Math 107 Calculus I, Spring 1999
Section 31 5:05-6:55 MW Sci 112
Instructor: Dr. Z. Zeng, Office: Sci 204H, Phone: 773-794-6518
email: zzeng@neiu.edu
Web site: http://www.neiu.edu/~zzeng/math107.htm
Office hours: 10:00-12:00am, 2:00-3:00pm Wed., 9:40-11:20am TR
Prereq: Math 106 with grade A, B, or C
Text: Calculus, Single Variable
Hughes-Hallett Gleason, et al. 2nd edition,
John Wiley and Sons.
Calculator: TI-85 graphing calculator is required. If you want to
use other types of calculator, you need permission from
the instructor.
Course Introduction to Analytic Geometry, limits and derivatives,
Description applications, integration, fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
Cource Students will
Objectives 1. Develop the ability to use graphical numerical and
and algebraic reasoning in the analysis of mathematical
problems
2. Gain deeper understanding of the elementary functions
and improve algebraic and trigonometric skills.
3. Master the terminology, concepts and methodology of
differential and integral calculus
4. Be able to differentiate functions constructed from
elementary functions
5. Be able to use the derivative and integral to set up
and solve mathematical models from verbal descriptions
6. Improve communication skills by writing up problem
solutions and participating in class discussions
Method Lectures, question and answer sessions, moderated individ-
of Instruction ual and group problem solving sessions, hand-in problem
assignments, regular use of technology in and out of the
classroom.
Homework: Homework assignment will be announced at end of each
class and posted on the website. Homework will be
collected at the beginning of every class meeting
and will be graded. Late homework will NOT be accepted
but four worst scores will be dropped. At the end
the semester, your homework percentage could be used as
a substitute for the worst midterm exam.
Exams: There will be three one-hour midterm exams (Feb. 8,
March 8 and April 12) counted 100 points each. The worst
score may be replaced by homework percentage.
A comprehensive Final Exam will be on Mon., May 3,
6:00-7:50pm and will be counted for 200 points.
Method Evaluation of your performance in the course is based on
of Evaluation three mid-term exams (100 points each), homework (100
points), and the Final Exam (200 points). With the lowest
score among the mid-term exams and homework being dropped,
The total number of points is 500. The scale of grading:
90-100% (450-500 pts): A, 80-89%(400-449 pts): B,
65-79% (325-399 pts): C, 55-64%(275-324 pts): D
*Exams and homework will be essay-type. That is, they will require written
answers involving problem solutions or answers to specific questions about
the subject matter.
Free tutoring is available. The room and time will be announced.
Department secretaries will not give out final grades. Please do not ask.
Friday, March 19 is the last day to drop this class