MATH 3A – Calculus & Analytical Geometry INSTRUCTOR: Ms ...

MATH 3A – Calculus & Analytical Geometry INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Betty Weiss
MTWTh 12:30–1:40 pm, SM 11 OFFICE: SM 3B, (408) 741–2596
Section 93582, Spring 2011 email: betty.weiss@wvm.edu
Course Description: Limits, continuity, differentiation and its applications, and the
beginnings of integration.
Prerequisites: Math 1 AND Math D, or Math 2 (or qualifying score on the placement test
& proof of pre-calculus algebra and trigonometry)
Textbook: "Single Variable Calculus-Early Transcendentals", Jon Rogawski, 1st Edition.
Calculator: A graphing calculator is required for this class. I recommend the TI-84 Plus.
Office Hours: I am available at these times to help you with your coursework, so please
drop by or call whenever you have questions or want to talk to me about the class. No
appointment is needed for these times; other times to meet can also be arranged.
MTWTh 8:30–9 am in SM 3B
Wednesdays 2–3:15 pm in SM 5
(Math Resource Center)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND GRADES
1. There will be 3 exams, all on Thursdays, Feb. 17, Mar. 24 & May 5. If you miss an
exam you must have a note (from a doctor, judge or employer) explaining your absence
or you will receive 0% on that exam. Your makeup grade will be the average of your 2
other exam scores.
2. Homework will be collected and graded. The lowest two homework scores will be
dropped. Late homework will be accepted with a 10% penalty each class day that it is
late. HW can be redone to make up points you miss (see HW directions sheet for details).
3. The cumulative final exam will be Monday, May 23, 11:50 am–1:50 pm.
4. You will receive a free 6-week software license to use the online system ALEKS to
review the pre-calculus algebra and trig that is required to do well in calculus. Your
ALEKS assessment score will count toward your final course grade.
5. Your course grade will be a weighted average of these components:
GRADE SCALE:
ALEKS: 5% A 90-100%
Exams: 60% B 80-89%
Homework: 15% C 70-79%
Final Exam: 20% D 60-69%, F for less than 60%

ANGEL: Updates on course grades will be posted on the Angel website:
http://wvmccd.angellearning.com.
Be sure to log into Angel early in the semester and regularly to check on your progress
and to see course announcements, exam review problems, and handouts you might find
helpful. You can also communicate with me through Angel email, if you wish.
IF YOU NEED HELP: If you are having trouble with the course material, please come
see me right away. I want all of my students to succeed and I will help in answering your
questions on homework or exams. I can also direct you to study–skills professionals on
campus for help with test preparation and math/testing anxiety and refer you to tutoring.
The Math Resource Center (Room SM 5) and the Tutorial Center (beside the library) are
staffed by a combination of faculty and student tutors, for free drop-in help. Free one-onone
tutors are available with a referral. Listen in class for announcements of group
tutoring sessions directly related to our course material.
DROPPING THE COURSE: It is your responsibility to withdraw by notifying the
Office of Admissions and Records. If you do not drop by the deadline, you may receive a
failing grade in the course, even if you have stopped attending.
Feb. 17 - Last day to drop with no grade Apr. 29 - Last day to drop with a W grade
ATTENDANCE & BEHAVIOR: I expect you to come to class regularly, to arrive on
time and to stay until class is dismissed. I expect you to behave like college students,
which means you remain focused on coursework, participate actively in course-related
discussions and group work, and show respect for others in your words and actions.
CELL PHONES: Communication devices must be set to a silent mode during class. Do
NOT use cell phones while you are in class, even as a calculator.
CHEATING POLICY: Any student who is caught cheating will receive a 0% for that
exam or assignment. Cheating includes, but is not limited to: using unauthorized notes,
books or formulas during an exam, sharing calculators or otherwise sharing information,
looking at another student’s exam or allowing another student to look at your exam, or
copying homework solutions. Any student who is caught cheating repeatedly will receive
an F for the course. [See WVC College Catalog for the college policy on cheating.]
SAFETY PROCEDURES: In the event of a safety emergency or drill, such as a fire
alarm or earthquake, please listen for instructions from your instructor. Do not leave the
campus until your attendance has been checked by your instructor. Do not return to the
classroom until it is declared safe by authorized personnel.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: West Valley College makes reasonable
accommodations for persons with documented learning or physical disabilities. Students
should notify the Disability and Educational Support Program (DESP) at (408) 741-2010
of any special needs (for extended test time, note-taking, etc.) as soon as possible.