Fall 2016

Math 1520 Calculus II

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General Information, Syllabus, Assessment and Test Dates

Undergraduate Catalog Description: Symbolic and numerical techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, infinite series, power series, Taylor series, differential equations; polar coordinates, applications. Fall and Spring semester. Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in Math 1510 Calculus I.

Course Goals

  • Develop a thorough understanding of the concepts and techniques of integration, sequences and series (including power and Taylor series), and a developing understanding of differential equations.
  • Further develop the ability to apply your knowledge of calculus to solve unfamiliar problems.
  • (Further) develop skills for working effectively with others on mathematics problems.

Syllabus

Chapter 7: Integration
Chapter 8: Using the Definite Integral
Chapter 9: Sequences and Series
Chapter 10: Approximating Functions using Series
Chapter 11: Differential Equations

Assessment

1.Group Work 10%
2.WeBWorK homework10%
3.Group Quizzes (best 6 of 7 count)10%
4."Gateway" exam10%
5.Tests36%
6.Final Examination24%

Each group work must be completed. It must be handed in (to be graded) by the next class period. This will sometimes, perhaps even usually, mean continuing to work on it after class.

Test Schedule

Test 1: Wednesday, September 14
Test 2: Wednesday, October 12
Test 3: Wednesday, November 16
Final: Wednesday, December 7
WARNING: Do NOT make travel arrangements that conflict with these test and exam dates. Alert your family to your test and exam schedule!

Gateway Exam Schedule

First attempt (in class): Wednesday, September 21
Second attempt (outside class): Thursday, September 29
Third attempt (outside class): Thursday, October 6
Final attempt (outside class): Thursday, October 20

Quiz Schedule

Quiz 1: Monday, August 29
Quiz 2: Tuesday, September 6
Quiz 3: Friday, September 23
Quiz 4: Monday, October 3
Quiz 5: Wednesday, October 26
Quiz 6: Monday, November 7
Quiz 7: Friday, December 2