MATH 1160: Elementary Applied Calculus

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite: MATH 1111, MATH 1113, or By Placement
Uses techniques of college algebra and elementary calculus to analyze and model real world phenomena. The emphasis will be on applications using an intuitive approach to the mathematics rather than formal development. Topics include graphs, derivatives, and integrals of functions. The course incorporates collaborative learning, oral and written reports, and technology.

Notes: This course is not intended for majors within the College of Science and Mathematics or the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Evaluate limits of functions and determine the continuity of functions.
Find derivatives of algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential functions.
Evaluate integrals of basic algebraic and exponential functions.
Solve applied problems using derivatives and integrals, such as graphing, optimization, elasticity of demand, exponential growth and decay, the area between curves, average value, accumulated present and future value, and consumers’ and producers’ surplus.