Not available in 2014
Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003
EPMATH166 Mathematics II develops and consolidates the mathematical skills necessary for the successful study of Business, Commerce, Economics, Health Sciences and Information Technology courses at tertiary level at Australian Institutions.
| Objectives | Students undertaking Mathematics II will be expected to: 1. gain a sound knowledge and understanding of the concepts of mathematics in an Australian institution. 2. develop the ability to make deductions and apply reasoning to mathematical tasks. 3. be able to use relevant technology in support of mathematical inquiry. 4. develop an appreciation of the concepts of mathematics as relevant, useful and transferable to undergraduate courses with mathematical content. |
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| Content | 1. Descriptive Statistics: collection, presentation and characterisation of a set of data. 2. Probability: counting principles, random variables, discrete (binomial) and continuous (normal) probability distributions. 3. Differential Calculus: the derivative, rules for differentiation, geometrical applications, maximum and minimum problems., 4. Integral Calculus: fundamental theorem of calculus, definite and indefinite integrals, area applications. 5. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions: index and logarithmic notation, laws, equations. Graphs, differentiation and integration. 6. Exponential growth and decay. |
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| Replacing Course(s) | NA | ||||||
| Transition | NA | ||||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||||
| Assumed Knowledge | EPMATH165 Mathematics I | ||||||
| Modes of Delivery | Internal Mode | ||||||
| Teaching Methods | Tutorial | ||||||
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| Contact Hours | Tutorial: for 6 hour(s) per Week for 13 weeks |