Printable version of the syllabus.
Course website: http://amath.colorado.edu/courses/1340/
WebAssign site: https://www.webassign.net/colorado/login.html
Course Goals: To learn the concepts and techniques of differential and integral calculus; to learn to participate effectively in mathematical discourse as a means of deepening understanding of algebra, trigonometry and calculus concepts, to improve problem solving and critical thinking, to create a learning community, and to demonstrate applications of Calculus I.
Text: Essential Calculus (with Enhanced WebAssign), James Stewart (ISBN 978-0-538-49741-1 or 0-538-49741-6), Sections 1.1 to 3.4 and Appendix A. WebAssign access is required for this course.
Homework Study Sessions: Homework study sessions will meet twice a week. This is a chance to deepen your understanding and improve your homework grades by working with your peers to understand calculus. The LAs will be available to help you. Please take advantage.
Homework and quizzes: To do well in this course, you must come to the lectures and do (and understand) the homework. Written homework is due at the beginning of class and WebAssign homework is due by 8am on each lecture day. Homework may not be done during class. Be sure to (1) staple pages together, (2) trim notebook fringes, and (3) box in answers. Late homework will not be accepted. Quizzes will be given about once a week.
Exams: There will be three midterm exams and a comprehensive final exam. The midterm exams will be given on Wednesdays (Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16) from 5:00–6:30 pm. The final exam for both sections will be on Wednesday, December 14, 7:30–10:00 am. Any student eligible for and needing special exam accommodations should speak with the instructor during the first week of class. There will be no make-up or early exams. If you are sick during a unit exam, you must bring a note from your doctor verifying your illness. Your course grade then will be determined by the rest of your course work.
Oral Assessments: Students will be given the opportunity to discuss the concepts covered in each unit test in an hourlong small group setting. These orals will be facilitated by the instructors. They are optional but will help students prepare for the unit tests. (See details.)
Grade determination: A total of 600 points will determine your grade for this course. The points are distributed over your homework assignments (50 points for written, 50 points for online), quiz grades (50 points), three midterms (100 points each), and the final exam (150 points).
Technology: A graphing calculator that can do symbolic calculations may be useful (but is not required) for this course. No electronic devices will not be allowed during the exams.
Blue books: Each student is required to buy five 8 x 11 ½ blue books. Please do not put your names on them.
Dropping the course: Advice from your advisor and the Dean's office is recommended before dropping any course. After October 5, dropping a course is possible only with a petition to the Dean's office (except for arts and sciences students and non-degree students, whose drop deadline is October 28).
Academic Honesty: You are encouraged to discuss the homework problems with other students in the class, and to work on the problems together, but all work turned in must be your own. You are not permitted to copy another student's homework, even if you worked on the problems together. Violation of the CU Student Honor Code or the College of Engineering's Academic Honesty Guidelines will result in a course grade of F. Remember, giving unauthorized help is also considered a violation and incurs the same penalties as receiving help. If you are uncertain about whether or not something is cheating, please consult the instructor.
Suggestions: Take advantage of as many of the support systems as possible this semester. You must receive a grade of C- or better in this course (C for some majors) in order to advance to APPM 1345. Most students who receive a C- in Calculus I find it very difficult to pass Calculus II. Establish a firm foundation now and it will pay off for the rest of your college career. Strong calculus skills will help you in other math, science and engineering courses.
Final Thoughts: Please feel free to stop class at any time and ask for further explanations. We're here to help you succeed!