Math 10C - Spring 2001
Calculus, Lectures B and C

Goals: This course is an introduction to multivariable calculus for life and social science students.  It emphasizes solid intuitive understanding of the concepts, from numerical, graphical, and algebraic viewpoints.  The primary objectives are to foster critical thinking and to gain a strong understanding of the major concepts of calculus.  You will be expected to demonstrate facility with basic computations in order to pass the course.  Your success will be measured by how well you approach, solve, and explain problems.

Required materials:

Textbook: Calculus for Biology and Medicine, by Claudia Neuhauser, 2000.  We will cover portions of Chapters 9, 10, and 12, and supplementary material that will be distributed in class.

Calculator: A graphing calculator is required.  The TI-83 is recommended for Math 10ABC.  However, if you already own another graphing calculator, please ask about it before purchasing a new one; you may be able to use the one you have at your own risk.  The TI-82, 85, 86 are OK to use at your own risk, the TI-81 is not powerful enough, and the TI-89 and 92 are banned because they are too powerful.

Course requirements:  Weekly homework, two midterms, and one final.  Your composite grade will be homework 10% (total), midterms 25% and 25%, final 40%.

Homework: Homework will be assigned during lectures and is due in your Thursday section. It will be returned to you in your Thursday section the following week.

• Please write your name, section number, date, and assignment number at the top of the first page.
  Show your work, and when relevant, circle your final answer.
  Staple the pages together.  If you turn in loose pages, fold pages together, tear and twist the corners, use paper clips, etc., your pages will probably be separated or snagged into someone else's assignment, and you will not receive full credit.
• You may study with others, but the work you turn in should be your own; do not just copy someone else's answer.
• Late homeworks will not be accepted.  You are strongly advised to attend section. If you will miss section, you should send it with a friend or submit it early.
• Your lowest homework score (including 0 for not turning in an assignment) will be dropped.

Exams:  There will be two midterms and one final; see the top of this syllabus for the dates for your class.  They will be comprehensive.  Rules and material covered will be announced the week before.
You must take the exams with the class in which you are officially registered.
No make up exams will be given.

Academic integrity: Cheating will not be tolerated.  See the "UCSD Policy on Integrity of Scholarship" published in the UCSD General Catalog.

Math add/drop procedures: The Mathematics Department operates its own Add/Drop Center in AP&M 2420A,  April 2-6, 8:30-3:30, and April 9-13, 10:00-2:00.  Use it to change sections, add or drop math classes, check your waiting list status, etc.