Math 231, Calculus I, Fall 2010
M 12:20 - 2:15 1S-218 (Section 6933)
W 12:20 - 2:15 1S-115 (Section 6933)
| Instructor: | Joseph Maher |
| Office: | 1S-222 |
| Office hours: | M 4:30-5:30, W 3:30-5:30 |
| Webpage: | http://www.math.csi.cuny.edu/~maher/teaching |
| Email: | joseph.maher@csi.cuny.edu |
| Phone: | (718) 982-3623 |
Important Dates (http://www.csi.cuny.edu/currentstudents/academiccalendars/)
Text: Calculus - Early transendentals, by Rogawski.
Syllabus: Syllabus (http://www.math.csi.cuny.edu/~maher/teaching/2010_fall-c1/syllabus/index.html).
Homework: Homework will consist of webworks, and other homework assigned in class, quizzes, etc. Answers to odd-numbered exercises are in the back of the book. I highly recommend working jointly on homework problems with fellow students. The homework problems in bold on the syllabus/schedule have matching Webwork problems, which must be submitted online.
Webworks: Webworks (http://www.math.csi.cuny.edu/webwork2/Math231_6933_Maher_F10/) Webwork is a free online system that provides individualized homework problems, gives immediate feedback, and allows you to correct mistakes until the due date. After the due date, you can see detailed solutions online. Webwork is required in this course, and it is a major part of your grade.
Exams: There will be three exams during the semester and a final exam at the end of the semester. You must take the final exam at the time scheduled by the university.
- Exam 1: Mon 27 Sep
- Exam 2: Wed 27 Oct
- Exam 3: Mon 22 Nov
- Final: Common final: Thursday 16th December, 1:30pm - 3:30pm, 1S-102
Grading: The course grade will be determined as follows: 20% Webwork and other assignments + 50% Exams + 30% Final Exam. Without exception you must pass the exams to pass this course. You must take the final exams at the time scheduled by the university.
Method of Study: Optimal Method of Study: (1.) Come to class (attendance is mandatory). (2.) Read the relevant sections after class. (3.) Do the homework. (4.) Compare your solutions with other students. (5.) Come to office hours or the help room with any remaining questions.
Help: Email is the best way to contact me. Come and see me during my office hours! Free math tutoring is also available (http://www.math.csi.cuny.edu/Students/Tutoring/index.html).
Attendance: Attendance is mandatory.