Differential Equations

differential equations

COURSE SYLLABUS FALL 2014 (201510)

COURSE INFORMATION

Course: MATH 2613 Elementary Differential Equations

Call #10841 Sec: 390 Credit Hours: 3 Room: Internet

Catalog Description: Solutions and applications of first order ordinary differential equations by symbolic and numerical methods. Solutions and applications of second order linear equations. Series solutions, Laplace transforms, and higher order equations with constant coefficients and an introduction to systems of differential equations.

Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 2134 with a grade of “C” or better.

Textbook and Other Materials: A First Course in Differential Equations, 10th edition, Zill, Brooks-Cole Publishers;

The textbook is fully on-line at the publisher’s web site. The Web Assign link in our course on Blackboard will take you to the publisher’s website where you can get the book and access code in various combinations. An access code is required to do the homework on-line. The book is available for rent and in an e-book version. You may also purchase it at the SEC bookstore. ISBN for the textbook bundled with Enhanced Web Assign is 9781305049628; if you would like to purchase just the Enhanced Web Assign and use the eBook the ISBN is 9781285858296.

A working and reliable computer with fast internet connectivity is a must!

A graphing calculator IS REQUIRED for some assignments. The TI-89 will be most useful.

Access to the course is also available at any TCC Math Lab!

Instructor Information

Instructor: Linda Houston

Office Hours:

On Campus: By appointment

On-line: I will check my email twice a day - once in the morning, once in the afternoon.

Email:

Office: Tulsa Community College

10300 E 81st Street South

Tulsa, OK 74133

Room 8251

Office Telephone: 918-595-8659

Home Telephone: 580-332-2221

Cell: 918-977-1446

TO CONTACT THE DIVISION OFFICE:

Division: Science and Mathematics
Associate Dean: Lyn Kent
Office: SEC 8125
Phone Number: 918-595-7742 / TO CONTACT ACADEMIC & CAMPUS SERVICES:
Director: Susan Burlew
Office: SEC 2202
Phone: 918-595-7673

Following instructions, READING THE SYLLABUS, and being self-disciplined are vital for successful completion of this course!

It is the student's responsibility to initiate any action requiring special arrangements. Realize it takes time to coordinate and to implement these arrangements so advance planning is essential. Students with circumstances requiring special consideration are encouraged to visit me during the first week of school. This timely approach will allow a clear plan of action to be established within the guidelines of the school and documented through the counseling office to insure equal access and opportunity.

EXPECTATIONS: This is a three hour class so be aware that you may need to spend at least 10 hours a week and maybe up to 20 hours per week on the course work to be successful in this class. You must stay abreast of the lessons to be successful. You may work ahead but you may not get behind. If you have any questions, please email me at .

TEACHING METHODS: Course work will be done on the computer using WebAssign (WA). It is imperative to stay abreast of current topics as listed on the Calendar. Students are expected to seek help over material they don’t understand by contacting the Instructor via emailat , visiting a Math Lab, OR studying with peers. You may also contact me by phone at one of the numbers listed in this syllabus.

COURSE OBJECTIVES: By the end of the semester the student will have an understanding of and be able to apply concepts related to the following:

1. Solutions and applications of 1st order equations.

2. Solutions and applications of 2nd order linear equations.

3. Series solutions and Laplace transforms.

4. Higher order equations with constant coefficients.

5. Introduction to systems.

COURSE OUTLINE: For a list of sections that will be covered, go to Course Information in Blackboard or see the assigned homework in WA.

EVALUATION TECHNIQUES: All course work will be done through WA and will be graded there. Grades will be transferred to Blackboard by the end of the semester where your final grade will be posted. Evaluation of student performance will be based upon scores received in the following areas:

Grading System

Your course grade will be determined by the total number of points earned on the following:

Homework assignments100

4 Exams (100 points each)400

Total points possible500 pts.

The grading will be based on the following point scale:

A = 448 - 500

B = 398 - 447

C = 348 - 397

D = 298 - 347

F = below 298

Exam Dates

Exam 1: Tuesday, September 9

Exam 2: Tuesday, October 7

Exam 3: Tuesday, November 4

Exam 4: Tuesday, December 9

NOTE: THERE WILL BE ABSOLUTELY NO MAKEUPS ON EXAMS. If you can’t take it on the due date, you will have to take it early! NO EXCEPTIONS OF ANY KIND FOR ANY REASON, SO DON’T ASK!

TESTS: All tests will be on-line and PROCTORED at one of TCC’s Testing Centers. If you live out of the Tulsa area you may find a proctor in your area to administer your test. You should contact your instructor immediately if this is the situation. You may not use notes or your textbook while taking the test. Scratch paper will be provided and will have to be turned in when you are through taking the test. CALCULATORS WILL BE ALLOWED! You will need to be ready to sit through the entire test with no breaks. The program will not allow for you to stop and restart later. You will be given only one chance to take the test, so do not make a mistake when starting the test. Make sure you know your user name and password to log in to WA.

