Mat 170 Abkernsspring 2019
Mat 170 Abkernsspring 2019
Course Description
MAT 170 Calculus I 4-0-4
The first semester of a multi-semester sequence of differential and integral calculus. Topics include limits,
derivatives, considered algebraically, symbolically and graphically; differentials and their use as
approximations, the indefinite and definite integrals, inverse functions, logarithmic and exponential
functions, symbolic and numeric methods of integration. Appropriate for math majors and students in
partner disciplines requiring understanding of fundamental principles of calculus, with emphasis on
deductive reasoning and proof. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or above in MAT 140 or high school Pre-Calculus,
placement by academic advisor, or permission of Instructor. General Education: M.
2. Final Exam –
There will be a final exam given during the last scheduled day of class. It will be cumulative and worth
200 points. Students with an 85 or higher overall average will not be required to take the final exam and
will receive the appropriate letter grade based on your current average. If you are not required to take
the final but take it anyway, your grade can only improve. The final course grade will be determined by
whichever is higher, the overall course average or the final exam grade. For example, if your overall
course grade is a 75 and you earn a 90 on the final, then your final course grade will be a 90. Any
student with less than an 85 is required to take the final, and anyone required to take the final that does
not do so will fail the course.
3. Homework –
Homework will be assigned at the end of every class and will be discussed during the next class session.
The homework will not be collected and will not count in your overall grade; however, most quizzes will
follow exactly from the homework problems. You should plan to complete each assignment.
Homework should be thought of as practice in order to learn the material and to do well on quizzes and
exams.
4. Quizzes –
There will be 5 quizzes given throughout the semester with one being about every other week. Quizzes
will be announced ahead of time in class and will be administered at the end of the class session on the
date announced. THERE WILL BE NO MAKEUP QUIZZES GIVEN FOR ANY REASON.
7. Extra Help –
If you find yourself struggling at any point during the course, please see me immediately! Be sure to
come to office hours for extra help. If you cannot make it during the posted office hours, please see me
after class or email me to make an appointment. The sooner you seek help the better!! You can also
take advantage of the Math Lab located in the Evans Library for additional tutoring services.
Chapter Topic
1 Preparation for Calculus
1.1 Graphs and Models
1.2 Linear Models and Rates of Change
1.3 Functions and Their Graphs
1.4 Fitting Models to Data
1.5 Inverse Functions
1.6 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Exam #1 (will cover Chapter 1)
2 Limits and Their Properties
2.1 A Preview of Calculus
2.2 Finding Limits Graphically and Numerically
2.3 Evaluating Limits Analytically
2.4 Continuity and One-Sided Limits
2.5 Infinite Limits
Exam #2 (will cover Chapter 2)
3 Differentiation
3.1 The Derivative and the Tangent Line Problem
3.2 Basic Differentiation Rules and Rates of Change
3.3 Product and Quotient Rules and Higher-Order Derivatives
3.4 The Chain Rule
3.5 Implicit Differentiation
3.6 Derivatives of Inverse Functions
3.7 Related Rates
3.8 Newton’s Method
Exam #3 (will cover Chapter 3)
4 Applications of Differentiation
4.1 Extrema on an Interval
4.2 Rolle’s Theorem and The Mean Value Theorem
4.3 Increasing and Decreasing Functions and the First Derivative Test
4.4 Concavity and the Second Derivative Test
4.5 Limits at Infinity
4.6 A Summary of Curve Sketching
4.7 Optimization Problems
4.8 Differentials
Exam #4 (will cover Chapter 4)
5 Integration
5.1 Antiderivatives and Indefinite Integration
5.2 Area
5.3 Riemann Sums and Definite Integrals
5.4 The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
5.5 Integration By Substitution
5.6 Numerical Integration
5.7 The Natural Logarithmic Function: Integration
5.8 Inverse Trigonometric Functions: Integration
5.9 Hyperbolic Functions
Exam #5 (will cover Chapter 5)
R Review
Final Exam (will cover Chapters 1-5)
Grading Method
Numerical grades will be calculated by dividing the total points earned by the total points possible.
Exams 400 Points (4 best scores, 100 points each, worth 67% of your grade)
Quizzes 200 Points (5 quizzes, 40 points each, worth 33% of your grade)
Total 600 Points
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Final 200 Points
Final course grade will be determined by the higher average between the exams and quizzes versus the
final exam.
Grading Scale
A 537-600
B 477-536
C 417-476
D 357-416
F 0-356
Attendance Policy
Attendance is an important part of the learning process. As such, you should attend the full class every
day. There is a direct correlation between attendance and your grade. Without regular attendance, it is
difficult to succeed in this class and you may miss important announcements regarding course material
and exams and quizzes. Students are expected to attend class in a regular and punctual manner. If you
miss class, it is your responsibility to get any missed work. Anyone attaining perfect attendance for the
entire semester will receive 20 extra credit points added on to their final points total for the class.
Students with Disabilities Policy:
Fulton-Montgomery Community College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations,
including core services, to qualified students with disabilities. For additional information, go to:
http://www.fmcc.edu/admissions/students-with-disabilities/
FM Sustainability Statement
The Sustainability Committee at FM looks for opportunities across campus that would reduce waste;
maximize our energy efficiency; and minimize the College’s impact on the environment. The committee
also looks for opportunities to foster awareness and education of sustainability efforts; large and
small. Sustainability efforts at FM look to involve as many constituent groups on campus and in the local
community as possible.
Disclaimer
All policies and subsections of this syllabus are subject to change and revision at the instructor’s
discretion. I reserve the right to implement missed tests and quizzes on a case-by-case basis. If you are
diligent with your work and attend lecture on a regular basis and participate actively in class, then I may
allow missed work to be made up. You may come to me and discuss your individual situation to see
whether it merits a make-up item or not. If you are habitually absent and are not performing well in
class, then the likelihood of you being allowed to make-up any material missed will be severely limited.
Again, this will be decided on a case-by-case, individual basis.