Mathematics 103: College Algebra

Mathematics 146: Applied Calculus I

Spring Semester 2010

Instructor: Carl Hashbarger

Office: Minard 305B

Email:

Phone: 231-8726

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Office Hours: 12pm – 1pm Tuesday and Thursday or by appointment. Also, I plan to stay in Barry Hall after class on Tuesdays for optional question and answer sessions from 3:20 until 4:45.

General Information:

Course Description:

This course emphasizes the application of calculus in the social and life sciences. The concepts and content studied include limits, derivatives, logarithmic and exponential functions, optimization, integrals, and applications. Students will complete several problems involving the main concepts and applications of calculus.

Goals:

Students will gain an understanding of and appreciation for the theory and applications of differential and integral calculus related to their major field of study.

This course develops student capabilities related to several of NDSU’s General Education Objectives, including:

• The ability to comprehend concepts and methods of inquiry in science and technology and their applications to society
• The ability to integrate knowledge and ideas is a coherent and meaningful manner

Evaluation:

Grades in the course will reflect students’ demonstrated attainment of course objectives. Specifically:

• 50% of the grade will reflect performance term exams. The first three exams will contain two parts:

a 90-minute portion (given in the evening), and a second portion given in class the following week. The fourth exam will be given in class.

• 20% will come from the final examination
• 30% of the course evaluation will be based on quizzes, homework assignments, projects, and collaborative work done in class

The standard 90-80-70-60 grading scale will be used. You should not expect any "curving" of grades.

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Notes:

• Expect one quiz or graded assignment approximately every other week (about 7 for the semester). Quizzes may or may not be announced in advance, may be given in class, or may be given as assignments. No early or make-up quizzes will be given. Your five best quiz scores will count towards your final grade.
• Approved make-up exams must be completed within one week of the scheduled exam date.
• No credit will be given for late work.
• Special Needs: "Any students with disabilities or other special needs, who need special accommodations in the course, are invited to share these concerns or requests with the instructors soon as possible."

• Academic Honesty: All work in this course must be completed in a manner consistent with NDSU University Senate Policy, Section 335 Code of Academic Responsibility and Conduct.
• The Mathematics Department has resource rooms available for any student seeking additional help, free of charge. Hours for these rooms are posted on the department web page. The Office of Orientation and Student Success, located in Ceres Hall, also has additional tutoring available for interested parties.

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