Dr. Christopher Raridan PhD in Mathematics, 2008 The University of Alabama Assistant Professor of Mathematics College of Information and Mathematical Sciences 2000 Clayton State Boulevard Morrow, Georgia 30260-0285 |
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to prepare students for calculus, physics, and related technical subjects. Topics include an intensive study of algebraic and transcendental functions accompanied by analytic geometry. Mathematical theory will be supported by appropriate applications. Knowledge of basic algebra and trigonometry is assumed. Students who have not completed a course in trigonometry at the high school or university level should take MATH 1111 and 1112A. COMMON LEARNING OUTCOMES: The primary outcome for a student who successfully completes a MATH 1113 course is that the student will have a reasonable expectation of success in a Calculus I course. In particular, a Calculus I course will anticipate that the student will have a systematic knowledge and understanding of functions. To this end, a student who successfully completes a MATH 1113 course will be able to: 1. Identify the inherent restrictions on the domain of a function. 2. Identify the range of a function. 3. Understand the interconnectedness of various modes of defining a function (numeric, graphical, generalized) and be able to analyze functions from numeric, graphical, and symbolic points of view; shift among them when appropriate; and justify this through inductive or deductive reasoning. 4. Be capable through inductive and deductive reasoning of moving from one to another of those modes of definition. 5. Recognize and apply appropriate functions to solve a variety of applied problems. 6. Use appropriate technology in the evaluation, analysis and synthesis of information in problem-solving situations. |
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