3110 Mustang Road Alvin, TX 77511-4898 Phone: 281-756-3500
MATH-2414 Calculus II
Syllabus Spring 2016
INSTRUCTOR:
OFFICE:
OFFICE
HOURS:
WEBSITE:
Dr. Sosina Peterson
E-MAIL:
[email protected]
D258
PHONE:
281-756-3674
Monday, Wednesday 9-9:30 (at GDH) & 10-11 & 12:50-1:20 ,
Tuesday, Thursday 10:10– 11 & 12:50-2:00, Friday 9-11 (at GDH)
www.alvincollege.edu
A.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is a continuation of MATH 2413. Topics covered include differentiation and integration of
hyperbolic and inverse trigonometric functions, techniques of integration, sequences and series, and
applications such as the area between curves. Graphing calculators (TI-83/84 or comparable) are
recommended.
B. PREREQUISITES
Students enrolling in this course must have passed MATH 2413 or have departmental approval.
C. REQUIRED MATERIALS
a) Textbook: (required): Calculus, 10th edition by Larson and Edwards. ISBN 978-1-285-05709-5 For
current information on the textbook and other course materials, including details about how you can order
your book online and have it delivered to you, visit the ACC College Store's Web page .
b) Graphing Calculator:
TI 83, TI 83 Plus, TI 83 Silver Edition or TI 84, TI 84 Plus or TI 84 Silver Edition
recommended. TI 82 not recommended. Prohibited Calculators are TI-89, TI-91, TI-92, or any calculator
with a QWERTY keyboard. Ask me if you are unsure your calculator will be permitted. Neither cell phones
nor PDA's or other electronic devices can be used as calculators during the tests. Calculators must be
cleared before tests. Calculators cannot be shared.
D. COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR INSTRUCTOR
E-mail is the preferred method of communication with your instructor. My ACC email is
[email protected] . You can also call me at 281-756-3674. Please leave your first and last name,
class name (MW 2:30pm College Algebra), your phone number or e-mail address and the reason of the contact
and I will get back to you as soon as I can, within 24 hours.
E. INSTUCTOR GUIDELINES AND POLICES
Attendance:
 Regular attendance in class is expected. If an absence is unavoidable, the student is responsible for completing
all work missed during the absence. Any work missed and not subsequently completed will affect the grade of
the student regardless of the reason for the absence.
 Attendance is taken each class period. It is student’s responsibility to sign in on the attendance sheet each day.
Forgetting to sign in will count as absence.
 Coming late or leaving early for more than 10 minutes will be considered as tardy. Being tardy for three times
will count as one day absence.
 Missing more than 6 hours of this class (two weeks) without contacting instructor in advance will result in a
failing grade. If you stop attending class and do not officially withdraw from the class before April 19, you
will receive the grade “F” for the course. See withdrawal policy below.
Homework/quizzes/group assignments: 10%
Homework problems will be assigned during each class. Homework is not graded however the next class we may
have a quiz on it. Some of the quizzes may be given as group assignments. The quiz questions will be selected from
that week’s homework questions. Quizzes and group assignments can be given during any class without
announcement. There will be no makeup quizzes or group assignments. The lowest quiz grade will be dropped
instead.
Website: Step-by-step solutions to odd-numbered exercises are available at http://www.calcchat.com/. No
purchase or account is necessary. http://www.larsoncalculus.com/calc10/
http://www.calcchat.com/book/Calculus-10e/
Examinations: 80%
There will be three chapter tests, and a comprehensive final exam. They are worth 20% each and will be taken on
the assigned dates in the classroom. The chapter tests dates and sections will be announced in the class the week
before the test. The chapter test dates given below are tentative, subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.
The final exam date is given by the college and cannot be changed.
It is student’s responsibility to have the right kind of pencil, calculator and an eraser during each class, including the
test days. The instructor will not provide it. Cell phones or other electronic devices cannot be used as a calculator.
See the calculator section for more.
Make-up/Late Work:
There will be no make-ups, retests or early testing. The grade of any missed test or other assignment will be zero.
The final exam grade will be used to replace the grade of the lowest chapter test score. Missing the final exam
will result in grade “ F” in the course regardless of scores on other assignments/tests. Contact me if you have
any concerns or questions.
Writing assignment: 5%
This assignment must be submitted before the due date: April 21. MORE
INFORMATION ABOUT THE WRITING ASSIGNMENT WILL BE PROVIDED later and posted on
MyBlackBoard.
End of Course Exam (EOC): 5%
It is a departmental assessment exam that is administered online at the end of the semester to all college algebra
students at ACC. This assignment is administered through MyBackboard. EOC consists of 10 questions and the
time limit for the exam is 45 minutes. Last day to complete the EOC is Dec 12th. EOC is not the same as the “final
exam”.
