SYLLABUS HANDOUT
Winter 2010-11
Calculus III
MATH 2412 1A, 4A, 7A
6.0 credit hours
MTWTh 10:00 to 11:45 AM
Instructor: Michael Flesch
289-1358
mflesch@mccneb.edu
WELCOME TO METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Suggestions for Classroom Decorum
Source: Expectations for the Learning Environment, Metropolitan Community College
Metropolitan Community College is committed to providing students a high quality learning
experience with up-to-date equipment and facilities. Metro’s faculty and staff are
professionals who are dedicated to making our College a great learning environment so
that students can reach their educational goals.
To promote a positive learning environment, the instructors and students will:
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Be respectful of all individuals in class
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Strive for perfect attendance
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Be Punctual—Arrive on time and return from breaks on time
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Attend the entire class session
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Come to class prepared (i.e., pen/pencil/textbook, paper, class supplies, etc.)
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Complete and turn in assignments on time
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Appropriately participate in classroom discussion and activities
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Allow equal opportunity for all class members to participate
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Show respect for the opinions of others by voicing disagreements in a courteous
manner
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Ask for help when necessary
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If absent from class, take responsibility for missed content
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Follow the Academic Honesty Policy
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Follow instructor’s guidelines regarding food and drink in the classroom
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Turn off beepers, cell phones and musical devices during class
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Avoid disruptive conduct (i.e., any behavior that interferes with class)
Note: These seem like reasonable expectations for the class, I am always open to
constructive feedback about how we use class time. Feel free to contact me with your
concerns or suggestions. Good luck to each of you this quarter!
Michael Flesch
Metropolitan Community College
Course Syllabus 2010-11 Winter Quarter
COURSE IDENTIFICATION
Title:
Prefix/Section
Credit Hours:
Begins/Ends/No-Class Days
Meeting Day/Time
Last Day to Withdraw
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Class Locations
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Lab Location
Calculus III
MATH 2412 1A, 4A, and 7A
6.0
Wednesday, Dec. 1st to Monday, Feb. 28th
M/T/W/Th 10:00 to 11:45 AM
Feb. 12th, 2010
Course Conferencing
EVC, Rm 212 CC; SOC-MHY Rm 106 CC (Mahoney);
FOC #10, Rm 116 BCC
- No required lab, Math Center on each Campus
Faculty Website
- http://faculty.mccneb.edu/mflesch
CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor’s Name
- Michael Flesch
Office Location
- EVC Room 156:
Office Telephone
- 289-1358 or 800-228-9553 x 1358
Facsimile
- 289-1423
Office Hours
Contact me by Email or by Phone (289-1358)
Individual Appointments by Request
Monday & Wednesday 12-2 PM – EVC – Room 156
Tuesday 12-2 PM – SOC – Connector Bldg.
Thursday 12-2 PM – FOC #10
Email Address
Academic Program Area:
Dean’s Office Telephone
- mflesch@mccneb.edu
- Math and Natural Science
Associate Dean – Brad Morrison - The Associate Dean is
the person to contact with any questions or problems that
your instructor is not able to resolve to your satisfaction.
- 402-289-1304 Elkhorn Valley Campus, Room 108
- Email at: bmorrison@mccneb.edu
COURSE INFORMATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a one semester course in Calculus. The 6.0 quarter hours will equate to a four hour
semester course at other institutions. It covers the topics described in the course objectives
below.
COURSE PREREQUISITES
Math 2411, or Assessment Testing
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
At the completion of this course, each student should be able to:
1. Perform arithmetical operations using vectors.
2. Use parametric equations, and make changes between coordinate systems.
3. Graph geometric shapes in space.
4. Know the calculus of vector-valued functions.
5. Apply the techniques of differentiation to determine velocity, acceleration, arc length, area,
and the area of surfaces of revolution for vector-valued functions.
6. Determine the limits and continuity of functions of several variables.
7. Determine critical points, relative extrema, and saddle points for functions of several
variables.
8. Evaluate double integrals in rectangular and polar coordinates.
9. Evaluate triple integrals in rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates.
10. Using double and triple integrals, evaluate areas, volumes, centers of mass, and moments of
inertia.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
More detailed unit objectives for this course are on reserve in the College’s Library.
Required and Supplemental Materials
Textbook - - Calculus, 9th edition, by Larson, Hosteler, and Edwards
Graphing calculator is preferred (Not required, but it is helpful, TI 83’s and TI84’s.)
