
First Semester Calculus for Students of Mathematics and Related Disciplines
Cognella, Inc (Publisher)
Published on 30. May 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
732 pages
978-1-5165-4227-7 (ISBN)
Description
First Semester Calculus for Students of Mathematics and Related Disciplines equips students with a working knowledge of the fundamental principles of calculus. The book provides an engaging and accessible entry point into a critical field of study. It prepares students for more advanced courses in calculus and also helps them understand how to apply basic principles of calculus to solve problems within a wide range of disciplines, including business, biology, engineering, science, liberal arts, and mathematics.
The text employs rigorous treatment of early calculus topics and detailed explanations to facilitate greater understanding and connection with the material. Over the course of five chapters, students learn about symbolic logic, continuity and limits, derivatives, mathematical and real-world applications of derivatives, and antiderivatives and their applications. Throughout, students are provided with rich guidance and copious opportunities to deepen their personal understanding of the subject matter.
Highly readable and applicable, First Semester Calculus for Students of Mathematics and Related Disciplines is an ideal resource for a variety of courses that apply concepts of calculus to solve mathematical and real-world problems.
The text employs rigorous treatment of early calculus topics and detailed explanations to facilitate greater understanding and connection with the material. Over the course of five chapters, students learn about symbolic logic, continuity and limits, derivatives, mathematical and real-world applications of derivatives, and antiderivatives and their applications. Throughout, students are provided with rich guidance and copious opportunities to deepen their personal understanding of the subject matter.
Highly readable and applicable, First Semester Calculus for Students of Mathematics and Related Disciplines is an ideal resource for a variety of courses that apply concepts of calculus to solve mathematical and real-world problems.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
San Diego
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 37 mm
Weight
1667 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5165-4227-7 (9781516542277)
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Michael Dougherty is an associate professor of mathematics and former chair of the Department of Mathematics at Southwestern Oklahoma State University. He holds a Ph.D. in mathematics from Purdue University and a bachelor's degree in mathematics with a minor in physics from Creighton University.
John Gieringer is an assistant professor of mathematics and physics at Alvernia University. He holds a master's degree from Kutztown University and a bachelor's degree in mathematics with a minor in physics from Alvernia University.
John Gieringer is an assistant professor of mathematics and physics at Alvernia University. He holds a master's degree from Kutztown University and a bachelor's degree in mathematics with a minor in physics from Alvernia University.