Syllabus
Overview
Math 158 is the second course in an honors Calculus sequence. Basic knowledge, such as numbers, sets, elementary logic, and mathematical induction as well as more advanced knowledge about integral calculus and continuity will be assumed. The course will cover a substantial amount of technique, but the emphasis will be on theory.
The course will begin with the theory of the differential calculus, and proceed with the relation between integral and differential calculus, and conclude with an in depth study of infinite sequences and series.
Practical information
The class is scheduled to meet in Kiely 326 from 4:00pm - 5:50pm on Tuesday and Thursday.
Contact info:
- office hours:
- Tuesday and Thursday 3:00-4:00 in Kissena 211
- By appointment
- email: jterilla@qc.cuny.edu
Questions about the course should be posted on the discussion forum: https://piazza.com/qc.cuny.edu/spring2014/math158.
References
The main reference supplementing the lectures is Calculus, Vol. 1: One-Variable Calculus, with an Introduction to Linear Algebra by Tom M. Apostol. Second Ed. Published by Wiley. 1991.
The plan is to cover most of chapters 4, 5, 6, 10, and 11, along with some selected topics from chapters 7, 8, and 9.
Course Grades
Course grades will be determined as follows:
- An in-class midterm exam (30%)
- An in-class final exam (40%)
- Two take home exams (15% each)
Calendar
The in-class exams are scheduled for the following days:
- Midterm exam : Tuesday, March 18
- Final Exam: TBA
Also, be aware of the registrar's Academic Planning Calendar. In particular, our class does not meet on Thursday February 20, Tuesday April 15, or Thursday April 17, and Tuesday April 22.