Notebook for notes and assignments and pencils for each class
Graph paper
Class Structure
The daily class period will consist of:
1. review of material and questions from the previous class
2. presentation of new material
3. discussion of the lecture material
4. in-class time for practice, quizzes and exams
5. Bring the assignment to each class with all problems completed or with your questions
if it is not completed. Problems should be done neatly with a systematic approach, as
that method will aid in your understanding.
6. Take notes on the lecture material and read the textbook material for further
explanation.
7. Participate in class discussions by offering ideas, answering questions asked by the
instructor and asking questions.
8. Keep up with assignments regularly as a great deal of the material builds on previous
material. Do not get behind!
9. Work with classmates, friends, tutors or Math/Learning Center personnel. Form study
groups. The instructor is also available for help outside of class. Use all available
resources.
10. Contact the instructor as soon as there is a problem.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT WORK
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Types of Assessment/Assignments
A. Five In ClassTests:
A minimum of Five in-class, closed-book exams, covering all the required objectives will
be administered to the students individually.
Material presented in class as well as material found in the text may be covered.
The average of these tests will be weighted as 60% of your final grade.
At the end of the quarter, the average of the five in class tests must be at least a 60%
average to earn a grade of C or higher for the Final Course Grade.
B. Five Review Tests Prior to each In Class Test
Before each test there will be a review practice exam will be handed out. It will be due at
the time of the in class exam. It will be completed outside of class. You must show all
work in a clear concise manner to justify each solution to receive full credit.
These Review Tests will be weighted as 20% of your final grade.
C. Daily Homework, Quizzes, In Class Work (Individual and/or Group)
A list of assignments for the material will be given at the beginning of each new chapter.
At the beginning of each class session, we will go through questions from the previous
assignment. Several of the problems from the assignment list will be highlighted in each
section to be handed in to your instructor. These solutions will be worth a maximum of four
points per section unless otherwise noted.
All homework problems including those you are turning in for credit should be done neatly
with a systematic approach, as that method will help in your understanding. Problem sets
with answers only (without necessary work shown) will earn 0 points.
During class you may be asked to complete specific problems individually or in groups that
will be awarded points based on attempting and correctly working the assigned problems.
Quizzes may be administered and points awarded based on your work.
All points in this category will be totaled and averaged based on the maximum number of
points possible. Work from this category will be weighted as15% of your final average.
D. Attendance Points
Each student will be awarded one point for each class session they are present in class.
Coming late and leaving early can result in the loss of attendance points. There are 44
class sessions in the quarter, and the maximum number of points possible for attendance
will be 40. You can miss 4 class sessions with no penalty during the quarter
This will count toward 5% of your final average.
Make-up Tests and Procedures
Absence on a Test Day: (see last page for dates). Please make prior arrangements with
the instructor and the Testing Center. There will be a 10% deduction in your grade if I am
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not contacted in person, or by phone message/email on or before the time when the test is
administered in class.
To make up a TEST, you will need to call the Testing Centers at:
EVC: 289-1278, Room 217
SOC: 738-4613, Connector Bldg., Room 102
FOC#10: 457-2204, Room 105A
Late Assignments
Daily Assignments: will be considered to be late and not considered for credit if they are
not turned in from within two class days of when discussed in class.
Quizzes and In Class Work: These points can not be made up and are lost when you are
absent.
Attendance Points: These points are lost and can’t be made up if you are absent for any
reason. You can miss four sessions during the quarter with no penalty.
Tests: If you need to miss an exam, contact me before or the day of the test to schedule a
makeup time in the Testing Center. If you find you will be absent the day of the test, leave
me a message at 289-1358 the day of the test, and I will return your call to set up a makeup time. If you do not contact me, a 10% reduction in the final grade will result. This
applies to both the completion of the in class and review portions of the exam.
Grading Policy
Final Course Grade is weighted as follows:
Five In ClassTests
Five Review Tests
Daily Homework, Quizzes, In Class Work
Attendance Points
60%
20%
15%
5%
Important Note: At the end of the quarter, the average of the five in class tests
must be at least a 60% average to earn a grade of C or higher for the Final Course
Grade.
Grading scale: 90% and above: A
80% and above: B
70% and above: C
60% and above: D
below 60%:
F
3. Maintenance of Student Records:
TESTS: I will try to return your tests and go over them within one week of the time when
the test was administered. You will return your tests to me after you have reviewed them.
I will keep them in my office for at least one quarter following the class.
In Class Quizzes, Individual & Group Work, and Daily Assignments: I will return this
work to you for your review and records as soon as possible after it has been graded.
Grade Books: I retain the Gradebook indefinitely following the class.
