With instructor approval, other calculators with the same capabilities may be used. The TI-82 is available in the college bookstore for rental with an option to purchase or for purchase outright and is also available from retail stores. Instructors will be provided a TI-82 by the department for use during quarters they are teaching Math 118. TI-82 display units are available in the department office. These allow overhead projection with display exactly as on the student's calculator.
Some instruction is needed on use of the calculator.
1. graph equations in both rectangular and polar coordinates with an appropriate viewing window 2. The video tapes allow stopping so students can try skills. The TI-82 manual is a resource also. The problem numbers listed after each section in the course outline indicate a minimum level course. You may choose additional problems as time permits.