Math 1325.1501 Calculus for Business (Online) Spring 2018 Lone Star College-North Harris Instructor: Ellen Turnell Office Phone: 281-618-5761 Web Page: http://nhmath.lonestar.edu/faculty/turnelle/1325/1325.htm or Google EllenTurnell E-Mail: ellen.turnell@lonestar.edu Office Location: North Harris-Winship 115 Office Hours (face to face): By appointment Office Hours (online): I will also be available online other times, including weekends. I check e-mail many times a day. This would be the best way to make an appointment for help. I have lots of technology available that will allow us to chat in real-time, allow you to watch and listen to me work out a problem, send you notes, etc. In this world of technology, there is no excuse not to get a question answered in 24-48 hours. Required Course Materials: WebAssign Account: All homework will be completed using WebAssign, which in an online homework management system. 1. Go to www.webassign.net. 2. Click on I have a class key and enter: lonestar.northharris 2828 3357 3. Then follow the steps on your screen to set up your WebAssign account to get registered for this course. You will be purchasing access to the e-book, homework problems, and much more. The cost is $100. You may use it FREE for 2 weeks no need to wait for that next pay check!!! Please make sure you enter your student Lone Star College student ID number in the appropriate spot in the set up screen. You are purchasing access to this text: Title of book is Applied Calculus for the Managerial, Life, and Social Sciences, 9 th edition Scientific Calculator: A scientific calculator is necessary for this course. However, graphing calculators will NOT be allowed on any of the exams. Computer Access: Computer with internet access. Ability to fax/scan/e-mail legible papers. Evaluation Instruments: Four major tests will be given during the semester. The exams must be completed in a District- Approved testing center. The exams are pencil-and-paper (NOT on the computer) and require you to show all work for full credit. The exams will have no time-limit. You MUST e-mail me where and when you take each exam. Homework will be assigned through WebAssign. Comprehensive Final Exam Calculation of Grade: Your Final exam can replace your lowest test. (4 Tests + Average of Homework + Final Exam) 6 OR (3 Highest Tests + Average of Homework + 2*Final Exam) 6 Please note that Homework counts the same as a test! Dropping Students from Course: I reserve the right to drop any student that has 1. Less than a 50 average on homework any time after the first 3 weeks of class. 2. 4 or more zeros on homework assignments.
Letter Grade Assignment: Final Average in Percent=Letter Grade 90% - 100% = A 80% - 89% = B 70% - 79% = C 60% - 69% = D Below 60% = F Calendar: Start date of Semester: Tuesday, Jan. 17 Due Date (Midnight of last day is cut-off.) Assignment Sun. Jan 21 Sections 2.1 and 2.2 Sun. Jan 28 Sections 2.3 and 2.4 Sun. Feb 4 Sections 2.5 and 2.6 Sun. Feb 4 All Extra Point Quizzes for Chapter 2 Thursday, Feb 1-Monday, Feb 5 Test #1: Sections 2.1-2.6 Sun. Feb. 11 Sections 3.1 and 3.2 Sun. Feb. 18 Sections 3.3 and 3.4 Sun. Feb. 25 Sections 3.5 and 3.6 Fri. Mar. 2 Sections 3.7 Sun. Mar. 4 All Extra Point Quizzes for Chapter 3 Thursday, Mar 1-Monday, Mar. 5 Test #2: Sections 3.1-3.7 Sun. Mar. 11 Sections 4.1 and 4.2 Sun. Mar. 25 Sections 4.3, 4.4, and 4.5 Thurs. Apr. 5 Sections 5.2, 5.4, and 5.5 Sun. Apr. 8 All Extra Point Quizzes for 4.1-5.5 Thursday, Apr.5-Monday, Apr. 9 Test #3: Sections 4.1-5.5 Sun. Apr. 15 Sections 5.6 and 6.1 Sun. Apr. 22 Sections 6.2 and 6.3 Sun. Apr. 29 Sections 6.4 and 6.5 Wed. May 2 Sections 6.6 Wednesday, May 2-Saturday, May 5 Test #4: Sections 5.6-6.6 Monday, May 7-Thursday, May 10 Final Exam Approved Testing Centers: There are approximately 400 approved sites worldwide. Students desiring to take the exams at other than a Lone Star site should check the following link for a list of approved sites http://www.ncta-testing.org/cctc/. If you plan to use a testing center that is not affiliated with Lone Star College, it is YOUR responsibility to make sure it meets the following criteria: (1) A picture ID is required. (2) All testing must be proctored. (3) E-mailed tests are accepted from the instructor. (4) The Center can fax the completed exam to the instructor or can scan and attach the completed exam to an e-mail and send it to the instructor. (In each case, the entire exam must be legible to the instructor.) (5) If a faxed or e-mailed completed exam is not adequately legible for it to be graded, the Testing Center must send the original to the instructor. The student may be asked to provide a pre-addressed envelope (large enough for the test and any additional work) and adequate postage.
