Summer 2003
MT-A142 Calculus I
General Information, Syllabus, Assessment and Test Dates
Course Goals
- Develop a thorough understanding of the concepts and techniques of calculus.
- Develop the ability to apply your knowledge of Calculus to solve unfamiliar problems.
- Learn how to work effectively with others on mathematics problems.
Syllabus
Chapter 1: A Library of Functions
Chapter 2: Key Concept: The Derivative
Chapter 3: Short Cuts to Differentiation
Chapter 4: Using the Derivative
Chapter 5: Key Concept: The Definite Integral
Chapter 6: Constructing Antiderivatives
Assessment| 1. Worksheets | 10% |
| 2. "Daily Reading" quizzes | 5% |
| 3. Group quizzes (best 6 of 7 count) | 10% |
| 4. "Gateway" exam | 10% |
| 5. Tests | 39% |
| 6. Final Examination | 26% |
Test Schedule
Test 1: Wednesday, May 28
Test 2: Friday, June 6
Test 3: Monday, June 23
Final: Friday, June 27
Gateway Exam Schedule
First attempt (in class): Wednesday, June 11
Second attempt (outside class): Friday, June 13
Third attempt (outside class): Tuesday, June 17
Final attempt (outside class): Thursday, June 19
Quiz Schedule
Quiz 1: Thursday, May 22
Quiz 2: Tuesday, June 3
Quiz 3: Wednesday, June 18
Quiz 4: Wednesday, June 25
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