A Preparation for Calculus, by Conally, Hughes-Hallet, Gleason, et al. Office hours can be very valuable, so make use of them. Any changes to these hours will be announced in class. You should check your e-mail on a regular basis . Topics included are functions in general, linear exponential, logarithmic, polynomial and trigonometric functions, as well as transformation, composition, and inverses of functions.
Emphasis is on conceptual understanding.
To acquire mathematical skills appropriate to a college level pre-calculus course as demonstrated in examinations . To use computer technology in an appropriate way as an aid to learning mathematics by completing appropriate assignments with computer technology. To learn when it is appropriate to use technology as an aid in mathematical and scientific study. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 6 hours per week studying for every three hours spent in class. Students who spend the minimum time studying usually get lower grades than those who do more than the minimum.