4 Credits
This is a preparatory course in the calculus sequence where functions will be explored geometrically, numerically, symbolically, and in written form through verbal descriptions. Emphasis will be placed on modeling of real-life problems using different types of functions such as linear, higher-degree-polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Students will develop algebraic proficiency and inquiry through reading, writing, and problem solving in an interactive classroom environment
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Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
- Interpret the concept of functions, related properties, and rate of change.
- Investigate elementary functions such as linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and their related properties.
- Model real world situations using functions and system of equations.
- Express functions from multiple perspectives.
- Perform basic transformations for graphing functions.
- Solve equations and inequalities related to functions.
- Solve system of equations in two and three variables.
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- General Master Course Syllabus
- General Course Schedule Outline
- Duration: 15-16 weeks
- Workload: About 10-12 hours a week
- Modality: Face-to-face
- Assessments
- 45 % (homework, quizzes, unit reviews, in-class engagement)
- 55 % (four unit tests and one cumulative final exam)
- Textbook (Inclusive access available to students who register for the course. Check with your instructor)
- Some formulas and concept review
- Practice and Past Unit Tests and Final Exams
- Practice Problem GN 1 (PP GN1). See Survey