Math 202.02 - Calculus II - Spring 2008
Tu., Thur.: 5 - 7 pm in Holmes 104
(new room)
Dr. Howard Skogman
202 Albert W. Brown Building - phone: 395-2046
email: hskogman@brockport.edu
office hours:
M. 9:30-11:30, Tu, Thur. 1-2
or by appointment
Textbook: Calculus
Early Transcendentals, 6th Ed. by Stewart (Click on link for additional materials)
Click
here for homwework assignments
Click
here for the link to the Webwork website for this class (your
id is similar to your Brockport email e.g. hsko0612 or hskog1 and your initial
password is your student id number) if the link does not work- enter the website directly as http://hosted.webwork.rochester.edu/webwork2/SUNY_Brockport_Math324/
Information on the first computer assignment.
Information on the second computer assignment.
Tentative schedule:
| 1 | Review integration | 1-2 weeks | Chapter 5 |
| 2 |
Applications of integration | 2 weeks | Chapter 6 |
| 3 |
Techniques of integrations | 3 weeks | Chapter 7 |
| 4 | More applications of integration | 2 weeks | Chapter 8 |
| 5 | Parametric eqs./polar coordinates | 2 weeks | Chapter 10 |
| 6 |
Infinite sequences and series | 4 weeks | Chapter 11 |
Course Description: This course focuses on applications and techniques of integration, and parametrizing curves as well as polar coordinates. We will also delve into the fascinating topic of infinite series, including power and Taylor series. We will also discuss historical approaches and the historical motivation for calculus.
Prerequisites: The pre-requisite for this course is Calculus I (MTH201) or equivalent. It is assumed that you are comfortable with all of the topics and material presented in this course (note that it is not sufficient to simply use a calculator- these will not be allowed for exams or homework).In particular, it is assumed that you are familiar with limits, derivatives and basic integrals (definite and indefinite). It is expected that you understand the definitions, meanings, usages, graphical interpretations, etc. of all of the above. It is also expected that you are able to differentiate, or integrate various families of functions such as f(x)=x^n (where n is a positive integer, negative integer, or even a rational number), polynomial and rational functions (a polynomial divided by a polynomial), trignometric functions, exponential functions, and logarithmic functions.
Attendance Policy: I follow the official College attendance policy. In particular if your unexcused absences exceed 15% of the classes (that is 4 classes), you are subject to a failing grade, regardless of your scores on exams, homework, and quizzes. Each unexcused absence above two will result in your grade being lowered one step. To avoid an unexcused absence you must contact me in person, by phone, or by email prior to the missed class. In addition, you are responsible for obtaining the notes, and any announcements made during the missed class.
Grading: Your grade will be composed of 15% homework and
quizzes, 5% computer projects, 25% for each of two 90 minute exams, and 30% for the
final exam.
Homework and quizzes: Each week there will
be either a homework to be turned in and a quiz. The quizzes will be
online using WebWorks. You will be able to attempt them from the
beginning of a given week until the end. You will be able to attempt
these quizzes numerous times but all attempts must be made before
the given deadline. You may work on the homework together
however
everyone must turn in their own homeworks. This means you may not copy
a solution from someone else but you may discuss the solutions
together.
Homeworks must be relatively neat and should include all of your
work.You may not work with each other on the quizzes. Any incident of
academic dishonesty will be dealt with severely as discussed in Your Right to
Know & Academic Policies Handbook, 2007-2008. It is
recommended that you form small study groups to review notes, discuss
problems, and study for exams.
Computer Projects: There will be a few computer projects that will be assigned
throughout the semester. For these projects you will use Maple to do
the same sorts of calculations we do in class, though they can be much
more computational.
Exams: There will be two 90 minute exams
as well as a final exam. The exams will be on Thur. 2/21, and Thur. 4/3. The date of final exam is to be determined, thus make sure you are available throughout finals week (5/12-5/16). The final exam will be cumulative and the same final will be given to all sections of Calculus II. There will be no make-up exams. In the
event class is canceled on one of the exam days, the exam will be given
during the next class.
Reading assignments: Reading assignments
will be given each class to prepare for the next lecture. It is
expected that you will read the sections and know the definitions,
theorems, and at least a rough idea of the material. I do not assume
you will completely understand the material before class, however it is
important that you
get an idea of what will be presented.
Academic Integrity: Academic dishonesty is a major violation of College policy and it is not tolerated. It can result in a range of disciplinary actions including failure of the course, suspension, and dismissal from the College. A written report of the the incident is filed in the student's permanent file.
Students with Special Needs: Students with documented disabilities may be entitled to specific accommodations. SUNY Brockport's Office for Students with Disabilities makes this determination. Please contact the Office for Students with Disabilities at 395-5409 or osdoffic@brockport.edu to inquire about obtaining an official letter to the course instructor detailing approved accommodations. The student is responsible for providing the course instructor with an official letter. Faculty work as a team with the Office for Students with Disabilities to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
Drops and withdrawals: The last day to add classes is 2/4 (late add Friday 2/15), the last day to drop a course is Monday 2/25, the last day to withdraw from a course is Friday 4/11, without permission and 4/25 with permission (it is very difficult to get permission).
Course Web site: There will be a course web site (found at www.acs.brockport.edu/~hskogman) which will contain homework assignments (which will also be announced in class) and any other announcements or handouts (as well as this syllabus).