Applied Math course includes Functions and Graphs; Quadratic Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Solving Quadratic, Exponential and Logarithmic Equations and logarithmic Inequalities. Solving simple real-life problems involving linear, Quadratic and Exponential function graphically and algebraically and compare simple and compound interest and relates compound interest to exponential growth. System of linear equations and linear Inequalities and their graphical representation to determine the set of solutions, it also covers Basic Concepts of Statistics and Probability and formulas for permutations and combinations.
Applied Math course includes Functions and Graphs; Quadratic Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Solving Quadratic, Exponential and Logarithmic Equations and logarithmic Inequalities. Solving simple real-life problems involving linear, Quadratic and Exponential function graphically and algebraically and compare simple and compound interest and relates compound interest to exponential growth. System of linear equations and linear Inequalities and their graphical representation to determine the set of solutions, it also covers Basic Concepts of Statistics and Probability and formulas for permutations and combinations.
AIMS
This course aims to enable the students to develop the skills and knowledge of science facts and real-world phenomena using mathematical methods. Applied mathematics involves the application of mathematics, to problem which arises in various areas, e.g., applied science, economic analysis, or other diverse areas. Applied Math develops new or improved methods to meet the challenges of new problems.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Describe the definition of a function and its graph.
Solve linear, quadratic functions graphically and algebraically.
Solve exponential and logarithmic functions graphically and algebraically. Solve exponential, logarithmic equations and inequalities.
Solve system of linear equations and inequalities in two variables.
Describe 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
E-Portfolio
10
Quizzes
15
Assignments
10
Mid-Term Exam
20
Final-Term Exam
40
TOTAL
100%
Core text/s
Applied Math Study Material
Library Resources
Title of book: Pre-calculus 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.
Title of book: Introductory Mathematical Analysis, Thirteenth Edition, Authors: Ernest F. Haeussler, Richard S. Paul, Richard J. Wood.
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