Functions are mathematical objects that arise whenever one quantity depends upon another.
They provide us with powerful models that can be applied to solve problems in a wide variety of disciplines. Calculus II continues the study of the behavior of functions that began in Calculus I, with emphasis on the integration of continuous functions, the calculus of functions presented in parametric and polar forms, and the tests for convergence of infinite sequences and series. Throughout, the course will present the computational techniques associated with each of these models and illustrate the connections between them. Emphasis will also be placed on employing mathematical models to analyze applied problems and interpreting the results of those analyses. In order to assess the extent to which students have assimilated the knowledge and skills necessary for successful completion of this course, I will require students to complete in-class exercises that include several quizzes, three tests, and a cumulative final exam.