OBJECTIVES TESTED FOR END OF COURSE EXAM
 Find the volume of a solid of revolution
 Identify an integral to calculate the arc length of a function
 Evaluate a given integral
 Find the sum of a series
 Determine the interval of convergence of a series
 Create the Taylor series for a function
 Find the limit at infinity of a given function
 Find the Taylor polynomial for a given function
 Find a power series for a function
 Determine the area of the region bound by functions
Classroom Behavior:
It is expected that students will behave in a mature and courteous manner. Disruptive behavior during class will not
be tolerated. Students are expected to be attentive, take notes, ask pertinent questions, arrive on time and not leave
until the class is dismissed. Conflicts which arise between the scheduled class time and the student's personal
schedule must be resolved by the student.
Any disturbance, including but not limited to talking excessively, being disrespectful to other students or the
instructor, regardless the reason, using any electronic devices other than calculators (IPODs, laptops, cell phones,
cameras, recorders ...etc) without advance agreement with the instructor, not participating in class activities, doing
work for another class, doing the homework in class, warrants dismissal of the student from the class. If dismissed, it
will count as absence and the grade of the test or other in class assignment that day will be zero.
Cell phones and beepers must be turned off and put away during the class. Contact me in advance if you have any
special circumstances or concerns. Any student who takes out a cell phone during the test will be dismissed for the
day and the grade on the test will be zero.
F. GRADE DETERMINATION:
Your grade will be determined by
the following
Homework/Quizzes /group
assignments
Details
Pop-up in class quizzes
Percent of Final Average
10%
Chapter tests
Three in class chapter tests, 20% each
60%
Final Exam
Comprehensive May 12
Bring a scantron
20%
End of the course Exam
Comprehensive Due: May 12
(online through MyBlackboard)
5%
Writing Assignment
Due date: April 21
More information on MyBlackBoard
Total:
5%
100%
G. SEMESTER AVERAGE CALULATION:
.2T1 + .2T2 + .2T3 + .1MLH + .05WA + .05EOC + .20FE = Course average
H. LETTER GRADE CALCULATION
Final Average (point total)
89.5 – 100
79.5 – 89.4
69.5 - 79.4
59.5 – 69.4
59.4 & below
Letter Grade
A
B
C
D
F
I.
INCOMPLETE
No “I” grades will be given except for extreme circumstances. An incomplete grade (“I”) is only given when a
course is nearly completed. If an “I” grade is assigned and the course work is not completed by the pre-arranged
time limit, this grade will automatically convert to an “F”.
J.
WITHDRAWING FROM CLASS/COLLEGE
It is recommended that the student talk to the instructor before withdrawing. Current course withdrawal
information can be found in the printed version of the ACC Schedule for this semester or online at ACC Course
Withdrawal Instructions. Students who file withdrawal requests by the published deadline and have not
exceeded the withdrawal maximum will receive a grade of W.
Six Drop Limit
The Texas Legislature passed a ruling that limits the number of classes a student can drop during their years as
an undergraduate student to six. This policy applies to any student who was a first time college freshmen fall,
2007, or later, who attends a Texas public institution of higher education. Courses dropped while attending a
Total:
private or out of state college do not count toward the six drop limit. For further information, refer to the ACC
Catalog or contact Student Services.
K. GRADE APPEAL PROCESS
Students have one year from the date of the grade assignment to challenge a grade. Refer to the grade appeal
process as published in the ACC Catalog at http://www.alvincollege.edu/Programs-Degrees/Course-Catalogs.
L. CLASS ATTENDANCE POLICY
Alvin Community College students are required to attend classes. If an absence is unavoidable, the student is
responsible for completing all work missed during the absence. Instructors will not withdraw students for nonattendance, except in developmental courses. Absences in excess of two weeks are to be reported to the Office
of Advising Services, along with appropriate recommendations. Departments and faculty may have other
attendance policies for their course.
M. CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND HONESTY
Alvin Community College students are members of an institution dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge through
a formalized program of instruction and learning. At the heart of this endeavor, lie the core values of academic
integrity which include honesty, truth, and freedom from lies and fraud. Because personal integrity is important
in all aspects of life, students at Alvin Community College are expected to conduct themselves with honesty and
integrity both in and out of the classroom. Incidents of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and students
guilty of such conduct are subject to severe disciplinary measures.
N. CLASSROOM PROTOCOL
It is the right of each student to participate in his or her learning, and it is the responsibility of each student to
not interfere with the learning of other students. It is the expectation of the college that each student assumes the
responsibility to follow college policies and procedures governing classroom conduct on campus and online.
