Calculus (Math 141)

Syllabus updated on March 15, 2015

Overview

Math 141 is the first course in a three term calculus the derivative. The course begins with limits and continues with derivative and applications of the derivative. A grade of C- or better in Math 141 is required to enroll in Math 142.

Practical information

The class is scheduled to meet in Kiely 334 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Section 04 meets 3:10--4:25 and Section 05 meets 5:00--6:30.

Contact info:

Online homework

Students are required to complete homework assignments online using www.webassign.net. There are three requirements to using webassign for this course as described in the Student Quick Start Guide.

The textbook

The textbook for the course is Stewart's Essential Calculus 2nd ed. Here are some options for obtaining the text and getting access to the online homework:

Course Grades

Course grades will be determined as follows:

Calendar

The schedule of homework assignments and quizzes is available on the Class Schedule on the webassign page. The exams are scheduled for the following days:

Calendar

Be aware of the CUNY Academic Calendar. In particular, our class is not scheduled to meet on Tuesday, February 9, Tuesday April 26, or Thursday April 28. Also, our class will not meet on Tuesday, February 16.