Contents
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TEXTBOOK
Calculus, Early Transcendentals, by Jon Rogawski, W. H. Freeman.
We will cover chapters 2 through 5 in MATH 180. A brief description of the material covered each week is given in the weekly schedule below.
You are expected to read the textbook before the classroom discussion of each topic, as indicated on the schedule of homework and reading assignments.
HOMEWORK
The course homework for Math 180 will be done on WebAssign, a web-based homework system with problems from our text. This program provides feedback and keeps a record of your work. See Resources for WebAssign help.
Many of the problems assigned for course homework are web versions of problems in your textbook. Your instructor may assign additional problems as well.
After your own first attempt, you are encouraged to discuss homework problems with your fellow students. Working together makes the explanation of approaches and solutions a part of the process and helps you learn. This is good practice for quizzes and exams where your goal is to find solutions and to communicate your ideas in a convincing manner.
MATH LEARNING CENTER
The Math Learning Center (MSLC) is located in SEO 430. It is a spacious and comfortable place to study. Staff will be available during its hours of operation to assist students with Math 180. You should visit the center and get to know different TAs and peer tutors that can provide you with instant help.
GRADES
The course grade is based on the total number of points from hour exams, homework, quizzes, and the final exam. Students are expected to be present for all exams. Makeup exams will only be given in case of a verifiable emergency or a formal request by the UIC atheletic department. Do not schedule travel on an exam date.
| Homework and quizzes | 100 points total | Details determined by your instructor |
| Two Hour Exams | 100 points each | On Oct. 2 and Nov. 13, at your regular class time |
| Final Exam | 200 points | Thursday, Dec. 10 from 1pm to 3pm |
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Here is a brief overview of the material we will cover each week. (See also: detailed schedule)
| WEEK | SECTIONS | BRIEF DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.1 - 2.3 | Functions and limits |
| 2 | 2.4 - 2.6 | Continuity, algebraic and trig limits |
| 3 | 2.7 - 2.8 | Intermediate values, definition of limit |
| 4 | 3.1 - 3.3 | The derivative as a function, basic rules |
| 5 | 3.4 - 3.6 | Rate of change, Higher derivatives, trig functions |
| 6 | Catch-up, Review, Exam | |
| 7 | 3.7 - 3.10 | The chain rule, implicit and inverse functions, exp and log |
| 8 | 3.11 - 4.2 | Related rates, linear approximation, extrema |
| 9 | 4.3 - 4.5 | The mean value theorem, graphing |
| 10 | 4.6 - 4.7 | Optimization, aplications |
| 11 | 4.7 - 5.1 | Applications, antiderivatives and area |
| 12 | Catch-up,, Review, Exam | |
| 13 | 5.2 - 5.3 | The definite integral, the Fundemental Theorem of Calculus |
| 14 | 5.6+ | Techniques of integration: substitution and some further examples |
| 15 | Examples and Review | |
| 16 | Final Exam: Thursday, Dec 10, 1:00 -- 3:00 PM |
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Students with disabilities who require special accommodations for access and participation in this course must be registered with the Office of Disability Services (ODS). Students who need exam accommodations must contact ODS in the first week of the term to arrange a meeting with a Disability Specialist.
Please contact ODS at 312/413-2183 (voice) or 312/413-0123 (TTY).
