MATH 1020
Business Calculus I
Course Information and Policies
The course policies, course calendar and syllabus information have all been combined, as of Fall 2025, into one document which is found on your Canvas page for this course using the "Simple Syllabus" link on the left side. As a general idea here is an example of MATH 1020/1021 syllabus for Mrs. Simms' sections for Fall 2026:
MATH 1020/1021 Simple Syllabus (Simms)Please be sure to get the syllabus for your section with your instructor's information from Canvas using "Simple Syllabus" link on the left.
Note: required materials are listed in the syllabus document.
Second note: Canvas should be the primary source of information about MATH 1020/1021 for those enrolled in MATH 1020/1021. This purpose of this page is mainly for those needing course information before Canvas is published or those not enrolled in MATH 1020/1021 in the current semester.
Daily Course Schedule
The general MATH 1020/1021 course calendar can be found in the Course Syllabus document (see example above). It contains dates for lecture checks, learning activities, Edfinity HW, reviews, and tests along with pertinent university academic calendar dates.
A course calendar specific to the section of MATH 1020/1021 that you are enrolled in can be found in Canvas. This section specific course calendar will also contain your section instructor's office hours.
Course Learning Objectives
Course Learning Objectives can be found in the MATH 1020/1021 Course Syllabus (see example above).
Also curriculum specific section objectives are presented in each section of the Modern Business Calculus I lecture guide.
Exam Information
Tests in MATH 1020 Fall 2026 will use Edfinity through Canvas. Lockdown Browser is required for all students.
In person proctoring is expected. See the Course Syllabus (example above) for course policies concerning needs for alternate testing or delay of testing.
All students will practice Lockdown Browser/Respondus Monitor with second camera requirement during the sample Testing Session/Calculator Quiz on Wednesday September 2, 2026 with 7:00 pm start. There will be an announcement in Canvas with details about this quiz. It is important for all students to read and follow this file about testing procedures in detail for the Sample Testing Session/Calculator Quiz.
Regular tests are at 7:00 pm Wednesdays
Test 1 September 16, 2026
Test 2 October 21, 2026
Test 3 November 18, 2026
Final Exam December 9, 2026
Previous Exams
Effective Fall 2026, because the test format used now in Edfinity is significantly different from "paper tests" used in this course in the past (2019 and before) previous tests will no longer be avaiable here.
In Canvas, for each unit, you will be given access to a review assignment and an announcement with advice on what to review for the test. Study by reading and re-working problems from the Lecture Guide, your Learning Actiivites, and the review documents. Be sure to use all resources available for your review and ask questions of your instructor, your PAL leaders, ASC tutors, and your fellow students as you prepare for each test.
Homework Platform
Effective Summer II 2024, MATH 1020 will use Edfiity for online HW. More information can be found in Math 1020/1021 Course Syllabus.
Additional Resources
I. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS regarding Required Course Materials
Q: I have a TI-89/TI-92/TI-Nspire calculator. Can I use it for this course?
A: No. Math 1020 requires a TI-84 Plus (or SE or CSE or CE) or TI-83 Plus calculator.
No exceptions will be made.
II. Clemson's Academic Success Center
Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) sessions available as a complement to the course lectures. You PAL leader has taken Math 1020 in the past and can share tips and tricks for success. The PAL leader will also be working closely with your instructor to ensure you are equipped with the right tools to support your learning. Sessions are a great way to stay current with course content and learn from other students. You can take advantage of this valuable resource by watching for emails and announcements from your PAL leader. If your schedule does not allow you to attend those sessions, you can find additional PAL sessions by visiting the ASC website (
https://www.clemson.edu/asc/) and clicking on the orange "Visit PAL Website" button on the right.
This course is supported by the
Academic Success Center tutoring program. The ASC tutors have completed and done well in Math 1020, and they understand the concepts well enough to help you work through questions you may have. The ASC tutoring program is certified by the College Reading and Learning Association, which means that our tutors are trained to share learning and study strategies during the tutorial sessions. While tutors will not complete/correct homework for you or help you on take-home tests or quizzes, they will help you understand and reinforce concepts that you are learning in your classes. For more information, visit
https://www.clemson.edu/asc/cources/tutoring/index.html.
Course Coordinator: Donna M. Simms, dsimms@clemson.edu
