MATH 185 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY & CALCULUS – Spring 2009
T-TH 7:30 – 10:00 AM Sec. 6318502
PREREQUISITE: Math 180 (C or better) or equivalent.
INSTRUCTOR: Joseph Yorba
OFFICE: Rm U82
OFFICE HOURS: MTWH (10:00 – 10:30 AM)
MW (1:00 – 1:30 PM)
PHONE: (714) 628-4948
MW (4:00 – 4:30 PM)
TH (7:00 – 7:30 AM)
TEXTBOOK: Calculus Early Transcendentals, 6th Ed., Stewart, James.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Math 185 is a study of the applications of the definite integral,
integration techniques, conics, polar coordinates, indeterminate forms, and infinite series.
LECTURES: Lectures (5 hours per week) will be given on sections of the text according to the
attached schedule.
HOMEWORK: Homework will be assigned at the end of each class meeting. Assigned
homework problems will be discussed at the next class meeting. Compare your answers with
those in the back of the book or the solutions manual. Be prepared to ask questions on any
problems that you do not understand. The homework will be collected the day of the test, and
selected problems will be graded. Homework will constitute 10% of your total grade
(approximately one test grade). Homework is to be done on 8 ½” by 11” paper. Your name, the
text section, and the page number are to be written on each assignment. Problems are to be
numbered and written down in consecutive order on the paper with all work neatly shown. No
work no credit. The answer to each problem is to be clearly indicated. Late homework may be
accepted for partial credit depending on the reason and lateness of work.
TESTS and QUIZZES: There will be 4 tests given on the assigned dates, see the attached
schedule (the instructor may change these dates if necessary). There will be no make up tests,
except under extreme circumstances (hospitalization or family death). The tests will make up
70% of the total grade.
FINAL EXAM: A comprehensive final will be given during the final exam week; it is worth 20% of
your total grade.
ATTENDANCE: Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class. Students are
expected to be prompt and attend the entire class. If you are late, please do not disrupt the
class when you enter the classroom, and be sure to notify me before leaving that day. You are
responsible for any announcements that you miss. I suggest you find a partner in the class to
contact if you have to miss class. If you decide to drop the class it is your responsibility to turn
in a drop card to the Admissions Office. Students with excessive absences (9 or more hours)
will be dropped by the instructor.
CALCULATORS: A TI 83+ Graphics Calculator is required (a TI 86 is also acceptable). You
can purchase one at the bookstore or local office supply stores in the area.
MESSAGES: Telephone me at (714) 628-4948. Please leave a message and how I can contact
you, or e-mail me at yorba_joe@sccollege.edu.
GRADES: Homework
Tests
Final
10%
70%
20%
100% - 90%
89% - 80%
79% - 70%
69% - 60%
59% - 0%
A
B
C
D
F
ACADEMIC HONESTY: Students that cheat, attempt to cheat, or willingly give information
during a test will receive a grade of zero for the test. Any student who has previously received a
grade of zero for cheating on a test will receive a grade of “F” in the course for a second
offense.
HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS CLASS: It is suggested that you read the sections in
advance (see attached schedule). This will familiarize you with new terms and concepts prior to
my lecture. Give yourself plenty of time outside of class (a minimum of 10 hours per week) to
review your notes, read the text, work homework problems, and study. If possible, find at least
one other person in the class with whom you can study. Never get behind! Keep a positive
attitude!
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABILITIES: Students with verifiable disabilities who want to
request academic accommodations are responsible for notifying their instructor and Disabled
Students Programs and Service (DSPS) as early as possible in the semester. To arrange
accommodations, contact DSPS by phone at (714) 628-4860, or (714) 639-9742 (TTY), or stop
by the DSPS Center in E-105.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: As a result of completing Mathematics 185, the student
will be able to:
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Choose and apply appropriate integration techniques
Apply Calculus techniques using polar and parametric equations
Find and apply power series representations of functions and determine possible errors
Model and solve problems including areas, volume, work and elementary differential
equations.
MATH STUDY HALL (MaSH) REGISTRATION: The MaSH is a service provided by SCC that
gives students a chance to supplement the learning done in the classroom. There will always be
a math faculty member, instructional aides, and student workers on duty to assist you. There
are also computers where students can access mathematical software, or do work for their online math class. MaSH is located in rooms U-78, 79, and 80 (enter through U-80). The hours of
operation for Spring 2009 are Monday thru Thursday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, and Saturday 9:00
am to 3:00 pm.
To use the MaSH, you must register for Math 083L. This is a 0.2 unit class that will cost
$4 (resident) for the entire semester. You can register for the MaSH when you register for
classes or just go to admissions on the ground floor of the E building. Once registered, you can
enter and exit the MaSH at any time during hours of operation. When you enter you will slide
your student ID card or type in your student ID number at the MaSH sign in computer (no SSN).
When you leave you will sign out the same way. Signing out is very important, as you may lose
the hours you put in if you do not sign in and/or out appropriately.
Math 083L is a credit/no credit class. To receive credit for the class you must complete 9
hours during the semester. We track this information through the sign in computer, so it is very
important to sign in/out every time you use the MaSH.
If you have any questions please contact Darlene Ornelas at 628-4958.