Spring 2005

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, February 2
Test 2: Wednesday, March 2
Test 3: Wednesday, April 13

Final: Monday, May 2 from 8 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.

Gateway Exam Schedule

First attempt (in class): Tuesday, March 22
Second attempt (outside class): Thursday, March 31
Third attempt (outside class): Thursday, April 7
Final attempt (outside class): Thursday, April 14

Quiz Schedule

Quiz 1: Tuesday, January 18
Quiz 2: Tuesday, January 25
Quiz 3: Friday, February 11
Quiz 4: Monday, February 21
Quiz 5: Monday, March 21
Quiz 6: Monday, April 4
Quiz 7: Wednesday, April 27
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