Math 238: General Calculus II
Summer 2018 Course Syllabus
NJIT Academic Integrity Code: All Students should be aware that the Department of Mathematical Sciences takes the University Code on Academic Integrity at NJIT very seriously and enforces it strictly. This means that there must not be any forms of plagiarism, i.e., copying of homework, class projects, or lab assignments, or any form of cheating in quizzes and exams. Under the University Code on Academic Integrity, students are obligated to report any such activities to the Instructor.
Course Information
Course Description: Topics include applications of integral calculus and an introduction to ordinary differential equations. Effective From: Spring 2013.
Number of Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Math 138 with a grade of C or better or math 139 with a grade of C or better or Math 111 with a grade of C or better. A continuation of Math 138.
Course-Section and Instructors
| Course-Section |
Instructor |
| Math 238-141 |
Professor M. Hercules |
Office Hours for All Math Instructors: Summer 2018 Office Hours and Emails
Required Textbook:
| Title |
Calculus: Concepts & Contexts |
| Author |
Stewart |
| Edition |
4th |
| Publisher |
Cengage Learning |
| ISBN # |
978-0495557425 |
| CafeScribe ISBN |
978-1111432584 |
| Technology |
Calculators are not permitted in this course. |
Withdrawal Date: Please see the Summer 2018 Academic Calendar for the last day to withdraw based on the summer session you are registered for.
Policies
DMS Course Policies: All DMS students must familiarize themselves with, and adhere to, the Department of Mathematical Sciences Course Policies, in addition to official university-wide policies. DMS takes these policies very seriously and enforces them strictly.
Grading Policy: The final grade in this course will be determined as follows:
| Midterm Exam |
35% |
| Homework and Quizzes |
20% |
| Final Exam |
45% |
Your final letter grade will be based on the following tentative curve.
| A |
90 - 100 |
C |
70 - 74 |
| B+ |
85 - 89 |
D |
60 - 69 |
| B |
80 - 84 |
F |
0 - 59 |
| C+ |
75 - 79 |
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Attendance Policy: Attendance at all classes will be recorded and is mandatory. Please make sure you read and fully understand the Math Department’s Attendance Policy. This policy will be strictly enforced.
Exams: There will be one midterm exam held in class during the semester and one comprehensive final exam. Exams are held on the following days:
The final exam will test your knowledge of all the course material taught in the entire course. Make sure you read and fully understand the Math Department's Examination Policy. This policy will be strictly enforced./
| Midterm Exam |
TBA |
| Final Exam |
July 16, 2018 |
Makeup Exam Policy: To properly report your absence from a midterm or final exam, please review and follow the required steps under the DMS Examination Policy found here:
Cellular Phones: All cellular phones and other electronic devices must be switched off during all class times.
Additional Resources
Math Tutoring Center: Located in the Central King Building, Room G11 (Summer Hours: TBA)
Accommodation of Disabilities: Disability Support Services (DSS) offers long term and temporary accommodations for undergraduate, graduate and visiting students at NJIT. If you are in need of accommodations due to a disability please contact Chantonette Lyles, Associate Director of Disability Support Services at 973-596-5417 or via email at lyles@njit.edu. The office is located in Fenster Hall Room 260. For further information regarding self identification, the submission of medical documentation and additional support services provided please visit the Disability Support Services (DSS) website at:
Important Dates (See: Summer 2018 Academic Calendar, Registrar)
| Date |
Event |
| May 21, 2018 |
First Day of Classes |
| May 22, 2018 |
Last Day to Add/Drop Classes |
| May 28, 2018 |
University Closed for Memorial Day |
| June 25, 2018 |
Last Day of First Summer Session |
| July 4, 2018 |
University Closed for Independence Day |
| July 16, 2018 |
Last Day of Middle Summer Session |
| August 6, 2018 |
Last Day of Full and Second Summer Sessions |
