DETAILED MATH 1LS3 COURSE OUTLINEIf you plan to apply for a program (such as pharmacy, optometry, dentistry, etc.) that requires calculus, and are asked to present a detailed course outline, then go here and use the information provided (you can print the page, or direct the school to visit the web page at http://www.math.mcmaster.ca/lovric/1LS3/1LS3courseoutlineph.html). As well, you can visit the Science Career Services (BSB/127) where you will be able to obtain information about course equivalences for various schools, professional degree programs, etc. You can also visit their webpage, to see what's there and to make an appointment to talk a counselor. |
MATH 1LS3: CALCULUS I FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES
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Instructor: |
Office: |
Office Hours: |
Email: |
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Erin Clements |
HH/425 |
Monday & Wednesday, 3pm-4pm; or by appointment |
Teaching Assistant: |
Math Help Centre Hours: |
Email: |
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Genevieve Maalouf |
Mondays 5:30pm-7:30pm; Tuesdays 4:30pm-6:30pm |
*** The Math Help Centre is a learning space where you can get free help from experienced tutors - no appointment necessary! It is located in the basement of Hamilton Hall (HH/104). For further information, click here.
Lectures:
| Section | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
C01 |
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 4:30pm - 5:20pm |
MDCL 1305 |
Tutorials:
Note: Tutorials begin the week of January 13th.
| Section | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
T01 |
Monday, 12:30pm - 1:20pm |
MDCL 1305 |
** Note: Lectures AND tutorials are integral parts of the course and you should plan to attend them regularly.
Material Covered in the Course:
A selection of topics will be covered from the course textbook.
| Topics | Chapter |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Models and Functions | 1 |
| Modelling Using Elementary Functions | 2 |
| Discrete-Time Dynamical Systems | 3 |
Limits, Continuity, and Derivatives |
4 |
| Differentiation Rules and Working with Derivatives | 5 |
| Applications of Derivatives | 6 |
Integrals and Applications |
7 |
Resources:
1. Math 1LS3 textbook (required).
"Calculus for the Life Sciences: Modelling the Dynamics of Life", by F. R. Adler and M. Lovric, Second Canadian Edition, published by Nelson Education, 2015. ISBN10: 0-17-653078-9. ISBN13: 978-0-17-653078-5.
2. Coursepack for Math 1LS3 (required).
This is an important collection of notes, assignments, previous tests, suggested textbook practice questions, etc. available in the bookstore.
3. Student Solutions Manual (optional).
Selected solutions to the odd-numbered exercises in the text. Note: Final answers to odd-numbered exercises are at the back of the textbook. This manual provides detailed solutions to these exercises.
Homework:
Assignments and suggested exercises from the textbook can be found in your coursepack. Solutions to assignments and practice tests will be posted on the course webpage. Even though homework is not collected and marked for credit, it is very important that you work on practice problems regularly (after each lecture is ideal) to ensure that you understand the concepts being taught in lecture and that you are able to apply these ideas to solve new problems (similar to problems that you will see on your tests and exam!).
Tests:
There will be three term tests, each 60 minutes in length, written in the evening (not in class!). Details (e.g., material that will be covered, test locations, etc.) will be announced on the course webpage about a week before each test. The standard McMaster calculator Casio fx 991MS+ may be used during the tests. Note: You must bring your student ID to each test!!
Tentative Test Dates/Times:
Test 1: February 4, 7pm - 8pm
Test 2: March 3, 7pm - 8pm
Test 3: March 31, 7pm - 8pm
Computer Labs:
There will be five computer labs throughout the semester (an introductory lab, not to be submitted for credit, and four labs which will be submitted online for course credit). You do not need to purchase anything, the software which we use is available online, free of charge.
Final Examination:
There will be a cumulative final exam during the April exam period. Date/time/location will be scheduled by the Registrar and made available to you in your Mosaic account. Details (e.g., material that will be covered, how to study, etc.) will be announced on the course webpage several weeks before the exam. The standard McMaster calculator Casio fx 991MS+ may be used during final exam. Note: You must bring your student ID to the final exam!!
