Textbook: Calculus, by D. Hughes-Hallett, A.M. Gleason, et al., 2nd edition, John Wiley & Sons, 1997; TI-83 Graphing calculator.
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Description:
The course presents calculus from three points of view: geometric (graphs); numerical (tables); and algebraic (formulas). Students develop their reading, writing, and questioning skill. The sequence Math 115-116-215 is the standard complete introduction to the concepts and methods of calculus. It is taken by the majority of students intending to major in mathematics, science, or engineering as well as students heading for many other fields. The emphasis is on concepts and solving problems rather than theory and proof.
Course Topics:
Functions and graphs Derivatives and their application to real-life problems in various fields Limits and formal differentiation Products, powers, quotients, implicit differentiation Curve sketching, inflections Maxima and minima Definite integrals, applications to polynomial functions
Course Objectives:
To teach students calculus from geometric, numerical and algebraic perspectives. To foster the development of reading, writing and questioning skills.
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