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Finite Math and Applied Calculus, Math 2040

Course Description (from the University): MATH2040 Finite Mathematics and Applied Calculus is directed toward students in the bachelor of science in business administration and other disciplines outside of the School of Engineering Math and Science. Topics covered include systems of linear equations, matrices, linear programming, differential calculus, exponential functions and the mathematics of finance. The primary focus is the application of each of these topics. The graphing calculator (TI83) is used throughout the course to discover and to gain insights into the fundamental concepts. 3 credits

I'm teaching two sections of this course.

F: MWF 1:00-1:50 p.m.
G: MWF 2:00-2:50 p.m.

Syllabus -- in Word format

Schedule of Topics -- in Word format
 

Important Dates -- Exam #1a/b Friday, September 30th -- study guide, key
Exam #2a/b Friday, October 28th -- study guide
Take Home Exam due Monday, November 28th (handed out Friday, November 18th) -- study guide, graph paper
Final Exams a/b: Section F: Monday, December 12th 1:30-3:30 study guide
Section G: Thursday, December 15th 1:30-3:30 formula sheet

Homework Assignments Schedule -- in Word format

Email Lists

Section F
Section G

Grade Calculator -- javascript online grade calculator

Announcements:

Tutoring Hours:
Monday 9-2, 3-9
Tuesday 9:30-9
Wednesday 9-2, 3-9
Thursday 12:30-9
Friday 2-5

Bonus Problem Instructions -- Due Wednesday, November 2nd (Word format)

No class Friday, November 11th
Last homework due date moved to Friday, December 9th

Answer Keys

Some additional details can be found on the course page for the class I taught this summer.  However, be aware that the textbook has changed.