Prerequisites: Calculus, facility with spreadsheets
Homework: Homework will be assigned every section. You are strongly encouraged to study in groups to achieve understanding, but what you write on your paper must be your own workdon't turn homework in without understanding it. Paper is cheap (we can save trees by recycling your assignments after the quarter if you want) so use lots of it. Write every step neatly. Homework is generally due at the end of the class period after it is assigned. Homework that is late for any reason other than a pre-approved legitimate excuse will be worth 50% up to one week late; thereafter no credit will be given. No late homework after April 20 will be accepted.
Students will be making presentations to the class on the modeling applications.
Participation: Ask questions in class, come to office hours, and help other students. If you are serious about this class the majority of your learning will take place outside of class time. Both asking and answering questions should prove you've delved deeply into the chapter material. You also need to subscribe to the class e-mail list (LS-Blue) and participate in the discussion there. You are responsible for information given over e-mail.
Help: You are encouraged to see me during my regular office hours (MWF 9:30-10:20, R 10:30 11:20), and at other times by appointment. Also frequent the math/science lab and use your classmates and the class e-mail list as resources; <http://archives.math.utk.edu/topics/ordinaryDiffEq.html> could be helpful too. Don't get behind, and don't stay lost for more than a few hours at a time. Students with medical, psychological, learning or other disabilities desiring accommodations, academic adjustments, or auxiliary aids will need to contact the Disability Resource Center, room 141 Greenwood Student Center, phone number (435) 283-7244. The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator determines eligibility for and authorizes the provision of these services and aids.
Quizzes: Frequent unannounced quizzes will keep you apprised of your progress and your prior reading of the section scheduled for the day.
Tests: There will be about three tests in the testing center before the final exam. Testing Center hours are M-R 9-9, F 9-5, Sa 12-4, Su 5-9.
Final Exam: Thursday, May 3, 7:00-9:30 pm; in the classroom. It will be comprehensive.
Grading: Homework 25% Quizzes 20%
Tests 25% Participation 10% Final Exam 20%