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Math 181.1002: Calculus I
Fall 2014
Instructor: Swatee Naik
E-mail: [email protected]
Office: DMSC 316
Tel: (775) 784 6020
Class meetings: MW 4-5:15 in WRB 2030, and mandatory recitation sessions on Tuesdays and
Thursdays as shown on MyNevada
Office Hours: MW 12:30-2 and by appointment
Email hours: Sun-Thurs a student email sent before 8 p.m. will be answered the same day
before 11 p.m.
Required Material and Access:
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Textbook: Stewart, James; Single Variable Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 7th ed.
Cengage Learning, 2011. ISBN: 978-0-538-49867-8.
Your textbook is available as a printed copy with an online access code, through the Nevada
Wolf Shop, or electronically on WebAssign as described below.
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WebAssign: Log on to http://www.webassign.net and log on using your course key
which is:
unr 2131 0394
The first time, you will need the access code that you received with the printed copy of
the textbook, or a credit card to purchase the access that includes an online version of the
textbook.
You have the option of purchasing a “Lifetime of Edition” access or a “Single Term” access to
WebAssign. It is highly recommended that you purchase a “Lifetime of Edition” access. The
same book and software is used in Math 182, Calculus II, and can also be used if you need to
repeat 181. Call the customer service for Web Assign at (800) 955-8275 if help is needed.
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A Scientific Calculator: You will need a scientific calculator for exams. You can get one
for under $10. A common choice is the TI-30X II S.
No graphing calculators, PDA’s, phones, or any other electronic equipment is allowed on exams.
You may use any online graphing utility to graph functions when doing your homework.
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Course Description from the UNR catalog: Fundamental concepts of analytic geometry and
calculus; functions, graphs, limits, derivatives and integrals.
A course grade of C- or better in MATH 181 would allow students to enroll in MATH 182,
Calculus II.
Prerequisite: MATH 127R or MATH 128 with a “C-” or better or an ACT score of 28 or an
SAT score of 630.
This course satisfies the university core mathematics requirement, and meets the Core Objective
CO2. Quantitative Reasoning.
Brief description of learning objective: Students will be able to apply quantitative reasoning and
mathematical analysis methodologies to understand and solve problems.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and terminology of limits through
applications and examples;
Compute the derivative of a function using the definition, rules of differentiation, slopes
of tangent lines, and describe it as a rate of change in a number of natural and physical
phenomena;
Compute basic integrals using Riemann sums as well as the Fundamental Theorem of
Calculus.
Topics covered:
Tangents and velocity
Limit and continuity of a function
Limits at infinity
Derivative, rate of change
Derivatives of polynomials, exponential, trigonometric and logarithmic functions
Product and quotient rules
Chain rule, implicit differentiation
Exponential growth and decay
Related rates, Linear approximations, Differentials
The Mean Value Theorem
L’Hospital’s rule
Curve sketching, Optimization
Antiderivatives
Area and distance, Sigma notation
Definite integral
The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
Indefinite integral
Substitution rule
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Required Work:
Online Homework (30% of your grade): Homework is online and available through
WebAssign, with due dates as indicated. You have 3 tries on a typical homework problem. Start
early and be sure to get 100% on all homework.
Online Quizzes: (5% of your grade): Quizzes are online and also available through WebAssign
with indicated due dates. A typical quiz problem allows only ONE attempt. You will not be able
to begin a quiz until you have completed a substantial amount of homework for that week.
Leave sufficient time to complete a quiz AFTER you complete homework due that week,
Mid-term tests: (45% of your grade; 15% each): There will be three tests total, on Thursday,
September 25 (in your recitation classroom at your recitation time), Wednesday, October 22
(in Lecture class) and Thursday (recitation class) November 20, 2014, respectively.
Final Exam: (20% of your grade): The required comprehensive final exam is scheduled for
December 15, 2014, 2:45 p.m. -4:45 p.m. in WRB 2030.
You must bring a picture ID for all tests. Tests include multiple choice questions and
require Scantron form 882-E.
No Make-up Exams: Make-ups or early exams are not permitted. If you miss an exam because
of a valid documented emergency, your final exam score may be used to replace the missing
exam at the teacher’s discretion.
