MATH
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2413
COURSE
SYLLABUS
COURSE :
Name: Calculus I
Description: An integrated study of differential calculus with analytic geometry including the
study of functions, limits, continuity, differentiation, and an introduction to integration.
Goal: To provide the background in mathematics for sciences or further study in mathematics and its
applications. See page 3 for Student Learning Objectives.
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INSTRUCTOR :
Name:
Email:
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Michael Sawyer
michael.sawyer@hccs.edu
TEXT :
Calculus by Larson (9th edition)
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POLICY
ON ATTENDANCE :
Regular attendance is highly recommended. Absences in excess of 12.5% of the total number of
classes may result in an administrative withdrawal. Tardiness should be kept to a minimum.
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POLICY
ON
INCOMPLETES :
The following are necessary but not sufficient conditions for a grade of I :
1) passing with at least a C2) regular attendance
3) documented excuse for missing the final exam.
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POLICY
ON
DROPS :
Any student wishing to drop the class must do so before the deadline stated in the Class Schedule.
Lack of attendance will usually result in a poor letter grade and not a W.
Note: Students who repeat a course for a third time or more may soon face significant tuition/fee increases at
HCC and other Texas public colleges and universities. Please ask your instructor/counselor about opportunities for
tutoring or other assistance prior to considering course withdrawal or if you are not receiving passing grades.
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POLICY
ON
GRADING :
Four exams will be given, the lowest of which will be ignored. The final exam will be comprehensive
and compulsory. The following percentages will apply:
Two exams ( 20% each)---------------40%
Homework -----------------------------20%
Final Exam-----------------------------40%
The course grade will usually be determined by:
90-100
A
80-89 B
70-79
C
60-69 D
0-59
F
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POLICY
ON
MAKE-UPS :
No make-up exams will be given for any reason.
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POLICY
ON
CHEATING :
Cheating on exams can result in total dismissal from the college. One warning may be given. Note
that talking or cell phone use or otherwise communicating during exams must be construed as
cheating.
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INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS:
There are videos for check-out, math computer labs, tutoring centers, special arrangements for
students with disabilities, and review sessions. Please take advantage of all the services at HCC.
NOTE: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange
reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Services Office at the respective college at the beginning of each semester.
Faculty are authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office. If you have any
questions, please contact the disability counselor at your college or Donna Price at 713-718-5165.
MATH
Lesson Number
2413
COURSE
Date
OUTLINE
Material Covered
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Pre-test
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
REVIEW
8
9
10
11
12
13
2.1
2.2
2.3-2.4
2.5
2.6
REVIEW
14
5/20
EXAM ONE
15
16
17
18
19
20
3.1
3.2-3.3
3.4-3.5
3.6-3.7
3.8-3.9
REVIEW
21
22
23
24
25
26
4.1
4.2-4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
REVIEW
27
5/29
EXAM TWO
28
29
REVIEW
5/31
8:00-10:00
FINAL
EXAM
Math 2413
Student Learning Outcomes
Course Objectives
1. Demonstrate efficiency in algebraic
manipulation of elementary and
trigonometric functions.
1.1 Describe the basic concepts of mathematical
functions and the various types of functions, which
exist.
2. Show an understanding of limits and
their relationship to the concept of
continuity.
2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of the concept of the limit
of a function at a point and the properties such
limits possess.
2.2 Demonstrate knowledge of the idea of continuity of
a function
2.3 Recognize the discontinuity points of certain types
of elementary functions.
3. Differentiate elementary and
trigonometric functions.
3.1 Differentiate various types of mathematical
functions and know the meaning of the various
orders of the derivatives including applications.
3.2 Differentiate the trigonometric functions with
applications.
4. Apply calculus techniques to sketch the
curves of certain types of elementary
functions.
4.1 Use calculus to sketch the curves of certain types of
elementary functions
FINAL GRADE OF FX
Students who stop attending class and do not withdraw themselves prior to the withdrawal
deadline may either be dropped by their professor for excessive absences or be assigned the final
grade of “FX” at the end of the semester. Students who stop attending classes will receive a grade
of “FX”, compared to an earned grade of “F” which is due to poor performance. Logging into a DE
course without active participation is seen as non-attending.
Please note that HCC will not disperse financial aid funding for students who have never attended
class. Students who receive financial aid but fail to attend class will be reported to the Department
of Education and may have to pay back their aid. A grade of “FX” is treated exactly the same as a
grade of “F” in terms of GPA, probation, suspension, and satisfactory academic progress
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