Indietro2023 Fall Precalculus Syllabus and Course Structure
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Course Overview
Introduction to Precalculus
This syllabus outlines the structure, expectations, and topics for the 2023 Fall Precalculus course at Rutgers University-Newark. The course is designed to prepare students for calculus and higher mathematics by focusing on functions, their graphs, and related algebraic concepts.
Course Description: Study of functions and their graphs, including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Emphasis on algebraic manipulation, graphing, and applications.
Prerequisites: Completion of College Algebra or equivalent.
Textbook: Required textbook and online homework system (MyLabMath).
Calculator: Scientific calculator required.
Tutoring: Free tutoring available through the Rutgers Learning Center.
Course Topics
Main Chapters Covered
The course covers the following chapters, which align with standard Precalculus curriculum:
Ch. 1: Graphs
Ch. 2: Functions and Their Graphs
Ch. 3: Linear and Quadratic Functions
Ch. 4: Polynomial and Rational Functions
Ch. 5: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Ch. 6: Trigonometric Functions
Ch. 7: Analytic Trigonometry
Ch. 8: Applications of Trigonometric Functions
Ch. 9: Polar Coordinates; Vectors
Ch. 10: Analytic Geometry
Ch. 11: Systems of Equations and Inequalities
Ch. 12: Sequences; Induction; the Binomial Theorem
Ch. 13: Counting and Probability
Ch. 14: A Preview of Calculus: The Limit, Derivative, and Integral of a Function
Course Structure and Grading
Grading Breakdown
Your final grade will be determined by the following components:
Component | Percentage |
|---|---|
Homework | 15% |
Midterm Assessments (4 at 11% each) | 44% |
Final Exam | 41% |
Assessment Details
Homework: Regular assignments submitted online, accounting for 15% of the grade.
Midterm Assessments: Four assessments, each worth 11%, covering major topics throughout the semester.
Final Exam: Comprehensive, covering all course material, worth 41% of the final grade.
Course Calendar
Weekly Topics and Assessments
Week | Dates | Topics of Discussion | Assessments |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 9/1 - 9/7 | Syllabus, Diagnostics, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4 | HW#1 (Chapters 1) |
2 | 9/8 - 9/14 | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 | |
3 | 9/15 - 9/21 | 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2 | Assessment 1 (Ch. 1, 2) |
4 | 9/22 - 9/28 | 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2 | |
5 | 9/29 - 10/5 | 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 5.1 | Assessment 2 (Ch. 3, 4) |
6 | 10/6 - 10/12 | 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 | |
7 | 10/13 - 10/19 | 6.3, 6.4, 7.1, 7.2 | Assessment 3 (Ch. 5, 6) |
8 | 10/20 - 10/26 | 7.3, 7.4, 8.1, 8.2 | |
9 | 10/27 - 11/2 | 8.3, 9.1, 9.2, 9.3 | Assessment 4 (Ch. 7, 8, 9) |
10 | 11/3 - 11/9 | 10.1, 10.2, 11.1, 11.2 | |
11 | 11/10 - 11/16 | 12.1, 12.2, 13.1, 13.2 | |
12 | 11/17 - 11/23 | 14.1, 14.2, Review | THANKSGIVING |
13 | 11/24 - 11/30 | Comprehensive Final Exam | Final Exam |
Policies and Support
Academic Integrity
Honesty: Students are expected to adhere to university policies regarding academic integrity.
Make-Up Assessments: Only permitted for documented emergencies.
Accommodations and Support Services
Disability Services: Students requiring accommodations should contact the Office of Disability Services.
Additional Support: Resources available for counseling, gender and sexuality support, and interpersonal violence prevention.
Additional Information
Bonus Points: LP participation points may be awarded for attendance and engagement.
Contact: Professor and office hours listed for student support.
