Fall 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, September 17
Test 2: Wednesday, October 15
Test 3: Wednesday, November 19
Final: Monday, December 15 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:50 p.m.
Gateway Exam Schedule
First attempt (in class): Tuesday, October 28
Second attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 6
Third attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 13
Final attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 20
Quiz Schedule
Quiz 1: Tuesday, September 2
Quiz 2: Tuesday, September 9
Quiz 3: Friday, September 26
Quiz 4: Monday, October 6
Quiz 5: Wednesday, October 29
Quiz 6: Monday, November 10
Quiz 7: Friday, December 5
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