CRN 77978

Math 121 - Basic Techniques of Applied Calculus I

MTWR, 8:00AM-9:25AM, MS220

Instructor: Max Velado

mvelado@sdccd.edu
Office Room: Maybe at MS222H
Office Hours: MTWR, 10:00AM-11:00AM
Course Description: This is a course designed for students intending to major in business, natural science or social science. It does not fulfill a mathematics requirement for students majoring
in mathematics, chemistry, physics or engineering. This course combines the study of algebra, analytic geometry, and calculus using numerical, graphical, and analytical methods to analyze calculus
problems encountered in real world applications. Topics include limits, derivatives, and integrals
of algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions. Also covered are functions of several variables,
partial derivatives, and optimization of multivariable functions. Applications of calculus include
curve sketching, optimization, and areas under curves. Analytical reading and problem solving are
required for success in this course.
Prerequisite(s): Math 116 with a grade of C or better, or course equivalent.

Course Materials: Applied Calculus, Seventh Edition by Berresford. You may use an older
edition. A calculator is needed both in class and on exams. A graphing calculator is recommended.
An access code for WebAssign is needed for the homework assignments. This will also include an
e-book so you do not need to purchase a copy of the book if you get the WebAssign.
To enroll in the course, you must use the following key (in addition to the access code):
sdmesa 1194 1946

TRANSFER APPLICABILITY: Associate Degree & transfer to CSU and private colleges and universities. CSU General Education; IGETC, UC, Transfer Course List: Mathematics
(MATH) 121 and 150 combined: maximum credit, one course.

Math Department Statement: The goal of the Mathematics Department at Mesa College
is to provide all students the opportunity for a safe, fair and effective learning environment. The
instructors are dedicated professionals who facilitate your learning in a student-focused classroom
by setting high expectations while providing multiple avenues for learning. Students are expected
to respect teachers, other students and themselves in order to enhance a positive and successful
learning experience.

Student Learning Objective: The student completes the graph given a description of the
graph using points, asymptotes and derivatives.

Course Objectives:
At the completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Interpret and evaluate limits of algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions.
2. Determine the continuity of functions at specific points and in an entire set.
3. Calculate derivatives of algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions, applying various
rules of derivatives.
4. Analyze graphs of functions using calculus techniques.
5. Apply derivatives to solving constraint and unconstraint optimization problems.
6. Apply logarithms and exponential to solve growth and decay models.
7. Apply derivatives to business, natural and social science related problems.
8. Calculate antiderivatives of functions involving algebraic, exponential, or logarithmic terms.
9. Calculate antidrivatives using the technique of substitution.
10. Compute definite integrals by applying the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and apply
definite integrals in solving for the area in between curves.
11. Evaluate functions of several variables and calculate their partial derivatives.
12. Apply calculus techniques in optimizing functions of several variables.

ATTENDANCE: Regular attendance is expected. It is the students responsibility to drop all

classes in which he/she is no longer attending. It is the instructors discretion to withdraw a student
after the add/drop deadline June 20, 2016 due to excessive absences. The last day of attendance
will be the date of your last quiz or test. Students who remain enrolled in a class beyond July 15,
2016 will receive an evaluative letter grade in this class. If you miss class, make arrangements with
a classmate to keep you informed on lecture topics, handouts and assignments.

ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATION: Any student who may need an academic accommodation should discuss the situation with me during the first week.

BEHAVIOR: Students are expected to respect and obey standards of student conduct while in
class and on the campus. The student Code of Conduct, disciplinary procedure, and student due
process (Policy 3100, 3100.1 and 3100.2 ) can be found in the college catalog, and at the office of
the Dean of Student Affairs. Charges of misconduct and disciplinary sanctions may be imposed
upon students who violate these standards of conduct or provisions of college regulations. As your
instructor, I have the following expectations:
1. Promote a courteous learning atmosphere by exhibiting mutual respect and consideration of
feelings, ideas, and contributions of others.
2. Demonstrate respect for your work, as well as the work of others, by recognizing and acknowledging strengths and improvements.
3. Demonstrate respect for tools, equipment and supplies in the classroom.
4. All cell phones, pagers, etc. should be turned to vibrate or else turned off during class.
5. Cheating, plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty are not acceptable and will not
be tolerated. Violations of standards of academic honesty will be reported to the school dean
for appropriate action. The assignment, test or quiz will receive a grade of zero and cannot
be dropped.

