Course Description
An introduction to mathematical modeling based on
the use of elementary functions to describe and explore real-world data and
phenomena. Graphical, numerical, symbolic and verbal
approaches to the investigation of data, functions, equations, and models.
Emphasis on applications and the ability to construct useful
mathematical models, to analyze them critically, and to communicate
quantitative concepts effectively.
Students are required to have their calculators on test day.
Makeup tests are given at the discretion of the instructor
and in general will need documentation. Students missing a test must contact
the instructor before the next class meeting, and the test must be taken before
the tests are returned to the class.
There will be 8 announced quizzes given in class. Quiz questions will be
similar (but not necessarily identical) to assigned homework problems from the
text. Students are expected to have their calculators with them during each
class. No makeup quizzes will be given, thus any absence on a quiz day,
excused or not, will result in a quiz grade of 0. At the end of the
semester the two lowest quiz scores will be dropped.
15%
Quizzes --- 50% Hour Tests --- 10% Project --- 25% Final Exam
Adademic
Honesty All
students are responsible for maintaining the highest standards of honesty and
integrity in every phase of their academic careers. The penalties for academic
dishonesty are severe and ignorance is not an acceptable defense. Students
should pay particular attention to sections 5 and 7 of the academic honesty
statement at www.uga.edu/ovpi/academic_honesty/culture_honesty.htm
Note: The course syllabus provides a general plan for the
course; deviations may be necessary.