Course Evaluation:
| 3 Term Tests (worth 15% each) | 45% |
| 4 Computer Labs (collectively worth 15%) | 15% |
| Final Examination | 40% |
The instructor reserves the right to change the weight of any portion of this marking scheme. For students in good academic standing, other weights might be considered. In either case, the final mark will be computed using this weighting and the new weighting(s). The highest score for a particular student will be their final mark.
At the end of the course the grades may be adjusted but this can only increase your grade and will be done uniformly. We will use the grade equivalence chart published in the Undergraduate Calendar to convert between percentages and letter grades.
Marks and Mark Corrections:
As the term progresses, all test marks will be posted on the course webpage. For reasons of privacy, all posted grades will be labeled with only the last five digits of your student number. It is your responsibility to check for errors in the grades before the day of the final exam, and to report any discrepancies to your instructor. No errors will be corrected unless reported by this time.
In case of difficulty/problems:
Contact your instructor (in person, or by email) as soon as possible. Failing that, talk to a student adviser in *your* faculty. They can help you with all kinds of issues and academic inquiries (such as longer or repeated absences, requests for deferral of exams, course selection, adding or dropping courses, getting in and out of various programs, and so on). If you are in Science, check the Associate Dean's Office web page, or go to the Associate Dean's Office in BSB-129.
Modification of Course Outlines The instructor and University reserve the right to modify elements of the course during the term. The University may change the dates and deadlines for any or all courses in extreme circumstances. If either type of modification becomes necessary, reasonable notice and communication with the students will be given with explanation and the opportunity to comment on changes. Any significant changes should be made in consultation with the Department Chair. It is the responsibility of the student to check their McMaster email and course websites weekly during the term and to note any changes.
McMaster Student Absence Form (MSAF) In the event of an absence for medical or other reasons, students should review and follow the Academic Regulation in the Undergraduate Calendar Requests for Relief for Missed Academic Term Work. Please note these regulations have changed beginning Fall 2015. You can find information at mcmaster.ca/msaf/. If you have any questions about the MSAF, please contact your Associate Dean's office. Note: We have four term assessments, each worth 15%: the three term tests, and the set of four computer labs (which collectively count as the fourth assessment). When calculating your final grade, I will only use your best three out of four assessments. So your top three assessments will each contribute 20% to your final grade (in other words, your lowest assessment, whether that be a single test or the collection of labs, will not be used in your final mark calculation).
Acadmic Accommodation of Students with Disabilities Students who require academic accommodation must contact Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to make arrangements with a Program Coordinator. Academic accommodations must be arranged for each term of study. Student Accessibility Services can be contacted by phone 905-525-9140 ext. 28652 or e-mail sas@mcmaster.ca. For further information, consult McMaster University's Policy for Academic Accommodation of Students with Disabilities.
Academic Accommodation for Religious, Indigenous and Spiritual Observances Students requiring academic accommodation based on religion and spiritual observances should follow the procedures set out in the Course Calendar or by their respective Faculty. In most cases, the student should contact his or her professor or academic advisor as soon as possible to arrange accommodations for classes, assignments, tests and examinations that might be affected by a religious holiday or spiritual observance.
Academic Dishonesty: You are expected to exhibit honesty and use ethical behaviour in all aspects of the learning process. Academic credentials you earn are rooted in principles of honesty and academic integrity. Academic dishonesty is to knowingly act or fail to act in a way that results or could result in unearned academic credit or advantage. This behaviour can result in serious consequences, e.g. the grade of zero on an assignment, loss of credit with a notation on the transcript (notation reads: "Grade of F assigned for academic dishonesty"), and/or suspension or expulsion from the university. It is your responsibility to understand what constitutes academic dishonesty. For information on the various types of academic dishonesty please refer to the Academic Integrity Policy, located at http://www.mcmaster.ca/academicintegrity. The following illustrates only three forms of academic dishonesty: |