Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3

Course Outline       Spring, 2008

Math 150, 5 credits                  CC-250

1:15-3:20 pm TTh

 

Prerequisite: Placement or completion of Math 140 with grade of 2.0 or higher and placement for English 101.

 

Course Objectives: This 5-credit course is the third quarter of the three-quarter calculus sequence. Content includes infinite sequences and series, differentiation and integration in polar coordinates, introduction to parametric equations, and vectors in two and three dimensions. Multiple integrals and partial derivatives with applications that include optimization, volume and the gradient are central to this course. Learners will continue to refine independent study skills, cooperative problem solving, logically correct and mathematically precise writing and thinking, and their ability to use geometric, symbolic and analytic formats in presenting solutions to both abstract and real world applications.

Note: A calculator at least as powerful as a TI-83+ or TI-84+ is highly recommended.

Text: Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 5th ed., by James Stewart, Brooks/Cole Publ. Co., 2003.

 

Instructor: Dr. David C. Buchthal                                          Phone/Voice Mail: 425-352-8280

Office: CC1 383                                                                      E-mail:       dbuchthal@cascadia.edu

Office Hours: MTWTh – 12:00 - 1:00pm. Other times by appointment.

Grading: The course grade is based on the following:

                                    2 Tests @ 100 points each       = 200 points

                                    6 Quizzes @ 15 points each    =   90 points

                                    Collaborative Projects              =   50 points

                                    Class Presentations                  =   40 points    

                                    Comprehensive Final Exam     = 150 points

                                                                        Total    = 530 points

            Homework will be assigned daily and discussed the following class. Quizzes based on the homework will be given every 2 or 3 classes. The best 6 of the 8-9 scheduled quizzes will determine your homework grade. The best 2 of the 3 scheduled exams will be used to calculate your final grade. There will be no make-up tests or quizzes. Students will work on collaborative projects and present examples, concepts, and applications to fellow students. Details on presentation assessments will be provided. Classroom participation and improvement will be considered in borderline cases.

 

Tentative Grading Scale

Total Points Earned

490-530

470-489

450-469

425-449

410-424

390-409

355-389

340-354

325-339

300-324

285-299

0-284

Letter Grade

A

A-

B+

B

B-

C+

C

C-

D+

D

D-

F

Letter Grade

4.0

3.7

3.3

3.0

2.7

2.3

2.0

1.7

1.3

1.0

0.7

0.0

 

Attendance: Students are expected to attend each class session. Each day, either a quiz, a test, or a group project is probable.

 

Accommodation: If you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact Disability Support Services (DSS) in the Kodiak Corner-Student Services Center, Room 130E, (425-352-8383) to make appointments.

 

Counseling Available On-Campus: If you have a personal problem or stress that is affecting your schoolwork and would like to talk with someone, please contact the counselor, Caroline Becker.  Counseling at Cascadia is confidential, professional and free.  Visit or Call the Front Desk at 425-352-8860 for an appointment.

 

 

Learning Agreements: Cascadia Community College has developed statements on many educational issues, including Academic Honesty, Acceptable Use Policy on Information Technology, Diversity, Emergency Procedures, Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and Student Rights and Responsibilities. These statements and policies apply to all classes. You can find them at http://www.cascadia.edu/FacultyWeb/instructors/dbuchthal/AcademicStandards.htm

 

Academic Integrity:  Instances of academic dishonesty will be dealt with harshly. Putting your name on a group project when you did not participate is as unethical as copying someone else’s assignment.

 

Important Dates:        Last Day to add a class (with signature):                      April 15

                                    No classes (holiday):                                       May 26

                                    Last Day to Drop Classes                                 May 9

                                    Last Day To/From Audit (with signature)         May 9

                                    Last Day of Class:                                           June 12