Fall 2004

MT-A142 Calculus I


General Information, Syllabus, Assessment and Test Dates

Course Goals

  1. Develop a thorough understanding of the concepts and techniques of calculus.
  2. Develop the ability to apply your knowledge of Calculus to solve unfamiliar problems.
  3. 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. Worksheets10%
2. "Daily Reading" quizzes5%
3. Group quizzes (best 6 of 7 count)10%
4. "Gateway" exam10%
5. Tests39%
6. Final Examination26%

Test Schedule

Test 1: Wednesday, September 15
Test 2: Wednesday, October 13
Test 3: Wednesday, November 17

Final: Friday, December 10 from 12 noon to 1:50 p.m.

Gateway Exam Schedule

First attempt (in class): Tuesday, October 26
Second attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 4
Third attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 11
Final attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 18

Quiz Schedule

Quiz 1: Monday, August 30
Quiz 2: Tuesday, September 7
Quiz 3: Friday, September 24
Quiz 4: Monday, October 4
Quiz 5: Wednesday, October 27
Quiz 6: Monday, November 8
Quiz 7: Friday, December 3
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