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MATH 126 Section 004: Calculus II

Fall 2009

4 Credit Hours
Primary Instructor: Dr. David Halpern
Core Designation: Mathematics
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Prerequisites

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  • MATH 125 (undergrad) with a minimum grade of C-
  • Or
  • MATH 131 (undergrad) with a minimum grade of C-
  • Or
  • MATH 145 (undergrad) with a minimum grade of C-

Course Description

The second course in the three part basic calculus sequence for students majoring in mathematics, science or engineering.  Topics include vectors and the geometry of space, applications of integration, integration techniques, L'Hospital's Rule, improper integrals, infinite series, conic sections, plane curves, parametric equations, and polar coordinates.

Student Learning Outcomes

 

LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR 100- AND 200-LEVEL COURSES:

1)    Students will be able to identify key concepts in the arts, sciences, humanities, or mathematics to provide a broad perspective.

2)    Students will be able to demonstrate effective written communication skills.

 

LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THIS COURSE:

1)    Students will develop a basic understanding of two- and three-dimensional vectors, the geometry of the plane and space, and be able to apply these concepts when working applied problems. 

2)    Students will learn various techniques of integration including integration by parts, trigonometric substitution, and partial fractions decomposition.  

3)    Students will acquire basic skills needed to apply integration techniques to solve a wide range of integration problems. 

4)    Students will develop a basic understanding of infinite series and their applications.

5)    Students will learn how to use parametric equations and polar coordinates.

Required Texts

UA Supply Store Textbook Information

  • STEWART / ESSENTIAL CALCULUS W/ 2 WEB ASSIGN
    (Choose One)
  • STEWART (BEST VALUE) (RENTAL) / (RENTAL) ESSENTIAL CALCULUS: EARLY TRANSCENDENTALS
    (Choose One)
  • STEWART (BEST VALUE) / ESSENTIAL CALCULUS: EARLY TRANSCENDENTALS
    (Choose One)
  • WEB ASSIGN / WEB ASSIGN BC ENHANCED-S FOR MATH/ PH
    (Choose One)