MAT
122 (OVERVIEW OF CALCULUS )-Fall-2020
Course Description: Calculus at its core is how functions change. In
order to understand them well, we have to “linearize”
them so that we can look at them on a “micro level”. We will examine slope (the
derivative) and area (integrals) and the intimate relationship that exists
between them which makes the topic so fascinating. One of the most applicable
topics in calculus is something called a differential equation. You will see
how these formulas give birth to exponential functions and the need for
logarithms to solve real world problems. Graphing calculators are encouraged
for this course and can be used on exams.
Structure of the class: There will be live lectures during our class time via
zoom. You can sign on via Blackboard. The videos will NOT be recorded, so you
must attend if you wish to keep up with the material. During recitation, your
TA will go over the homework and help prepare you for upcoming exams.
Instructor: Bill Bernhard (bill@math.sunysb.edu)
Textbook: Calculus and its Applications, 11e by Bittinger
(not required)
Syllabus: We will not go
in the order of the text and the schedule will be updated as we
go.
Grading: Midterm (40%) During the week of 10/12 in recitation
Final Exam (40%) Thursday, 12/10 from
Homework (20%) Homework will
be given during the live online lecture and then it must be sent to your TA via
email so he can check that you have done it. You should handwrite your work and
then send a photo to your TA. You have one week from the assigned date to send
it to your TA. We are more interested in
your attempts and feedback than the correct answers especially if you are
having difficulty with the material. We will not grade on accuracy, so copying
the work of other classmates is not necessary and a waste of everyone’s time.
Our exams will be based off of the homework.
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psychological, medical or learning disability that may impact your course work,
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Course Evaluation: Each semester