Learning Objectives, MAT129: Calculus I
At the end of this course a student will
- Understand the major problems of differential and integral calculus.
- Understand the importance of linear functions in mathematics.
- Understand and recognize other important classes of functions (such as trig and rational functions), and be able to use calculus fluidly with these functions.
- Appreciate how calculus allows us to solve important practical problems in an optimal way.
- Unlearn (if ever learned) the notion that mathematics is all about getting "the right answer";
- Hone the ability to do reality checks on calculations;
- Hone the ability to communicate mathematics.
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