Mathematics and Computer Science at Western Carolina University

Math 152: Engineering Calculus

Revised: November 2006

Course Description

Limits, continuity, derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications. Three semester hours. Prerequisite: Math 146 or placement.

Objectives

To provide an introduction to functions of one variable;
To provide an introduction to the differential calculus of functions of one variable;
To provide students with problem solving skills using the differential calculus;
To expose students to real-life applications of differential calculus from a variety of fields.

Text

Stewart, James. Calculus: concepts and contexts, 2nd edition, Brooks/Cole, 2001.

Grading Procedure

Grading procedures and factors influencing course grade are left to the discretion of individual instructors, subject to general university policy.

Attendance Policy

Attendance policy is left to the discretion of individual instructors, subject to general university policy.

Course Outline

CHAPTER 1 — Functions and Models (7 days)
Sections 1 - 7
CHAPTER 2 — Limits and Derivatives (10 days)
Sections 1 - 10
CHAPTER 3 — Differentiation Rules (8 days)
Sections 1 - 8
CHAPTER 4 — Applications of Differentiation (9 days)
Sections 1 - 9

Math 152: Engineering Calculus

Course Description

Objectives

Text

Grading Procedure

Attendance Policy

Course Outline

CHAPTER 1 — Functions and Models (7 days)

CHAPTER 2 — Limits and Derivatives (10 days)

CHAPTER 3 — Differentiation Rules (8 days)

CHAPTER 4 — Applications of Differentiation (9 days)