MATHS 166: Calculus 2 (4)

Syllabus

1.        Prerequisite: MATHS 165

 

2.      Course Description: Standard techniques of integration, applications of the integral, sequences and series, indeterminate forms, and numerical methods. Includes the use of graphing calculators and computer software.

 

3.      Course Objectives: This course continues the study of calculus, which begins in MATHS 165. Additional theory, techniques, and applications support the new mathematical concepts developed in this course. Applications to a wide variety of fields will be stressed to enhance the student’s appreciation and ability to apply the techniques of calculus to solve problems in the real world.

 

4.      Course Rationale: This course continues the study of calculus, which begins in MATHS 165. Students planning to major in mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry, or a related subject need this sequence.

 

5.       Course Content: The topics to be covered are listed in the course description. They constitute the standard second semester calculus course offered by nearly every college and university. The students are expected to attend class regularly and to study the material and examples in the text as well as those presented in class.

 

It is expected that the student will master and utilize a graphing calculator and the computer algebra system Mathematica. Relevant portions of the Departmental Mathematica Tutorial will be incorporated into the course.  Additional applications of Mathematica will be included.  The program Mathematica, as well as the Departmental Mathematica Tutorial and sample Mathematica labs, are available on any Departmental lab computer. 

 

6.        Course Format: The standard modes of instruction will include individual and group projects, including three required group computer projects common to every section of the course.

 

7.        Methods of Evaluating Student Performance: Course grades are determined primarily by student performance on tests, quizzes, and projects, as well as possibly homework and class participation. The evaluation and weight of these various components are at the discretion of the individual instructor.

 

8.        Evaluation of the Course: The instruction in the course is evaluated by departmental student evaluations and peer evaluations. The course is periodically reviewed, evaluated, and revised by the Departmental Undergraduate Programs Committee.

 

Revised by M. Karls, Fall 2005