My job is to help you to succeed in this class. I will be happy to discuss issues related to this course (or anything mathematical) in person or via email. In addition to the normal office hours listed above, alternative meeting time may be arranged (please give me at least 48hr advanced notice).
This is the first course in the calculus sequence. We will focus on basic calculus concepts involving functions of one variable: limits, derivatives, and integrals. In this course, conceptual understanding is paramount, but mathematical rigor will be kept to the minimum.
Participation in in-class discussions and activities is an important part of the learning process. Therefore, class attendance is expected and recorded.
Please be respectful of other people in the classroom and use common sense. In particular,
More detailed code of conduct will be drafted and discussed collectively on the first day of class.
Scientific calculators or equivalent software programs can be helpful in doing homework problems. According to AUM Mathematics Department Calculator Policy, students are required to have a graphing calculator (TI-84 is recommended). The use of such calculators may be required for certain homework problems. However, all the quizzes and exams are designed so that no calculator will be needed. Therefore, calculators or any smart devices with Internet capabilities are not allowed on any of the quizzes and exams.
Short in-class quizzes are designed to test our understanding of the material discussed in the previous weeks. Slightly longer online quizzes (via Blackboard system) serve a similar purpose. These quizzes will be a major part of your course grade. Since the solutions may be released on the same day, no makeup quiz will be offered. However, a missing quiz may be replaced by an online quiz, if proper justifications are given. Otherwise, a missing quiz receives a score of zero.
Worksheet problems will also be assigned in class. Since these must be completed in class, no makeup worksheets will be offered. However, a missing worksheet may be excused if valid reasons (official university events, illness or medical emergencies, death of immediate family, military orders, jury duty, religious holidays, or extreme weather conditions) and proper documentation are provided (preferably in advance). Otherwise, a missing worksheet receives a score of zero.
The continuous assessment is a long test that is designed to test your mastery of all the basic mathematical skills covered in this course. You can take it multiple times. The highest score you earn will be recorded. More detailed instruction on this will be given in class.
Final exam, designed to test your overall understanding of the core concepts, will take place on Monday Dec. 4 at 10:45 AM.
Your final grade is determined according to your overall performance of homework, projects, quizzes, and the final exam, and is calculated according to the following weights:
| Component | Points | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Worksheets | 10% | In-class |
| Continuous assessment | 20% | In-class |
| Quizzes | 60% | In-class/Blackboard |
| Final exam | 10% | In-class |
AUM COVID-19 updates. Please follow guidelines detailed in the AUM pandemic plan relating to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Technology equipment expectation. Access to computers and stable Internet connection are expected. Students who do not have their own equipment can use AUM open labs including labs found in the first floor of the Taylor center and the second floor of the library.
Syllabus contingency plan. Should the Alabama Department of Public Health, the Governor, or Chancellor determine the university discontinue face-to-face (in-person) instruction in the interest of safety, this course would be converted to a virtual-only format. If normal class and/or lab activities are disrupted due to illness, emergency, or crisis situation (such as a COVID-19 outbreak), the syllabus and other course plans and assignments may be modified to allow completion of the course. If this occurs, an addendum to the syllabus and/or course assignments will replace the original materials.
In case the instructor cannot attend due to COVID-related matter, a back-up instructor will be arranged by the Department of Mathematics.
Academic dishonesty. Cheating of any kind will not be tolerated. In particular, you cannot copy (totally or partially) someone else’s solutions or allow someone else to copy your solutions on quizzes or exams. If you do, you will receive an “F” in the course. Please consult Student Handbook for additional guidelines.
Disability accommodations. Students who need accommodations are asked to arrange a meeting during office hours to discuss your accommodations. If you have a conflict with my office hours, an alternate time can be arranged. To set up this meeting, please contact me by e-mail. If you have not registered for accommodation services through the Center for Disability Services (CDS), but need accommodations, make an appointment with CDS, 147 Taylor Center, or call 334-244-3631 or e-mail CDS at cds@aum.edu
Academic support. Student Success Advising in the WASC can be scheduled through Advisor Trac, email at wasc@aum.edu, or by calling our front desk at 334.244.3230. ISL: Tutoring appointments can be scheduled online by filling out the form at http://www.aum.edu/tutoringapp.
Student privacy policy. The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, (FERPA) requires institutions receiving federal monies to protect the privacy of students’ educational records. For details go to the AUM’s FERPA website: http://www.aum.edu/academics/Registrars-office