Mathematics/Computer Science

MAT 2150 hybred Calculus with Applications

Instructor: Mrs. Linda M. HaferSemester: Fall '09
Class Location: 1237 Oxendine Science BuildingTime: 7:45 - 8:50 MWF

Description
This course is required for Biology and Business majors and is not open to Mathematics majors. It will include the study of functions of one variable, derivatibes, integrals and their applicaitons to the Biological Sciences and Business. Special attention will be given to exponential functions with respect to growth and decay applications. PREREQ: MAT 1070 OR MAT 1090 or equivalent. (A good understanding of algebra is a must for this class.)

Goals
*Initiate student-faculty contact
*Cooperate among fellow students
*Participate in active learning
*Spend time on task
*Exemplify high expectations
*Respect diverse talents and ways of learning

Objectives
Each student will demonstrate and understanding of the fundamental properties of the following:
*Functions
*Derivatives
*Techniques of differentiation
*Applications of derivatives
*Exponential and natural logarithm functions
*Applications of exponential and natural logarithm functions
*Definite integrals
*Techniques of intergration
*Applications of definite integrals

General Education Objectives
Foster the ability to analyze and weigh evidence
Exercise quantitative and scientific skills
Make informed decisions
Write and speak clearly
Think critically and creatively
*Apply mathematical principles, concepts, and skills to meet personal and career demands
*Demonstrate knowledge of the purpose, methods, and principles of scientific inquiry
*Better understand self and environment through knowledge of scientific principles and concepts
*Demonstrate knowledge of the effects of technology upon the physical and human environment

Course Materials
Textbook(s)
Calculus with Applications Brief Version, Ninth Edition
Other
Homework Notebook
Pencils
Blue or black (not red) fine point marker for graphing

Course Resource Links
Assignments
InterAct Math Tutorial Web Site

Grading Policy
Since this is a 4 hour course and we will only be meeting 3 hours a week, some of the course will have to be done outside of class time. If you have questions over any of the homework assignments, please email me with the section and problem number by 11:00 am on the class day following the day they were assigned. I will work those problems on the SMART Board in the classroom from 11:15 - 11:30 each class day and then post them on blackboard. You are more than welcome to attend during that time, especially if you want to hear what I have to say while working the problems. To make up for the hour we are missing each week, I will not be answering questions over the homework during class time. Of course, you may come by my office with questions anytime that I'm there.

Another opportunity you have to make up the time we are shorted is by attending one or more of the three weekly SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION sessions. SI is a free service offered by the Center for Academic Excellence, available to all students in this course section. SI is intended to provide additional help in understanding course material. An SI leader will be present in class each day, and will hold 3 regularly scheduled sessions each week to go over material covered in class. The session times and days will be decided during the first week of classes in order to best meet the needs of the students. The SI leader for this course is Jessica Sherrill. Her contact information is on blackboard.

The lowest 100-point chapter test score will be dropped. A practice of giving make-up tests is not made. If a student knows that he or she will be absent the day of a test, he or she may take the test before the given day. If a make-up test is given, it will be much harder than the original test and must be made up before the following chapter test is given. No make-up tests will be given after the last class day. Each student is only allowed one make up test per course per semester. If every student in the class is present the day of the test, each student will receive 2 bonus points on the given test.

The lowest 10-point random pop quiz score will be dropped. No pop quiz may be made up.

The 100-point Final Exam will be given Friday, December 11, 8:00 - 10:30 a.m.

The last day to drop this class with a "W" grade is Monday, October 19.

A Blackboard website will be utilized in this class.

Grade Components
 Name 
 Weight 
  Subject
Test 1
100 points
 Chapter R, Chapter 1, and Chapter 2
Test 2
100 points
 Chapter 3 and Chapter 4
Test 3
100 points
 Chapter 5 and Chapter 6
Test 4
100 points
 Chapter 7 and Chapter 8
Pop Quizzes
100 points*
 random pop quizzes

Final Grades
 A: 90-100  B+: 88  C+: 78  D+: 68  F: 0-54  
 A-: 89  B: 80-87  C: 70-77  D: 60-67      
     B-: 79  C-: 69  D-: 55-59      

Attendance Policy
Each students should arrive on time and prepared for class.
Do not attend class if you are going to sleep through any part of it.

Student Conduct & Honor Code
The UNCP Academic Honor Code will be strictly observed in this class.

Any behaviors that disrupt the teaching and/or educational process will not be tolerated. If a student displays such behavior, the student will be asked to leave the classroom for the remaining class period. If the disruptive behavior continues, the Office for Academic Affairs will be asked to administratively withdraw the student from the class.

Disruptive behavior is defined as repeated, continuous, and/or other multiple student behaviors that hamper the ability of instructors to teach and students to learn. Examples include, but are not limited to:
* Eating in class
* Failing to respect the rights of other students
* Talking when the instructor is speaking
* Constant questions or interruptions
* Overt inattentiveness
* Creating excessive noise
* Entering class late or leaving early
* Use of pagers or cell phones in the classroom
**There will be absolutely no electronic communications devices used in the classroom to include texting during class - sending or receiving All cell phones must be turned off and stored in a purse or backpack (not in a pocket).

Extreme examples include, but are not limited to:
* Use of profanity or pejorative language
* Intoxication
* Verbal abuse
* Harassment
* Threats to harm oneself or others
* Physical violence

Conditions attributed to physical or psychological disabilities are not considered a legitimate excuse for disruptive behavior.

Office Location and Phone Number
1228 Oxendine Science Building
910-521-6256

Office Hours
9:00 - 10:00, 10:30 - 11:30 MF, 12:30-1:30, W; by appointment TR

Email Address
linda.hafer@UNCP.edu

Other Information
The University Writing Center, located in 131 Dial, will assist UNCP students with any writing assignment. The center will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday. Appointments are not necessary, although they are encouraged. Students may make appointments by calling 521-6168.

The use of university computers as well as E-mail and Internet communication is for university-related business only.

Any student with a documented disability needing academic adjustments is requested to speak directly to Disability Support Services and the instructor, as early in the semester as possible (preferably within the first week). All discussions will remain confidential. Please contact Mary Helen Walker, Disability Support Services, DF Lowry Building, 521-6695.

This publication is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contact Mary Helen Walker, Disability Support Services, DF Lowry Building, 521-6695.

For the Emergency Information Hotline, phone 521-6888.


The instructor reserves the right to change or modify any of the above conditions.

Updated April 28, 2009 | linda.hafer@UNCP.edu | Copyright © 2009 The University of North Carolina at Pembroke