grade).
Class Announcements And E-Mail Policy:
Class announcements will be posted on my homepage. It is your
responsibility to check them weekly. Some important course
announcements might be sent to your NEO e-mail account. It is your
responsibility to check the NEO account and get familiar with the
announcements. .
Make-Up Policy: If you miss an
exam, you must contact me within 48 hours. Exams must be made up within
30 days and require appropriate documentation of a university-excused
absence. Make-up policy for lab and recitation assignments are
discussed above.
Grage Complaints: Sometimes
the instructor or TA might make a mistake grading your work. If you
feel that this has happened, you have one week since the graded work
was handed back to you to talk to the instructor. If a mistake is
confirmed, the grade will be changed. No complaints after that deadline
will be considered.
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.
Electronic Device Policy: Cell
phones, laptops, and other electronic devices must be silent and put
away during class. If you are unable to comply with this policy, you
will be asked to leave class and will not be allowed to make-up any
assignments missed in class that day.
Class Etiquette:
I expect that during class you stay focused on learning the mathematics
being taught. You should not be reading a newspaper or materials
from another course, you should refrain from discussion not related to
class and you should not leave class early unless you have cleared it
with me first. If I feel you are being disruptive or disrespectful
during class, you may be asked to leave.
Scholastic Dishonesty: "An Aggie does not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate those who do." Visit http://www.tamu.edu/aggiehonor and follow the rules of the Aggie Honor
Code. 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/activity) is responsible for turning in their
own unique work. During exams and quiz, 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/reportingandadjudication.html .
SOURCES OF HELP
- Instructor: First, if you have a question, do not hesitate to ask before, after, or during a class. Second,I
encourage you to attend my office hours to get individual help. You do
not need an appointment to come to regular office hours. If your
schedule does not permit you to come to the announced office hours,
send me an e-mail with your schedule and we will make an appointment to
meet at some other time.
- Class Notes: An outline of
notes will be posted before each class day. It will be beneficial to
print these out and bring them with you to class. You should review
your notes after class, and make sure you get any questions you have
about the material answered before the next class day.
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Week in Review: Each week, a faculty member will conduct a Week
in Review, time and place TBA. Students are highly encouraged to take
full advantage of this extra help. Note that success on common exams
requires LOTS of practice. This is one resource for you to obtain extra
practice in order to master the material.
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Help Sessions: The Math department offers help sessions for math 151. For more information see /teaching/helpsession/
Students With 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 Services for Students with Disabilities
(Cain Hall, Room B118, or call 845-1637).
Copyright Policy:
All printed materials disseminated in class or on the web are protected
by Copyright laws. One copy (or download from the web) is allowed for
personal use. Multiple copies or sale of any of these materials is
strictly prohibited.
Note: This syllabus is subject
to change at the instructor's discretion. The instructor reserves the
right to make any changes he considers academically advisable. It is
your responsibility to attend classes and keep track of the proceedings.
GOOD LUCK IN YOUR STUDIES!