Department of Mathematics

MAC 2312 Calculus With Analytic Geometry II

Instructor: Paul J. Fernandez        Office: Building 4, Room 241        Phone: (407) 582-2755

E-mail: pfernandez@valenciacc.edu       Web: http://faculty.valenciacc.edu/pfernandez

Note:  Will communicate mainly through the Atlas e-mail. If you do not check your Atlas e-mail on a regular basis, please forward your Atlas e-mail to your personal e-mail. To do so, go to your Atlas e-mail. Under the Options tab, you will find the Auto Forward link. In there you can write your personal e-mail . That will forward your atlas e-mails to that e-mail.

When you e-mail me, please write in the subject of your e-mail Calculus II so that your e-mail will have priority. To protect my computer from computer viruses, I will delete without opening any e-mail with no subject.

Student Engagement Hours (office hours):  

On-campus hours (Bldg. 4-241 East Campus):

TR 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Online hours (Fernandez’s email):

MW  9:00 – 11:00 a.m., F  9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

*Individual appointments are available upon request. 

Teaching Philosophy:

My role is to lead and guide you into learning. Since I care about your academic success, I will be providing you a quality-learning environment. In this course you will have the opportunity to learn skills that will be relevant to your professional career.

Course  Description:

MAC 2312 Calculus & Analytic Geometry II (5 credit hours)

This is the second course in a three-course sequence intended for Engineering, Science and Math majors. Prerequisite: MAC 2311 Calculus & Analytic Geometry I with C or better. Topics covered are Exponential and Inverse Functions, Techniques of Integration, Further applications of integration, Parametric Equations and Polar Coordinates, and Infinite Sequences and Series.

Required Educational Materials:

Valencia Core competencies: TVCA

Valencia faculty has defined four interrelated competencies (Value, Think, Communicate and Act) that prepare students to succeed in the world community.  These competencies are complex abilities that are essential to lifelong success. This course will help you develop and demonstrate the abilities to (1) think clearly, critically, and creatively; (2) communicate with others verbally and in written form; (3) make reasoned value judgments and responsible commitments; and (4) act purposefully, reflectively, and responsibly.  Due to the nature of these global competencies many problems and activities will be presented in the context of an application.  These applications will require students to select appropriate information from the problem and communicate effectively how to arrive at an appropriate solution.

Attendance:

Attendance will be taken every day. Regular attendance and class participation are significant factors that promote success in this course. Students are expected to attend every class, be punctual and complete all the assignments. Students are responsible for all class materials and any announcement made in class whether or not you are present. Students with more than 3 unexcused absences may be withdrawn from the class. Please let me know if you have to be absent. 

Tardiness:

All classes start at the time indicated on your class schedule. Being late to class or leaving early is a disruption and is discourteous to your professor and to the students. Students to persist on being tardy or leaving early will be dealt with on an individual basis. Please let me know if you have to be late or leave early. 

Class Participation:

Students are encouraged to participate actively and ask pertinent questions during class. There will be a brief period at the beginning of each class to answer homework related questions.

Homework:

Completion of homework is crucial to the student’s success in this course. After each class, you need to spend considerable amount of time working the homework assignment before attending the next class period. Failure to do so will result in you falling behind.

Evaluation:

There will be 4 in class tests and a comprehensive final. All tests are comprehensive with emphasis of the most recently completed material. Test problems are similar to homework problems, examples on the book and/or examples worked in class.  You should be prepared to take a quiz every day. These are to monitor your progress in the class. Tests will be one (1) grade each, quizzes/homework will be one (1) grade  and the comprehensive final will be one (1) grade.  Grades will be based on 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90-100 being D, C, B and A respectively.

Students that stop coming to class without withdrawing or do not take the final exam will receive a grade of "WF. Students that withdraw after withdrawal deadline will receive a WP or WF based upon the student’s average at the last day of attendance.  WF counts as an F.

Make-ups:    

No make-up test will be given.  If a (one) schedule test is missed because of a medical emergency or legal situation, your final exam grade will be used in place of the missed test score.

Academic Honesty:

All students are expected to be in complete compliance with Valencia College’s policies on academic honesty (6Hx28: 8-11; see the Valencia College website for details on this policy: Policies and Procedures - Valencia College). Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to: plagiarism, cheating, furnishing false information, forgery, alteration or misuse of documents, misconduct during a testing situation and misuse of identification with intent to defraud or deceive. In no instance will dishonesty of any type be tolerated in this course. Students who violate any of Valencia’s academic honesty policies will risk penalties that can go from receiving a grade of “F” (with a 'Dishonesty' note in your transcript) to dismissal from class and/or expulsion from the college. The professor reserves the right to determine the appropriate penalties within the aforementioned policies

Classroom Behavior:

Valencia Community College is dedicated to promoting honorable personal and social conduct. By enrolling at Valencia, a student assumes the responsibility for knowing and abiding by the rules articulated in the Student Code of Conduct (6Hx28-10-03 ). The instructor reserves the right to refer students who engage in activities that are disruptive to the learning environment to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action. The following list, though not exhaustive, includes things which are disruptive to the learning environment:
Use of any electronic devices including but not restricted to: Cell phones, iPods, and laptop computers (documentation from OSD will be taken into consideration).

Preparing homework for other courses during class.

Engaging in private conversations with classmates while class is in session.

Excessive tardiness

Leaving and re-entering the classroom while the class is in session.

In addition, Valencia Community College strives to provide a drug-free learning environment for all those involved in the academic experience. Our policy is as follows:  

Policy: In compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989, Valencia Community College will take such steps as are necessary in order to adopt and implement a program to prevent the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by Valencia Community College students or employees on college premises or as part of any college activity.

Student with Disabilities:

Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a letter from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first week of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities. The goal at the OSD is to open doors, remove barriers and assist you in any way they can. The key to success is matching your needs to the services provided. Please discuss your individual needs with your instructor. Valencia’s OSD can be found online at http://valenciacollege.edu/osd

OSD contact information per campus:

East: Bldg. 5, Rm. 216, Ph: 407-582-2229, Fax: 407-582-8908, TTY: 407-582-1222

West: SSB, Rm. 102, Ph: 407-582-1523, Fax: 407-582-1326, TTY: 407-582-1222

Osceola: Bldg. 1, Rm. 140A, Ph: 407-582-4167, Fax: 407-582-4804, TTY: 407-582-1222

Winter Park: Bldg.1, Rm. 212, Ph: 407-582-6887, Fax: 407-582-6841, TTY: 407-582-1222

Student Support Services:

Here are some links that you can use for additional help in areas that affect your learning experience at Valencia, such as advising, registration, financial aid, and others:

Answer center: Student Services Office - Valencia College

Career and educational goals: LifeMap - Valencia College

For general information on all student and academic services: Students Directory

For assistance with planning your class schedule, please visit with an academic advisor (if you are seeking an Associate in Arts degree) or with a Career Program Advisor (if you are seeking an Associate in Science degree).

Student Assistance Program:

Valencia College is interested in making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help with issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work. BayCare Behavioral Health Student Assistance Program (SAP) services are free to all Valencia students and available 24 hours a day by calling (800) 878-5470. Free face-to-face counseling is also available.

Important Dates:     

Withdrawal deadline:

Final Exam: 

Tutoring:         There is limited tutoring available at building 4-1st floor of the IMC.

Disclaimer:    This syllabus is subject to changes upon my discretion.