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Math 120 syllabus

Calculus and its Applications

Course Description: Introduction to calculus with an emphasis on problem solving and applications. Key concepts are presented graphically, numerically and algebraically, although the stress is on a clear understanding of graphs and tabular data. The course covers: algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions, their properties and their use in modeling; the concepts of derivative and definite integral and applications. Credit for both MA 120 and MA 125 not allowed. MA 120 is not a prerequisite for subsequent calculus courses. Core Course.

Prerequisites: A02 24 or MMT 080 or MA 112 Minimum Grade of C or MA 113 Minimum Grade of C or MA 115 Minimum Grade of C or S02 560 or S12 580 or SS2 24 
 
Textbook: Brief Calculus and its Applications, 14th edition by Goldstein, Lay, Schneider, and Asmar.   Access code for the MyLabsPlus (MLP) course website.             

Calculator: A Texas Instruments TI30XII-S scientific calculator is required.

Learning outcomes: Upon the successful completion of the course a student will:
Understand the concept of the derivative as a rate of change and as a slope.
Compute simple derivatives using the rules of differentiation.
Use the derivative as a tool for applied problems.
Compute simple antiderivatives.
Understand the concept of a definite integral.
 
Learning Outcomes for Quantitative Reasoning: 
Evaluate information presented in mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, words).
Convert relevant information into various mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, words).