MATHEMATICAL MODELING - MATH 1101 (3 Credit Hours)
Description: This course is an introduction to mathematical modeling using graphical, numerical, symbolic, and verbal techniques to describe and explore real-world data and phenomena. Emphasis is on the use of elementary functions to investigate and analyze applied problems and questions, supported by the use of appropriate technology, and on effective communications of quantitative concepts and results.
Prerequisites: None
Course Structure:
- Lesson 1 - Introduction To Functions
- Lesson 2 - Properties And Applications Of Functions
- Lesson 3 - Linear Functions
- Lesson 4 - Quadratic Functions
- Lesson 5 - Polynomial Functions
- Lesson 6 - Exponential Functions
- Lesson 7 - Logarithmic Functions
- Lesson 8 - Piecewise-Defined Functions
- Lesson 9 - Matrices And Systems Of Equations
Course Objectives:
- Understand the concept and basic properties of functions.
- Understand the concept and basic properties of linear functions
- Understand the concept and basic properties of quadratic functions
- Understand the concept and basic properties of polynomials
- Understand the concept and properties of exponential functions
- Understand the concept and basic properties of logarithms
- Understand the concept and basic properties of matrices
- Understand the concept and basic properties of piecewise-defined functions
Also Required:
TI-84 calculator with GraphLink cabling/software