Length of keeping tests: I keep all TESTS for at least one quarter.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING PROGRAM
Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement of teaching
and learning. You may be asked to help us to accomplish this objective. For example,
you may be asked to respond to surveys or questionnaires. In other cases, tests or
assignments you are required to do for this course may be shared with faculty and used
for assessment purposes.
USE OF STUDENT WORK
By enrolling in classes offered by Metropolitan Community College, the student gives the
College license to mark on, modify, and retain the work as may be required by the
process of instruction, as described in the course syllabus. The institution shall not have
the right to use the work in any other manner without the written consent of the
student(s).
INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
Attendance Policy
Class attendance is REQUIRED. The student must make up all work that is missed.
Attendance is one of the most important factors in any class. Excessive unexplained
absences will result in an Instructor Withdrawal (IW) or failing grade (F). Absences DO
NOT alter what is expected of you. Material presented in class is not necessarily in the
textbook.
Expected Classroom Behavior
The basic idea is for any student who wishes to learn to have that opportunity.
Questions are part of learning. Questions are valuable. Be respectful of your classmates.
However, there should be no side conversations when the class as a unit is trying to learn
a topic. If you have questions, please feel free to jump in and ask your question. If you
really need to talk to a classmate about math, please wait until break or until we do small
group activities.
Class Participation
I expect students to actively participate in the learning process. It is not unusual for every
student to be called upon for some contribution. I will try to watch to see if you have
questions, but otherwise raise your hand. If you are very shy, let me know.
Sometimes we will be working in pairs or small groups.
Tests will be given individually, with closed book and no notes.
Disruptive Classroom Behavior
If you need to enter or leave the classroom when class is in session, please do so quietly
and unobtrusively. It is distracting to the instructor and to the students to have this occur
frequently, but we all understand emergencies.
Lengthy classes may mean students or instructors need food or water. In classes lasting
more than an hour and a half, there will be breaks, but if in addition you wish drink, it
should be in a container with a lid, to avoid spills. If you bring food into the classroom, you
should bring an amount obviously enough for everyone, and then clearly offer to share.
Cell phones are to be put on silent or else turned off.
Notice: This syllabus is written as an expectation of class topics, learning activities, and
expected learning outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to make changes
in this schedule that may result in enhanced or more effective learning for students. These
modifications will not substantially change the intent or objectives of this course, and will
be done within the policies and guidelines of Metropolitan Community College.
COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS
When you communicate with others in this course, you must follow the Student Code of
Conduct (http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/studentinformation.asp), which calls for
responsible and cooperative behavior. Please think critically, ask questions, and
challenge ideas, but also show respect for the opinions of others, respond to them
politely, and maintain the confidentiality of thoughts expressed in the class. You may also
wish to review information at http://www.albion.com/netiquette/.
ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT
Students are reminded that materials they use as sources for classwork may be subject
to copyright protection. Additional information about copyright is provided on the library
website at http://www.mccneb.edu/library or by your instructor. In response to incidents of
student dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, etc.), the College imposes specific actions that
may include receiving a failing grade on a test, failure in the course, suspension from the
College, or dismissal from the College. Disciplinary procedures are available in the
Advising/Counseling Centers or at http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/V4_Student_Conduct_and_Discipline.pdf.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL
If you cannot complete this course, you should officially withdraw by calling Central
Registration, (402) 457-5231 or 1-800-228-9553. Failure to officially withdraw will result in
either an attendance related failure (FX), or failing (F) grade. The last day date that you
may withdraw is February 12th, 2011.
An attendance related failure means that a student has not attended class for two
consecutive weeks, nor has that student completed course work within the due dates
listed on the course calendar within any two week time frame. At this time I stop grading
assignments and an FX will be your final grade.
A student will receive a grade of F if completed course work is incomplete, late or
accumulated grades earned are below 60% of one’s final grade.
Students who attend no class meetings up to December 14th, 2010 will be disenrolled
from the class and a grade of WX will be assigned. There is no appeal for this
disenrollment.
LEARNING SUPPORT
MCC's Academic Resource Centers, Math Centers, and Writing Centers
Offer friendly, supportive learning environments that can help students achieve
educational success. Staff members in these centers provide free drop-in assistance with
basic computing, reading, math, and writing skills. Self-paced, computer-assisted
instructional support in reading, vocabulary, typing, English as a Second Language, and
online course orientation is also available.
