Calculus II
MATH 201 Sections 10 & 907
Spring 2024
  4 lecture hours, 4 credits
 
Section 10: TR 3:30-5:15,   Harris 2108
Section 907: TR  5:30-7:15,  Harris 2101
SYLLABUS
Virginia Commonwealth University

INSTRUCTOR:
  Richard Hammack Office: Harris 4166
  E-mail: rhammack@vcu.edu
Office hours:
  Phone: (804) 828-6237 (Note: VCU does not provide voicemail)
Web page:
www.people.vcu.edu/~rhammack/
Tuesdays: 2:00-3:00
Thursdays: 2:00-3:00
  Course web page: www.people.vcu.edu/~rhammack/Math201/
and by appointment.

PREREQUISITES:
 

MATH 200 (Calculus I) with a minimum grade of C.


MATH 200 is the second part of a two-semester introductory calculus sequence course at VCU for students majoring in the mathematical sciences, the physical sciences, the biological sciences, and engineering. MATH 201 continues the study of the integral calculus, with applications, and covers the theory of infinite series and power series, as well as parametric and polar coordinates. This involves chapters 6, 8, 10, 11 and 12 in the textbook. (Course Catalog Description: Applications of differentiation and integration. Selected topics in analytic geometry. Infinite series.)

LEARNING OUTCOMES
  At the end of the course you should be able to do the following.
  • Use integration in several different applications.
  • Apply different integration techniques.
  • Graph and perform calculus on parametric and polar equations.
  • Understand sequences and series; apply tests to determine if a sequence converges or diverges.
  • Understand how to approximate a function using a power series
TEXTBOOK:
 

You have three options for getting a text:

  • You can purchase a hard-copy of the text: Calculus: Early Transcendentals, by Briggs, Cochran, & Gillett, 3rd edition,   ISBN 978-0134763644
  • If you have a MyMathLab subscription for the above text, it already has an e-copy of the textbook.
  • If you do not have MyMathLab, you can purchase one and use the e-copy of the textbook. Just go to the Canvas page for this course, click on the "MyMathLab and Mastering" link on the left, and follow the prompts.

COURSE WEBPAGE:
  Course materials are on my Calculus II page (NOT on Canvas). Go to www.people.vcu.edu/~rhammack/Math201/ Here you will find links to:
  • Course Calendar (Schedule of coverage, assignments, and dates of quizzes & tests)
  • Syllabus
  • Exercise List (A list of odd-numbered exercises from the textbook that you should do for practice. Answers are at the end of each chapter.)
  • Test Archive (An archive of old tests and quizzes that I have given in Calculus II, with solutions.)
CALCULATOR & SOFTWARE:
                   You are NOT required to have a calculator in this course. You are free to use a calculator in doing the practice exercises, but calculators are NOT allowed on quizzes and exams. The same goes for software. We will NOT use any software in class. Expect pencil and paper.

HOMEWORK:
  I will neither collect nor grade homework. You are responsible for working enough exercises to be ready for the quizzes and tests. For each section we cover, please either do the exercises on the Exercise List, or work the homework problems assigned on MyMathLab.

GRADED WORK:
 
  • Tests: There are two tests. Test questions will be similar to quiz questions. Tests will be approximately 50 minutes, with the remaining class time used for review or new material.
  • Quizzes: There are frequent short quizzes (usually two per week). Quiz questions will be similar to exercises on the Exercise List or MyMathLab homework assignments.
  • Final Exam: The final exam is cumulative, potentially including any topic discussed in lectures.
  • Engagement: You are expected to be intellectually and positively engaged in the course.
GRADING CRITERIA:
 
The 10-point grading scale is used:
 A: 90100    (Clear mastery of material)
 B: 8089    (Ready for Calculus III)
 C: 7079    (Pass, but not prepared for higher math)
 D: 6069    (Marginal pass)
 F: 059    (Insufficient progress)
Your final average will be computed as follows:
Quiz average: 24%
Test 1 24%
Test 2 24%
Engagement:
3%
Final Exam grade 25%

DROPPED SCORES
  Your five lowest quiz grades will be dropped. Your final exam grade, if higher than your lowest test grade, will replace that grade.

HOW TO STUDY FOR THIS COURSE:
  You can do well in calculus if you study and practice daily. Many ideas in calculus can take some time to sink in; you will not learn them instantaneously.  The key is to take a few small steps each day. (Attempting big steps only once per week---or worse, only before a test---is a recipe for failure.)  Here are some tips for this course:
  • Consult the Course Calendar often. See what textbook sections are referenced  Read the sections actively, with pencil and paper. Check details
  • Consult the Exercise List or MyMathLab homework assignments, and work the indicated exercises until you obtain fluency.
  • I do not take attendance, but attendance is strongly encouraged. In missing a class you may also miss valuable insights, practice and experience. Miss class at your own risk.
  • Depending on your learning style, working in study groups can be helpful. However, be ready to do the quizzes and tests on your own!
  • Let me know if you have any questions.
COURSE POLICIES:
 
  • Attendance: Attendance is not normally taken. You are responsible for all material covered in lectures.
  • The instructor may administratively drop or withdraw from the course any student who has not attended class and/or who has not submitted any assignments for four consecutive weeks.
  • If the instructor has questions about the work on any quiz or exam, he may request a meeting to discuss the issues before returning the graded work.
  • Important: All exams and quizzes are on campus & in-person.
  • Devices: While attending class meetings, you are expected to be connected with the course and course material. All devices not related to coursework (phones, etc.) should be put away for the entire duration of any class. Smart Watches or Wearables that are voice or data connected (i.e. iOS and/or Android enabled devices such as an Apple Watch) are not permitted during quizzes and exams. Violation will be considered an honor offense.
  • Make-up work:
    • Quizzes: Under normal circumstances I do not give make-up quizzes. I will drop at least five of your lowest quiz grades. If you miss a quiz, it will count as a dropped grade (up to the number of dropped quiz grades).
    • Tests: I will consider a makeup test if you have a documented reason for missing it. The request must be made on or before the day of the test. The makeup test will be taken on campus (not remotely). 
    • Final Exam: The final exam cannot be given early. If you miss the final exam because of a documented illness or emergency, then I can give you a grade of incomplete (I) for the course and you will have to make up the final exam by the date set by the University.
  • Honor System: Any instance of cheating is considered an honor offense and is dealt with according to University policy.
  • You are expected to work lots of extra problems for practice.
LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW OR REQUEST PASS/FAIL: Friday March 29

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