MT 152 - Calculus

Institution:

Alverno College

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Description:

Prereq. High school precalculus, advanced mathematics, or MT 148 - The student studies functions and their rates of change in the context of applied problems, using the ideas and techniques of differential calculus. Topics include derivatives of elementary functions (polynomial, exponential, rational, logarithmic, trigonometric) and their compositions in a variety of representations (graphical, numeric, and symbolic); limits; differential equations as mathematical models for changing phenomena; and antidifferentiation. The student develops her problem-solving, analytic, and communication skills by working both independently and collaboratively to understand, formulate, and solve problems from a variety of disciplines such as physics, chemistry, biology, social science, and management. Computers and calculators are used as tools for computation, communication, and exploration of mathematical ideas.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alverno.edu

Phone Number:

(414) 382-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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