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Instructor: Gexin Yu, Jones 127, phone: 757-221-2040, gyu@wm.edu
Meeting time and location:
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Calculus
111 Section 07 (Blackboard
link)
o Lecture: TR 11-12:20pm, Jones
Hall 306
o Lab: W: 8-8:50am, Jones 306
(TA: Fasil Alemante,
falemante@email.wm.edu)
Office Hours: TR 10-11, or by appointment
Web page: http://gyu.people.wm.edu/Fall2015/Math111/Math111.html
Here is an information page on Math 111 maintained by the department: http://www.wm.edu/as/mathematics/undergrad/wheretostart/math111/index.php.
Text:
1) Single Variable Calculus, Early Transcendentals,
8th edition by James Stuart. The W&M Bookstore sells this in loose leaf
form which includes the e-Book and WebAssign access
code. This course covers 2.1--5.4 (omit 3.11 and 4.6)
2) Calculus Lab Manual, Math 111. This is available on the Math 111 website: http://www.wm.edu/as/mathematics/undergrad/wheretostart/math111/index.php.
Topics: : Limits, continuity,
derivatives, techniques of differentiation, linear approximations,
optimization, Newton's Method, curve sketching, Fundamental Theorem of
Calculus, and integration. Applications of calculus in economics, social
sciences, and physical sciences are included. Topics are presented with an
emphasis on understanding using definitions and proofs as well as applications.
Calculators:
:
The TI-83, TI-83 Plus, or TI-84 calculator is recommended for completing labs
and homework. The tests and quizzes will be completed without a calculator.
Tests and Quizzes: There are three mid-semester tests on the following
Wednesday labs: Sept 23, Oct 28, and Tuesday Nov 24. Make-up tests are given
only in extreme circumstances such as documented serious illness or personal
circumstance as noted by the Dean of Students. Such documentation must be
obtained prior to the start of the test.
A weekly quiz covering 2-3 sections is administered during other lab sessions. There are no make-up quizzes, even for legitimate absences such as illness, family emergency, or a college sponsored event. Your lowest quiz score will be dropped, however, before your final grade is calculated.
*To prepare for quizzes and tests, rework all the assigned homework problems as well as all the example problems from class lectures; recreate the steps shown in class. Know how to use definitions and proofs to support your work where applicable. Each step of a problem is assigned points and graded on accuracy and correctness; the final ``answer'' is only one part of the complete solution. Present solutions in a logical and understandable fashion to receive full credit.
Final Exam: The common final exam is a ``block'' exam taken by all
sections of Math 111 from 9am-noon on Monday, Dec 14, 2015. Your final exam
score may replace your lowest attempted test score if it is higher. A practice
final exam is located on the Math 111 website.
WebAssign: This is a web-based system
that includes an eBook, homework solutions, tutorials and more. You have two
free weeks of WebAssign access using the class code (wm 0428 8148). After the free trial period, use access code
you purchased.
Homework: Routine homework problems are assigned for each lecture but
not usually graded. Understanding and completing the homework is essential for
success in the course. Many of the quiz and test problems come from the
homework.
Labs:
The 4th hour of this course is a lab session. You are required to attend all
your lab sessions and bring a printed copy of the week's lab assignment (not
completed.) The lab assignments are located on the Math 111 website; use your
schedule to determine which lab is needed each week. Your assigned Teaching
Assistant (TA) will give you helpful instruction for each lab and then
administer the weekly quiz. Most completed labs are submitted the following
week (see schedule) and then graded by the Teaching Assistant (TA). The lab
scores count toward your overall grade for the course. Lab 0, also on the Math
111 website, is a Calculus Readiness Test. You should complete this
independently (you may use a textbook source but not help from others.) Lab 0
is due Wednesday, September 2nd.
Attendance: Regular attendance is critical for your success in this
course. I expect your presence at every lecture. If you must miss class, you
are expected to get notes and missed material from a classmate.
Grading: Your final grade is calculated as follows:
·
Mid-semester
Tests 15% each
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Quizzes
15%
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Labs/Homework
15%
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Final
Exam: 25%
The letter grade is assigned using the scale:
A > 93 > A- > 90 > B+ > 87 > B > 83 > B- > 80> C+ > 77 > C > 73 > C- > 70 > D+ > 67 > D > 63 > D- > 60 > F
Tutoring:
:
(free) available Sunday through Thursday evenings from 5-8pm, Jones 112.
Honor Code: Students will uphold William and Mary's stated honor code
as it is written, any infractions will be referred to the Honor Council.