MTH 251 - Calculus

Institution:

Lane Community College

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Description:

5 credits Prerequisite: MTH 112 or equivalent courses with a grade of "C-" or better or pass a placement test through the Testing Office. Prerequisite grades or test scores must have been completed within the past four terms. A first-term calculus course including a review of algebra and trigonometry followed by development of the derivative from the perspective of rate of change, slope of the tangent line, and numerical and graphical limits of the difference quotient. The difference quotient is used as a basis for formulating analytical methods that include the product, quotient, and power rules; implicit differentiation; and procedures for differentiating polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Analytical, graphical, and numerical methods are used to support one another in developing the course material. Opportunities are provided for students to work in groups, verbalize concepts with one another, pursue guided project activities, and explore concepts and applications using technology. The use of a programmable graphing calculator is required.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Lanecc.edu

Phone Number:

(541) 463-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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