Introductory Notes

We will cover the majority of Chapters 1 through 5, 6.1 and 6.2, as well as some supplemental
materials. By the completion of the course you will be able to demonstrate the following skills:

• For each of the functions:
      – Linear
      – Quadratic (as well as some polynomial and power)
      – Exponential
      – Logarithmic
you will be able to take any one of the representations: Data Table, Graph, Formula,
and use technology or algebraic manipulation to generate the other two.

• Additionally, you will recognize and derive the relationship between each function and
Contextual Applications relevant to that function.

• You w ill be able to use the graphing calculator to help you analyze complex functions, derive
formulas from data, and perform various calculus–related analyses on a function.

• You will demonstrate your understanding of the derivative through (correct) numerical
approximation, graphical means, symbolic manipulation, and contextual application.

• You will understand the relationship between limits, continuity, and differentiability.

• You will be able to apply the derivative in situations involving local linearity (e.g. L'hospital's Rule), and implicit differentiation (e.g. inverse function derivatives).

• You will solve application problems involving graphing, related rates, and optimization
targeting the fields of business and life science. You will be able to reason the correct calculus
based or algebraic means of solving problems in these and related subjects.

 

Materials:

A TI–84 (TI-83+) graphing calculator is required for this course. Other graphing calculators may perform the same functions and may be acceptable but see me about this. If you have a TI–89, TI–92, or other technology that can perform symbolic manipulations you amynot be allowed to use it on some forms of assessment.

Prerequisite:

Math 120 or equivalent with C or better, or appropriate score on placement test. Math 130 is recommended.

Important Details:
     1) If you plan to take Math 242 , Math 130 is a prerequisite – so take it before you take M241.

     2) This course is designed (and transfers for) Life science and Business majors. Do not take this
         course if you are a Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or Math major.

     3) Transfer: UC, CSU (B4)

 

Required Text:

Waner, Stefan, and Steven R. Costenoble. Applied Calculus. 4th ed. Belmont: Thomson, 2007. (white cover, Not the one with the roller coaster).

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Help:

For online resources check out my Help page

Tutoring:

The Learning Center (TLC) is a good resource for free tutoring in all of your classes.
You should visit TLC at the slightest sign of confusion or just as a place to sit and work in a
supportive environment.

Think seriously about joining MESA. If you have any interest in Mathematics, Engineering, or Science you may wish to join MESA and make use of their tutoring and counseling services.

Tutorials for the TI-83/84 are available online and on DVD in the TLC.

Assistance:

In Coordination with the DSP&S office, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified students with disabilities. If you have an accommodation letter, please meet with me during my office hours to discuss your needs. For more information, please contact the DSP&S office in building 2 at 738-4280.

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Grading Information

Assignments (homework, classwork, quizzes) (30%)

3 – 5 Tests (50%)

Final (20%)

I will drop your worst test score (Not the final). There will be no makeup tests. If you are late for a test you will have only the remaining time to complete the test (so don't be late). If you know you are going to miss a test date, contact me at least three days in advance and we can arrange an alternate test to be taken in advance of the class test date. I will excuse two homework quizzes and one week-long assignment set (or drop your lowest score if you submit all of them). I will give quizzes often. I
will drop your worst quiz. There will be no makeup quizzes.