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MATH 1101
Mathematical Modeling
(Summer 2003)


Course: Math 1101 Call #: 00-827
Room: GSRC 1023-304 Time: 11:45A-12:45P Daily

Instructor: Charles Pooh
Office: 434G Boyd Graduate Studies Bldg Email: pooh@math.uga.edu
Office hours: 1:00P-2:00P W-Th. Or by appointment Phone: (706) 542 2618

Course WebCT: webct.uga.edu/public/math1101cp
Course web site: www.math.uga.edu/undergraduate/1101.html

Course description.
This class is an introduction to mathematical modeling based on the use of elementary functions to describe and explore real-world phenomena. Emphasis will be on applications of elementary mathematics together with the ability to construct and to analyze mathematical models, and to communicate quantitative concepts effectively.

Course materials.
Elementary Mathematical Modeling, Functions and Graphs by Mary Ellen Davis & C. Henry Edwards.
Texas Instruments Graphing Calculator TI-83 or TI-82. TI-85 or 86 may be used but it is not recommended. Do not use a TI-81 for this course.
Pack of 3" by 5" index cards for in-class quizzes.
MyUGA account

Course outline.
The course is divided into 4 components:
Chapter 1: Linear functions and models
Chapter 2: Quadratic functions and models
Chapter 3 and Section 4.1: Natural growth models and exponential models
Chapter 8: Optimization

Grading policy.
Homework problems will be assigned daily and are due by the next class meeting. They may not be collected, but are useful for the frequent quizzes. Grades will be based on a student’s performance in quizzes (15%), four in-class exam (60%) and final (25%). The grading scale is A: 90%-100%; B: 80%-89%; C: 70%-79%; D: 60%-69%; F: 0 -59%.

Attendance policy.
Any student accumulating more than 5 unexcused absences may be withdrawn. No makeup quizzes or tests will be given; thus any absence on a quiz or test day will result in a quiz/test grade of 0, unless excused. Except for emergencies, it is your responsibility to let me know in advance if you will be absent.

Additional information.
1. This course is not meant to prepare students for Math 1113 (Pre-calculus).
2. Grades and other information will be posted on the course page.
3. Students are expected to have their calculators with them during each class.
4. All students are responsible for maintaining the highest standards of academic honesty and integrity. The penalties for academic dishonesty are severe and ignorance of school policies is not an acceptable defense.
5. This course syllabus provides a general plan for the course; deviations may be necessary.