If you wish to test at a Testing Center location other than a Lone Star College System Campus, you will need to send me the contact information for that location at least one week in advance so that I can verify that the site is acceptable and can send them the exam. Contact information needed: name of the facility, contact person s name, e-mail, and phone number, plus the street address and the building and room location. Be sure to check your chosen testing center for current testing hours. Department Information: Department of Mathematics LSC-North Harris 281-618-5674 http://nhmath.lonestar.edu My Supervisor Vice President of Instruction: Dr. Tosha Barclay 281-765-7838 Course Objectives: To develop an understanding of the concepts of limit, derivative and integral To develop the student's skill in techniques of differentiation and integration of functions To enhance the student's knowledge of functions and their graphs by use of the calculus as a tool To develop the student's ability to use the calculus as an aid in graphing To demonstrate the relevancy of the calculus as a problem solver in many business oriented applications General Course Outline: Textbook chapters/sections: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, (Omit section 6.7) Reference Materials and Resources: A number of resources are available to you in WebAssign, including videotapes of individual topics, and other study aids. I encourage you to visit me online for help or clarification of questions you may have. I will also post Lecture Videos and Lecture Notes. Math Lab Tutoring Hours: Each Lone Star campus offers free tutoring for math students. Please check with the campus most convenient to you for location and hours. Withdrawal Policy/Student Drop Limit: Students that just stop participating in the class and don t officially withdraw will receive an F for the course. Students who enrolled in Texas public institutions of higher education as first-time college students during the Fall 2007 term or later are subject to section 51.907 of the Texas Education Code, which states that an institution of higher education may not permit a student to drop (withdraw with a grade of W ) from more than six courses. This sixcourse limit includes courses that a transfer student has previously dropped at other Texas public institutions of higher education if they fall under the law. Students should be sure they fully understand this drop limit before they drop a course. Please visit the admissions office or counseling/advising center for additional information and assistance. * It is the responsibility of the student to drop a class by W day if he/she desires. Drop date is Apr. 6 rth
Academic Integrity: Lone Star College Academic Integrity Policy. The Lone Star College System upholds the core values of learning: honesty, respect, fairness, and accountability. The system promotes the importance of personal and academic honesty. The system embraces the belief that all learners - students, faculty, staff and administrators - will act with integrity and honesty and must produce their own work and give appropriate credit to the work of others. Fabrication of sources, cheating, or unauthorized collaboration is not permitted on any work submitted within the system. The consequences for academic dishonesty are determined by the professor, or the professor and academic dean, or the professor and chief student services officer and can include but are not limited to: 1. Having additional class requirements imposed, 2. Receiving a grade of zero or "F" for an exam or assignment, 3. Receiving a grade of "F" for the course, 4. Being withdrawn from the course or program, 5. Being expelled from the college system. Professors should clearly explain how the student's actions violated the academic integrity policy, how a grade was calculated, and the actions taken. Division Counselor: Rhonda Cannon, Counselor for Math and Natural Sciences, is available in Winship 115G to assist you in meeting your academic, career, and personal goals. Confidential counseling services are available by appointment to help you overcome academic challenges, make a career choice, plan your transfer, and to gain self-understanding. To schedule an appointment call 281-618-5480 or email rhonda.cannon@lonestar.edu or stop by Winship 115G. ADA Statement The American Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability that requires accommodation(s) to participate in this course, please contact the LSC-North Harris Learning Accommodations Center Office as soon as possible (Winship 120, 281-765-7940). The office will provide you with documentation I need to provide your accommodation(s). Failure to handle this in a timely manner may delay your accommodations. Withdrawal Policy/Student Drop Limit LSC is dedicated to providing the least restrictive learning environment for all students. LSC promotes equity in academic access through the implementation of reasonable accommodations as required by The Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (as amended) which will enable students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from all post-secondary educational programs and activities. Emergency Notification Info LSCS is committed to maintaining the safety of the students, faculty, staff, and guests while visiting any of our campuses. See http://www.lonestar.edu/oem for details. Register at http://www.lonestar.edu/12803.htm to receive emergency notifications. In an emergency, contact LSCS Police at 281-290-5911 or x5911.
Campus Carry Law The Texas Legislature enacted campus carry by passing Senate Bill 11, effective at LSC on August 1, 2017. Senate Bill 11, known as the Campus Carry law, amends Texas law to allow license holders to carry concealed handguns on college campuses. To carry a concealed handgun on LSC campuses, an individual must have a valid License to Carry issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety. LSC has established rules and regulations regarding enforcement of Campus Carry. Lone Star College prohibits concealed carry in some areas of LSC campuses. For more information about Campus Carry, visit the LSC Campus Carry website at http://www.lonestar.edu/campuscarry. If you see a gun, call the LSC Police Department. The same thing you would do before the law went into effect Call the LSC Police Department at 281-290-5911 (x5911 from any campus phone) or pick up a direct-dial classroom wall phone. The law only allows concealed carry. If you see a firearm, that is a violation of the law. Do not take matters into your own hands. Only the LSC Police should confront someone to determine if they are legally in possession of a firearm.