Math 151:801-803 Course Syllabus Instructor: David Manuel Office Hours: Official hours TR 9-10:30am; F 1:30-3:30pmContact Points: Office: BLOC 601J (phone 845-4299) e-mail: [email protected] OR [email protected] Page: http://www.math.tamu.edu/~dmanuel/m151_11a/Course Name: Engineering Math ICourse Description: Rectangular coordinates, vectors, analytic geometry, functions, limits, derivatives of functions, applications, integration, computer algebra (Matlab)Texts: Stewart, Calculus: Early Vectors, Preliminary EditionGilat, MATLAB: An Introduction with Applications, 4th EditionMeeting Times/Locations: The lecture and lab meeting times and locations are posted at the MATH 151 course homepage http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/math151/ Prerequisite: High school algebra I and II, trigonometry and geometry; MATH150 or satisfactory performanceon 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:I. Know and use techniques of limits and differentiationII. Apply techniques of differentiation to a variety of applications, including engineering applicationsIII. Understand and apply vector operations in 2-dimensions, including dot productIV. Understand the relationship between derivatives and integrals via the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.V. Use Computer Algebra Systems such as Matlab to solve non-routine problemsGrading Policy:A = 900-10003 exams = 500 points B = 800-899Labs/Q/Act/HW = 250 points C = 700-799Final = 250 points D = 600-699Total = 1000 points F = 0-599Attendance: 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. 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 assignments, activities, and quizzes are discussed below. Scholastic Dishonesty: Remember the Aggie Code of Honor: An Aggie does not lie, cheat, or steal, or tolerate those who do! 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) is responsible for turning in their own unique work. During exams and quizzes, 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 . Expectations: I expect you to have read the material and stepped through the examples before class, and I expect you to treat me with respect. You can expect me to be prompt and consistent in grading and treat you with respect.Weekly Schedule: The weekly schedule is posted on the MATH 151 course homepage at http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/math151/currentsched.html Exams: Dates for the exams are Thursday 17 Feb, Thurs 24 Mar, and Tues 26 Apr 7:30-9:30pm in a location tobe announced. Final Exam: A comprehensive final exam will be given in HELD 111 according to the schedule posted at http://admissions.tamu.edu/registrar/General/FinalSchedule.aspx#_Spring_2011Homework: Suggested homework is posted on the MATH 151 course homepage and at the bottom of my Blank Notes. 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 23 Jan) at 11:55:00pm (NOlate submissions accepted!). You either received an access code with your (new) textbook, or you may purchaseone online or (possibly) at one of the bookstores in town. The URL for online homework is http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/eHomework. Only the highest 20 homework grades will be counted (5% of the total grade) (NOTE: during exam weeks, online homework sections will be combined to make a “take-home quiz” and will be graded as such). Online homework assignments will count 5% of your final grade.Recitation: To assist you in learning the course material, you will attend recitations every Monday. During thistime, weekly activities will be assigned. Students will work in groups of 3 or 4 and will complete each activity during recitation under the help and supervision of the TA. Each group will turn in one activity for a weekly grade. Only the highest ten activities will be counted; therefore, missed activities may not be made up. Weekly activities will count 6% of your final grade.Matlab: On Wednesdays you will meet in a computer lab, where you will have an individual quiz over the previous activity for the first 15-20 minutes (to encourage all group members to actively participate in the activities), then work on computer assignments using MATLAB (except for exam weeks). Matlab assignmentsare posted on the MATH 151 course homepage and are due at the BEGINNING of lab on Wednesday of the deadline week. Labs turned in between 5 minutes and 48 hours after the official start of lab will receive a 30% late penalty; labs will not be accepted more than 48 hours late for any reason. Quizzes will count 6% and Matlab will count 8% of your final grade.Maplets: While not graded, there are some very useful Java Applets written in MAPLE which help illustrate and/or drill the concepts of this course. These are linked on the MATH 151 course homepage. Note that you must be using a machine with Maple installed, such as those in the Calclabs or Open Access Labs. Knowledge of Maple is NOT required to run these applets.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 requiresthat
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