QUIZZES: There will be a short quiz after each major chapter (to be completed online). The
quiz problems will be similar to the homework. There are no make-ups for the quizzes.

Extra Credit Worksheets: There may be worksheets for each chapter. They will cover additional practice on the material covered. You should treat the worksheets as homework. They will
be counted as extra credit towards the exam and quiz problems may be taken from them.

Grade Distribution:
Your grade will be determined using three tests, quizzes, homework, and the final. There are no
make-up tests unless arrangements are made with the instructor before the test and the make-up
test must be taken before the next class. I will replace one missed test or low test score with the
final test score. The final will be comprehensive. Your final grade is based on the following:
WebAssign Homework
Quizzes
Exams
Final Exam

10%
10%
60%
20%

Letter Grade Distribution:

A 90% - 100%
B 80% - 89%
C 70% - 79%
D 60% - 69%
F below 60%

Academic Honesty Policy Summary:

Introduction
In addition to skills and knowledge, San Diego Mesa College aims to teach students appropriate
Ethical and Professional Standards of Conduct. The Academic Honesty Policy exists to inform
students and Faculty of their obligations in upholding the highest standards of professional and
ethical integrity. All student work is subject to the Academic Honesty Policy. Professional and
Academic practice provides guidance about how to properly cite, reference, and attribute the
intellectual property of others. Any attempt to deceive a faculty member or to help another
student to do so will be considered a violation of this standard.
Instructors Intended Purpose
The students work must match the instructors intended purpose for an assignment. While
the instructor will establish the intent of an assignment, each student must clarify outstanding
questions of that intent for a given assignment.
Unauthorized/Excessive Assistance
The student may not give or get any unauthorized or excessive assistance in the preparation of
any work.
Authorship
The student must clearly establish authorship of a work. Referenced work must be clearly
documented, cited, and attributed, regardless of media or distribution. Even in the case of work
licensed as public domain or Copyleft, (See: http://creativecommons.org/) the student must
provide attribution of that work in order to uphold the standards of intent and authorship.
Declaration

Online submission of, or placing ones name on an exam, assignment, or any course document is a
statement of academic honor that the student has not received or given inappropriate assistance
in completing it and that the student has complied with the Academic Honesty Policy in that
work.
Consequences
An instructor may impose a sanction on the student that varies depending upon the instructors
evaluation of the nature and gravity of the offense. Possible sanctions include but are not limited
to, the following: (1) Require the student to redo the assignment; (2) Require the student to
complete another assignment; (3) Assign a grade of zero to the assignment; (4) Assign a final
grade of F for the course. A student may appeal these decisions according to the Academic
Grievance Procedure. (See the relevant section in the Student Handbook.) Multiple violations of
this policy will result in a referral to the Conduct Review Board for possible additional sanctions.
The full text of the Academic Honesty Policy is in the Student Handbook.

Tentative Course Outline:

The weekly coverage might change as it depends on the progress of the class. However, you must
keep up with the assignments and notes.
Week
6/13 - 6/16

Content
Sections 2.1-2.3

6/20 - 6/23

Sections 2.4 - 2.6

Review For EXAM I

6/27 - 6/30

EXAM I on 6/27
3.1-3.3

7/4 - 7/7

Independence Day on 7/4 (No Class)

Sections 3.4, 3.6, 4.1 - 4.2

7/11 - 7/14

Section 4.3
Review for EXAM II
Section 5.1

7/18 - 7/21

EXAM II on 7/18
Sections 5.2 - 5.4, 5.6

7/25 - 7/28

Sections 7.1-7.3

8/1 - 8/4

Review for Exam III

Review for Final
EXAM III on 8/3
FINAL EXAM on 8/4