Detailed information about the Academic Resource, Math, and Writing Centers is in the
Student Handbook, College Catalog, and online at http://www.mccneb.edu/arc/.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
If you have a disability that may substantially limit your ability to participate in this class,
please contact a Disability Support Services Counselor located in the Student Services
Office on each campus. Metropolitan Community College will provide reasonable
accommodations for persons with documented qualifying disabilities. However, it is the
student’s responsibility to request accommodations. For further information, please visit
http://www.mccneb.edu/dss/ and/or contact Student Services.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
By using the information technology systems at MCC (including the computer systems and
phones), you acknowledge and consent to the conditions of use as set forth in the
Metropolitan Community College Procedures Memorandum on Acceptable Use of
Information Technology and Resources. It is your responsibility as a student to be familiar
with these procedures. The full text of the Procedures Memorandum may be found at the
following website: http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/X15_Technology_Resources_Use.pdf.
PROJECTED SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS:
NOTICE: This syllabus sets forth a tentative schedule of class topics, learning activities, and expected
learning outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to modify this schedule to enhance
learning for students. Any modifications will not substantially change the intent or objectives of this
course and will conform to the policies and guidelines of Metropolitan Community College.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
11/29
No Class
12/6
Section 11.3
12/13
Review Section 11.7
12/20
Section 12.3
12/27
No Class
1/3
Section 12.5
1/10
Test 2 - 12.1 to 13.2
1/17
No Class
1/24
Section 13.9
1/31 - 13.3 to 14.1
TEST 3
2/7
Section 14.5
2/14 - 14.1 to 14.7
TEST 4
2/21
Section 15.3
2/28
Last Day
11/30
No Class
12/7
Section 11.4
12/14
Section 12.1
12/21
Section 12.4
12/28
No Class
1/4
Section 13.1
1/11
Section 13.3
1/18
Section 13.6
1/25
Section 13.10
2/1
Section 14.2
2/8
Section 14.6
2/15
Section 14.8
2/22
Section 15.4
12/1 First Day
Section 11.1
12/8
Section 11.5
12/15
Test 1 – 11.1 to 11.7
12/22
No Class
12/29
No Class
1/5
Section 13.2
1/12
Section 13.4
1/19
Section 13.7
1/26
Section 14.1
2/2
Section 14.3
2/9
Section 14.7
2/16
Section 15.1
2/23
Review
12/2
Sections 11.2
12/9
Section 11.6
12/16
Section 12.2
12/23
No Class
12/30
No Class
1/6
Review
1/13
Section 13.5
1/20
Section 13.8
1/27
Review
2/3
Section 14.4
2/10
Review
2/17
Section 15.2
2/24 - 14.6 to 15.4
TEST 5
2010/11 Winter Quarter Important Dates
Classes Begin ………………...………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………December 1st (W)
Last class day before holiday recess………………………………………………………………………………………………………..December 21st (T)
Holiday recess (College Closed)…………………………………………………………………………………………December 24-January 2nd (F-SU)
Student Withdrawal Deadline for “W” Grade……………………………………………………………………………………………Varies by Class*
Classes Resume…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...........January 3rd (M)
Spring General Registration Begins …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. January 12th (W)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Recess/College Closed……………………………………………………………………………………… January 17th (M)
Winter Quarter Graduation Application Deadline ………………………………………………………………………………………February 1st .(T)
Fall Quarter Incomplete “I” Grades Due…………………………………………………………………………………………………….February 18th (F)
Last Day of Winter Classes……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..February 28th (M)
Grades Due and Posted to WebAdvisor by 5:00 p.m. .......................................................................................March 2nd (W)
* To view the Last Day for a student to withdraw “drop” a class go to the class schedule found on line at http://www.mccneb.edu/schedule/classschedule.asp
. Then, find the course section and click on the Important Dates link next to the course. The refund withdraw dates for each course section are
automatically calculated based on the start and end dates and the number of sessions for a course. A student must withdraw by this date to avoid being
assigned a grade of “F”.
Important Dates
Last Day to Withdraw refers to grades only.
REFUND POLICIES for Credit Courses
A student is responsible for withdrawing “dropping” from a course(s) if unable to attend. Non-attendance or non-payment does not relieve a student from
the obligation to pay. To withdraw “drop” from a course log on to WebAdvisor https://webadvisor.mccneb.edu and click “Register and Drop Sections”.
An official schedule change that reduces or terminates a student’s academic credit load may entitle the student to a refund. The eligibility and amount of a
refund is automatically calculated by the date of the withdrawal. A student may see the refund percentage received through midnight of the same day by
logging into WebAdvisor and clicking on the Tuition Refund Calculator. Note: Schedule changes may have implications for students on Financial
Aid. Check with the Financial Aid Office prior to any schedule changes at 457-2330.