Mathematics for
Business
Fall, 2008
Time & Location: 1:10P - 2:20P T TH AUD
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INSTRUCTOR: W. A. Kirk Home:
351-4188
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Mathematics
Department Phone: 335-0714.You may also leave messages with the department
receptionist in 14 MLH.
Required
Text: Precalculus (Selected Materials) by
Larson and Hostetler, 7th edition.
Course
Prerequisite: 22M:002, or
satisfactory score on the mathematics placement exam, or two years of high school
algebra and one year of high school geometry.
Note: I
would like to hear from anyone who has a disability which may require some
modification of seating, testing or other class requirements so that
appropriate arrangements may be made. Please contact me during my office hours.
Course
Goals:
This course includes the algebraic techniques and modeling that arise in
management and economic sciences and is intended for those who need more work
in precalculus techniques before taking 22M:017. Topics include algebraic techniques,
functions and functional models, exponential and logarithmic functions and
models, linear programming, and an introduction to calculus. Examples and
applications are from management, economic sciences, and related areas. The
course is at a slightly higher level than 22M:002 and has more emphasis on exponential and
logarithmic functions, and modeling. Each week there are three hours of lecture
by a faculty member and two hours of discussion sections led by TAs. There will be two one-hour
mid-term exams, a final exam, and quizzes during discussion periods. Bonus
quizzes may be given in some lectures. The midterm exams will be given on
Thursday evenings at 5:30.
Students
are expected to attend class and to read the textbook for comprehension.
Examinations will cover material discussed in class as well as assigned
material from the text that is not discussed in class.
Approve for GE: quantitative or formal
reasoning.
Students will learn and practice a method or
methods of analytical or formal symbolic reasoning, for example a specific set
of mathematical, statistical, computer programming, or logic skills.
Students will learn to evaluate arguments made in the
symbolic system embodied in the course and will become familiar with its major
concepts and ways of formulating questions.
Examinations
and Grading:
The course grade will be computed by weighing the midterm exams equally
for a combined total 50%, the final exam 30%, and the discussion section grade
(based on quizzes and classroom participation) count 20%. Your TA will be
solely responsible for the discussion section grade. Occasional bonus quizzes
may be given in lecture.
It is
very important that you take the examinations at the scheduled times.
Make-up exams will be scheduled only for those who have compelling and convincing
reasons. It will help to have documentation. THE FINAL EXAMINATION IS ON
THURSDAY DEC. 18 AT 2:15 P.M. THIS EXAMINATION IS MANDATORY AND MUST BE TAKEN
AT THE SCHEDULED TIME.
This
course is given by the
Attendance: The course has two
componentslectures and discussion sections. Examinations will cover material
treated in both as well as material assigned from the text. It might
be necessary to make changes in the order in which syllabus topics are covered
or in examination dates. If so, these will be announced during the
lectures. It is your responsibility to be aware of any such
announcements. Also note: Occasionally, new material may be
introduced in the discussion sections, and material discussed in the lecture
may extend beyond that discussed in the text. You will be held responsible for
such material on examinations. Although lecture attendance is not mandatory,
the examinations will focus on material covered in the lectures.
Calculators: You will be allowed
to use scientific calculators for homework and during quizzes. Graphing
calculators will not be allowed. If in doubt, check with your TA. Calculators
may not be allowed during examinations.
THE
MATHEMATICS TUTORIAL LAB: 314 MLH
The Math
Lab is a drop-in tutorial service (no charge) staffed by Teaching Assistants
from the Department of Mathematics. The hours are
POLICY INFORMATION
Academic Fraud:
Plagiarism and any other
activities that result in a student presenting work that is not his or her own
are academic fraud. Academic fraud is reported to the departmental DEO and then
to the Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Services. See Academic Fraud at www.clas.uiowa.edu/students/academic_handbook/ix.shtml for the
complete policy.
Making a Suggestion or a Complaint:
Students have the right to make
suggestions or complaints and should visit with the instructor, the course
supervisor if necessary, and finally with the departmental DEO. For more
information visit, Student Complaints at www.clas.uiowa.edu/students/academic_handbook/ix.shtml#5
Accommodations for Disabilities:
A students seeking academic accommodations registers with Student Disability
Services and meets with a SDS counselor who determines eligibility for
services. A student approved for accommodations should meet privately with the
course instructor to arrange particular accommodations. Visit Student Disability Services
at www.uiowa.edu/~sds/
Understanding Sexual Harassment:
Sexual harassment subverts the mission of the University and threatens the
well-being of students, faculty, and staff. Visit this site
www.sexualharassment.uiowa.edu/
for definitions, assistance, and the full University policy.
DETAILED
SYLLABUS
(This is tentative - Changes may be announced)
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Week
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08/26
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A.1 A.3 |
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Week
2 |
09/02
- 09/04 |
A.4 A.6 |
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Week
3 |
09/09
- 09/11 |
1.1 1.4 |
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Week
4 |
09/16
09/18 |
1.5 1.7 |
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Week
5 |
09/23
09/25 |
1.8 1.10 |
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Week
6 |
09/30
10/02 |
Review, Exam 1 (Oct. 02, 5:30 7:30)* |
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Week
7 |
10/07
10/09 |
2.1 2.3 |
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Week
8 |
10/14
10/16 |
2.5 2.7 |
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Week
9 |
10/21
10/23 |
3.1 3.3 |
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Week
10 |
10/28
10/30 |
3.4 3.5 |
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Week
11 |
11/04
11/06 |
Review, Exam 2 (Nov. 06, 5:30 7:30)* |
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Week 12 |
11/11 11/13 |
7.1 7.3 |
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Week
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11/18
11/20 |
7.5 7.6 |
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Week
14 |
Thanksgiving Break |
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Week
15 |
12/02
12/04 |
Supplemental Notes |
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Week
16 |
12/09
12/11 |
Supplemental Notes, Review |
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Week
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Final Exam (Dec. 18, 2:15 p.m.)* |
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