Syllabus for Math 108, Winter Quarter, 2005
| Course Info |
Instructor Info |
| MTWF 1:10-2:00pm | Brad Ballinger |
| Wellman 233 | 481 Kerr Hall |
| CRN 80609 |  |
PREREQUISITES
21B. It's not that we'll be doing much calculus, but it helps to have seen a proof or two before diving into 108.
TEXT
A Transition to Advanced Mathematics by Smith, Eggen, and St. Andre.
ATTENDANCE
Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. Note: whether you are present or not, you will be responsible for any information
distributed in class.
GRADING
Your course grade will be determined according to this scale:
| Homework | 20% |
| Midterm 1 | 20% |
| Midterm 2 | 20% |
| Final Exam | 40% |
HOMEWORK
Homework in this class will involve regular assignments and perhaps something else. More details on this later.
Homework in Math 108 is not like homework in other classes. Previous math classes may have been primarily computational, in the sense
that the thing you compute is your answer. Math 108 is very different: you will frequently be given the answer, and then be asked to
prove the correctness of that answer. It would be completely reasonable for you to turn in several paragraphs on a typical homework
assignment. Your task is like that of an attorney who is trying to win over a perfectly skeptical jury. Well, maybe not at first, but
that's where we're going.
Please follow these guidelines when preparing homework papers for submission:
- Discuss the assignment with classmates all you like, but submit your own written work. DO NOT COPY solutions from any source.
- Write ledgibly, or type.
- Staple multiple-page assignments (please no tape or clever folding/tearing routines!).
- Fold assignments ``the long way'' with your work on the inside.
- CLEARLY PRINT your name, your student ID number, the due date, assignment number, and ``Math 108'' on the
outside. By ``outside'', I mean where a person could see this information without opening the paper.
EXAMS
We will have two midterms and a comprehensive final for this class. Bring a pencil, an eraser, photo ID, and your well-rested mind to
the exams. Calculators, books, notes, and communication with your neighbors or the outside world are not allowed.
OFFICE HOURS
My office hours are MWF 4:10-5:00, and by appointment. It's easy to make an appointment: just email me, and we'll find a mutually
acceptible time.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To gain a clear understanding of material as quickly as possible, read the book carefully. Most of all, PRACTICE.
Find some course extras at http://my.ucdavis.edu. Several things, including grades, will be
available there. If you cannot access MyUCDavis, please contact me for assistance.
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