Pure Math course covers Properties of Functions and their Graphs, Use of functions to model real world situations, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, inverse relationship between them, Graphical, Geometric and Algebraic properties of the Trigonometric Functions. It also includes Basic concepts on Statistics and Probability
Pure Math course covers Properties of Functions and their Graphs, Use of functions to model real world situations, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, inverse relationship between them, Graphical, Geometric and Algebraic properties of the Trigonometric Functions. It also includes Basic concepts on Statistics and Probability
AIMS
This course aims to ensure that students are equipped with the mathematical background, knowledge and skills necessary to meet the cognitive and practical requirements of higher education studies in Engineering, Applied Sciences and in a variety of academic disciplines where mathematics plays a vital role.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Describe the definition of a function and its graph. Solve the quadratic equations by formulae and with a software of Microsoft Mathematics 4.0.
Define and manipulate exponential and logarithmic functions and solve problems arising from real life applications.
Analyze the trigonometric and circular functions.
Demonstrate an understanding of trigonometric identities and solve oblique triangles in Real life applications by Law of Sines and Cosines.
Define and formulate the basic concepts of statistics and probability.
Manage Time, accept responsibility, carry out
research skills, take notes and develop presentation skills.
ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING
Assessment
Percentage of final mark (%)
Participation
05
Portfolio
10
Quizzes
15
Assignments
10
Mid-Term Exam
20
Final-Term Exam
40
TOTAL
100%
Core text/s:
Pure Math Study Material
Library Resources:
Title of book: Precalculus Mathematics for Calculus, Authors: JAMES STEWART, LOTHAR REDLIN AND SALEEM WATSON.
Title of book: Active Mathematics; Authors: B.V. HONY AND D.A TURNER.
Title of book: Mathematics for the Future; Authors: JIM MILLER AND GRAHAM NEWMAN.
Title of book: Extended Mathematics; Author: COLIN NYE.
Title of book: Applied Calculus 11th – edition: Authors: HOFFMANN, BRADLEY, SOBECKI AND PRICE.
A’Sharqiyah University (ASU) is a private institution of higher education located in the north of the A’Sharqiyah region of the Sultanate of Oman. It is located in Ibra 150 km from Muscat, the capital. It was established in 2009 by Ministerial Decision (78/2009) issued by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.