This information is published in the ACC Student Handbook on page 42.
O. EVALUATION OF INSTRUCTION
Alvin Community College is dedicated to student success. As part of its ongoing improvement efforts, students
will provide input for each course prior to the end of the semester enrolled. Evaluations will be completed in
either online or paper format as directed by the Office of Institutional Effectiveness & Research.
P. ACC ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES
The ACC Tutoring/Learning Lab, located upstairs in building A, provides students with a variety of services
including tutoring (math, writing, and other disciplines); computers and printers; and tables/carrels. Call 281756-3566 or visit the ACC Tutoring/Learning Lab Website for more information.
The ACC Library is an excellent source for research and writing help. Quiet rooms are available for studying
and doing class work. For more information, visit the ACC Library Website or call 281-756-3559.
ACC Counseling Services assist students with issues that may negatively impact academic success. To contact a
counselor, call the office of Advising Services at 281-756-353.
Americans with Disabilities Act
ACC complies with ADA and 504 Federal guidelines by affording equal access to individuals who are seeking
an education. Students who have a disability and would like classroom accommodations must register first with
the Office of Disability Services, A 136, or call 281-756-3533. Instructors are not able to provide
accommodations until the proper process has been followed.
Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) – The Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) at Alvin Community College
is committed to improving community safety. College faculty, staff, students and community members may
communicate safety concerns to the BIT team by email, [email protected] or through an electronic
reporting option located on the BIT page of the college website.
MY Blackboard support can be obtained by completing the Online Support Form.
WEBACCESS, Passwords or ACC Computer Lab Information: If you experience problems with
WebACCess, please call the Help Desk at 281-756-3544 or email [email protected].
Q. MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING AND SUICIDE PREVENTION SERVICES
As a student, you may experience a range of challenges that can interfere with learning, such as strained
relationships, increased anxiety, substance use, feeling down, difficulty concentrating, and/or lack of
motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may diminish your academic performance and/or
reduce your ability to participate in daily activities. Advising services employs two Licensed Professional
Counselors who can assist students with issues that negatively impact academic success. Consultation and
referrals are confidential. The Counseling Referral form is located at:
http://www.alvincollege.edu/CounselingServices.aspx
Emergencies:
If you or someone you know at ACC feels overwhelmed, hopeless, depressed, and/or is thinking about dying by
suicide, supportive services are available by requests at the Enrollment Services Center or by calling 281-7563531, ask for a Counselor. You may also call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255. This is a
24 hour, toll free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crises or emotional
distress. If, however, you or someone you know is in an immediate crisis, go to the nearest Emergency Room,
or call 911.
R. DISCLAIMER
(The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus as needed and will notify the students of any changes
using the e-mail that was used to create MyMathLab account or using MyMathLab announcements.
TENTATIVE INTRUCTIONAL OUTLINE
Note that this is a tentative schedule and subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.
Important dates:
Feb 3 Census Date
Test 1
Date: Feb 16
March 14-18
Spring Break
March 25- 28
Spring Holiday
Test 2
Date: March 24
Withdrawal deadline: Apr
19
Writing assignment due
date: Apr 21
Test 3
Date: April 28
Chapters/Topics
Chapter 5
5.6 Inverse Trigonometric Functions:
Differentiation
5.7 Inverse Trigonometric Functions: Integration
5.8 Hyperbolic Functions
Chapter 7
7.1 Area of a Region Between Two Curves
7.2 Volume: The Disk Method
7.3 Volume: The Volume Method
7.4 Arc Length and Surfaces of Revolution
8.1 Basic Integration Rules
8.2 Integration by Parts
8.3 Trigonometric Integrals
8.4 Trigonometric Substitution
8.5 Partial Fractions
8.6 Integration by Tables and Other Integration Techniques
8.7 Indeterminate Forms and L’Hospital’s Rule
8.8 Improper Integrals
9.1 Sequences
9.2 Series and Convergence
9.3 The Integral Test and p-Series
9.4 Comparisons of Series
9.5 Alternating Series
9.6 The Ratio and Root Tests
9.7 Taylor Polynomials and
9.8 Power Series
9.9 Representation of Functions by Power Series
9.10 Taylor and Maclaurin Series
10.1 Conics and Calculus
10.2 Plane Curves and Parametric Equations
10.3 Parametric Equations and Calculus
10.4 Polar Coordinates and Polar Graphs
Final Exam
Comprehensive Chapters 5, 7, 8, 9, 10
Date: May 12
End of the course exam” (not the same as “final exam”) is due May 12 on MyBlackboard. 5% of the grade.