Grading: Grades will be based upon your performance on homework, quizzes, mid-term tests
and final exam with percentage weights indicated in parentheses. The following scale will be
used to determine letter grades:
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
D
DF
91–100%
89–90.9%
87–88.9%
80–86.9%
78–79.9%
76–77.9%
70–75.9%
63–69.9%
60–62.9%
below 60%
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Other class policies:
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Academic Dishonesty: Cheating, plagiarism or otherwise obtaining grades under false pretenses
constitute academic dishonesty according to the code of this university. Academic dishonesty
will not be tolerated and penalties can include canceling a student's enrollment without a grade,
giving an F for the course or for the assignment. For more details, see the University of Nevada,
Reno General Catalog.
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Statement of Disability Services: Any student with a disability needing academic adjustments
or accommodations is requested to speak with the Disability Resource Center (Thompson
Building, Suite 101) as soon as possible to arrange for appropriate accommodations.
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Statement on Audio and Video Recording: Surreptitious or covert video-taping of class or
unauthorized audio recording of class is prohibited by law and by Board of Regents policy. This
class may be videotaped or audio recorded only with the written permission of the instructor. In
order to accommodate students with disabilities, some students may be given permission to
record class lectures and discussions. Therefore, students should understand that their comments
during class may be recorded.
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Academic Success Services: Your student fees cover usage of the Math Center (775) 7844422, Tutoring Center (775) 784-6801, and University Writing Center (775) 784-6030. These
centers support your classroom learning; it is your responsibility to take advantage of their
services. Keep in mind that seeking help outside of class is the sign of a responsible and
successful student."
Tentative Class Schedule
Day
Date
Sections, Material due
Monday
Aug 25
2.1, 2.2
Wednesday
Aug 27
2.2, 2.3
Monday
Sep 1
Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, 11:59 pm
Sep 2
DUE: HW 2.1-2-3
Wednesday
Sep 3
2.5
Thursday
Sep 4
Last Day to Drop with 100% refund
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Sep 7
DUE: HW 2.5, Quiz 1
Monday
Sep 8
2.6, 2.7
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Wednesday
Sep 10
2.7, 2.8
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Sep 14
DUE: HW 2.6-7-8, Quiz 2
Monday
Sep 15
3.1, 3.2
Wednesday
Sep 17
3.2, 3.3
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Sep 21
DUE: HW 3.1-2-3, Quiz 3
Monday
Sep 22
3.4
Wednesday
Sep 24
Review for Exam 1
Thursday
Sep 25
Test 1 (in recitation class)
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Sep 28
DUE: HW 3.4
Monday
Sep 29
3.5, 3.6
Wednesday
Oct 01
3.6, 3.8
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Oct 05
DUE: HW 3.5-6, Quiz 4
Monday
Oct 06
3.8, 3.9
Wednesday
Oct 08
3.9, 3.10
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Oct 12
DUE: HW 3.8-9-10
Monday
Oct 13
4.1, 4.2
Wednesday
Oct 15
4.2, 4.3
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Oct 19
DUE: HW 4.1-2, Quiz 5
Monday
Oct 20
Review for Exam #2
Day
Date
Sections, Material due
Tuesday, 11:59pm
Oct 21
DUE: HW 4.3
Wednesday
Oct 22
Exam 2 (in lecture class)
Monday
Oct 27
4.4
Wednesday
Oct 29
4.5
TBA
TBA
Final drop with W, no refund
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Nov 02
DUE: HW 4.4-5
Monday
Nov 03
4.7
Wednesday
Nov 05
4.9
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Nov 09
DUE: HW 4.7,9; Quiz 6
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Monday
Nov 10
Appendix E, 5.1
Wednesday
Nov 13
5.1
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Nov 16
DUE: HW 5.1
Monday
Nov 17
5.2
Wednesday
Nov 19
Review for Exam 3, DUE: HW 5.2
Thursday
Nov 20
Exam 3 (in recitation class)
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Nov 23
DUE: Quiz 7
Monday
Nov 24
5.3
Wednesday
26
5.4
Thursday -Friday
27-28
Thanksgiving holiday
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Nov 30
DUE: HW 5.3
Monday
Dec 01
5.4
Wednesday
Dec 03
5.5
Sunday, 11:59 pm
Dec 07
DUE: HW 5.4-5
Monday
Dec 08
Review for the FINAL EXAM
Wednesday
Dec 10 (Prep Day)
No Classes
Monday, 2:45-4:45
Dec 15
Final Exam
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