| Catalog Data |
The goals of the course are to teach the student basic concepts of college algebra and trigonometry and important concepts of calculus and its applications. Topics include: linear and quadratic equations; algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs; right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions; the derivative & its interpretations; the definite integral and its interpretations; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; rules of differentiation and integration; and applications of derivatives and integrals. The course requires a graphing calculator and stresses problem solving.
Prerequisite: Math 103 or equivalent
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| Textbook |
Calculus I with Precalculus, a One Year Course, Larson, Hosteller, Edwards, second edition, Houghton Mifflin Co., 2006
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| Calculator Policy |
You must use a graphing calculator, such as the TI-89, on assignments and occasionally on tests.
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| Prerequisites |
You should have fundamental skills in college algebra.
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| Goals |
You will learn fundamental concepts of college algebra, trigonometry, calculus and their applications. In particular, you will learn basic concepts of functions, differentiation and integration. You will improve your skills in problem solving and analytical reasoning.
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Syllabus |
| Topic |
Chapter |
| Functions and their graphs |
1 |
| Polynomials and rational functions |
2
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| Limits and their properties |
3 |
| Differentiation |
4 |
| Applications of differentiation |
5 |
| Integration |
6 |
| Exponential and logarithmic functions |
7 |
| Exponential and logarithmic functions and calculus |
8 |
| Trigonometric functions |
9 |
| Analytic trigonometry |
10 |
| Trigonometric functions and calculus |
11 |
| Advanced topics in trigonometry |
12 |
| Tests |
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| Final Exam |
The final exam is comprehensive and departmental. It consists of two parts. In the first part, you can not use a calculator. In the second part, you may use a calculator
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| Resources |
The Math Center located in Cooper WIlson 321 offers free tutoring in calculus.
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| Attendance |
You must attend class regularly. |
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