| Catalog Data |
The course contains introductory topics in mathematics for students in business. Topics include functions; graphs; linear, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic models and an introduction to differential and integral calculus.
Prerequisite: Math 105 or Math 117.
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| Textbook |
Finite Mathematics and Applied Calculus, Frank C. Wilson, Houghton Mifflin, 2007
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| Calculator Policy |
You must use a graphing calculator, such as the Texas Instruments Model 83 plus or Model 84, on assignments and occasionally on tests.
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| Prerequisites |
You should have fundamental skills in college algebra at the level of Math 100 and of college math at the level of Math 105.
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| Goals |
You will learn fundamental concepts of functions and their graphs and concepts of calculus and their applications.
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Syllabus |
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Sections |
Classes |
Functions and the Derivative
Explain a function; determine its domain and its range; draw its graph. Describe an average rate of change. Describe an instantaneous rate of change. Calculate the slope of a secant line to a curve. Calculate the slope of a tangent line to a curve. Find the rate of change of a function. Interpret the derivative
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9.1-5 |
10 4 |
Differentiation Techniques
Use rules to find a derivative of a function. Interpret the derivative in applied problems.
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10.1-4 |
10 4
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Derivative Applications
Find the roots of a derivative. Interpret these roots. Find the maxima and minima of a function with its first derivative. Find inflection points of a function with its second derivative. Work problems involving applications of maxima and minima.
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11.1-3 |
8 2
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The Integral and its Applications
Find the algebraic antiderivative of a function with rules. Approximate the area under a function with area of rectangles. Explain the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Measure the effects of change by evaluating the definite integral.
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12.1,3-5 |
10 4
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| Tests |
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4 2
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| Total |
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42 16
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| Final Exam |
The final exam is comprehensive and departmental.
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| Resources |
The
Math Center
located in Cooper Wilson 321 offers free tutoring in calculus.
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| Attendance |
You should attend class regularly |
Academics