MATHEMATICS LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER: The TCC Math Labs are a great place to go for help.You may access the course web site using any one of the labs computers, each will have all necessary plug-ins installed. The Lab also has various study aids specific to topics in this course. There are videos and self-paced tutorial computer programs for other textbooks that you can use as well. Friendly Lab Assistants are on staff to assist you with your questions. Students are encouraged to take advantage of thisFREEfacility. No appointments are needed. Please be sure to sign in and out and follow lab rules concerning food in the computer areas. For the Math Lab hours, sign in to Blackboard and look under the “Course Information” button. Call the lab you plan to visit for current hours as they are subject to change.

COMPUTER SERVICES ACCEPTABLE USE: Access to computing resources is a privilege granted to all TCC faculty, staff, and students. Use of TCC computing resources is limited to purposes related to the College's mission of education, research, and community service. Student use of technology is governed by the Computer Services Acceptable Use Statements/Standards found in the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook. These handbooks may be obtained by contacting any Student Activities or Dean of Student Services office.

LATE ASSIGNEMENT & MAKE-UP POLICY: Tests may not be made up or taken late! THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY, THERFORE DO NOT ASK!

ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION POLICY: Students are expected to actively participate on a weekly basis. It is the student’s responsibility to keep up to date on all assignments and aware of all announcements made throughout the semester. Failure to actively participate may result in dismissal from the class or a grade of “F”.

WITHDRAWAL, AUDIT, AND IMCOMPLETE POLICY: To withdraw from class, a student should initiate an official withdrawal through the counseling office; non-participation does not constitute official withdrawal. Failure of active participation in the class may result in the student receiving a “WN” after two weeks of non-participation. Issuing an “AW”, administrative withdrawal, is at the discretion of the Instructor and is not intended to replace a failing grade.

To request a change to Audit, a student must be maintaining a passing grade.

Incompletes will not be given under any circumstances.

The last day to withdraw or change to an audit for the fall 2014 semester is Friday, November 7, 2014.

Course Withdrawal: The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class. Check the TCC Academic Calendar for the deadline that applies to the course(s). Begin the process with a discussion with the faculty member assigned to the course. Contact the Advisement Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course ('W' grade) or to change from Credit to Audit. Withdrawal and/or change to an audit from a course after the drop/add period can alter the financial aid award for the current and future semesters. Students may receive an outstanding bill from TCC if the recalculation leaves a balance due to TCC. Students who stop participating in the course and fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid consequences for the student.

COMMUNICATIONS:

Email: All TCC students receive a designated TCC Outlook address (ex: ). All communications to you about TCC and course assignments will be sent to your TCC Outlook email address; and you must use TCC Outlook email to send email to, and receive email from, the instructor regarding this course.

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Require the student to redo an assignment or test, or require the student to complete a substitute assignment or test;
Record a "zero" for the assignment or test in question;
Recommend to the student that the student withdraw from the class, or administratively withdraw the student from the class;
Record a grade of "F" for the student at the end of the semester. Faculty may request that disciplinary action be taken against a student at the administrative level by submitting such a request to the Dean of Student Services.

Course Drop or Withdrawal:A student who has been found responsible for academic dishonesty in a course may not drop or withdraw from the course. If the student processes a drop or withdrawal from the course, the action will be reversed and the appropriate grade will be recorded on the student's transcript.

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INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT: Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in the TCC Catalog, TCC Student Handbook, TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook, and semester information listed in the Class schedule.

TCC GENERAL EDUCATION GOAL STATEMENT: The General Education Goals are designed to ensure that graduates of Tulsa Community College have the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to carry them successfully through their work and their personal lives. General Education Goals relevant to this course include Critical thinking and Effective Communication.

Tobacco Free College: Tulsa Community College is a Tobacco Free college in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 2012-01 and Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes, Section 1-1523 which prohibits smoking or the use of any tobacco products in all public places, in any indoor workplace, and all vehicles owned by the State of Oklahoma and all of its agencies and instrumentalities. This Order includes property leased, rented, or owned by TCC including, but not limited to, all grounds, buildings, facilities, and parking lots. Tulsa Community College’s policy includes a tobacco free environment on all campus and off-campus locations conducting TCC credit or non-credit classes. The TCC Campus Police is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Tobacco-Free Environment Policy. Violations of the policy may be addressed through issuance of campus or state citations.

SYLLABUS CHANGES: Occasionally, changes to the syllabus may be necessary. Students will be notified of any changes to the syllabus in writing.