Mathematics 104 - Calculus:Concepts and History

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Haverford College

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NA/QU (Cross-listed in Independent College Programs) J.Tecosky-Feldman An introduction to the history and development of the ideas of calculus, one of the most beautiful and useful creations of the human intellect. Beginning with a study of achievements of Archimedes and his predecessors, the course will follow the historical progression of the concepts of function, derivative and integral, including developments, such as fractals. In addition to regular problem sets, students will be required to write essays explaining the important concepts of the course. This course is suitable for students interested in a nontechnical survey of the ideas of calculus. In particular, it does not cover the same amount of material as MATH 113, and cannot substitute for MATH 113 in any course requiring MATH 113 as a prerequisite (such as MATH 114). Prerequisite: Not ordinarily open to students who have studied calculus previously. Offered occasionally.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.haverford.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 896-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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