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Course code: BHS10171o15Semester: 2015/2016 winter
Name: Mathematics
Major: Animal Science
Study Type: first cycle
Course type: compulsory
Study Semester: 1
ECTS points: 5
Hours (Lectures / Tutorials / Other): 15 / 30 / 0
Lecturer: dr Mariusz Grządziel
Language of instruction: Polish
Learning outcomes: W1 - The student has the knowledge of selected topics in mathematics (probability theory in particular). He/she understands the meaning of mathematics and statistics for describing and interpreting of phenomena and processes in life sciences. Skills: Student is able to communicate precisely orally, in writing and in a graphical way
Competences: K1 - The student understands the need of lifelong learning.
Prerequisites: Mathematics at the basic matura level
Course content: Functions: linear, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic. Number sequence. Limit of a sequence. Limit of a function. Derivative of a function. Maximum, minimum of a function. Application of a derivative to curve sketching. Convex and concave functions. Indefinite and definite integral and their application in physics, chemistry and biology. Basic notions of the probability theory.
Recommended literature: 1. Koronacki, J., Mielniczuk, J. : Statystyka dla studentów kierunków technicznych i przyrodniczych, WNT, Warszawa 2001; 2. Kuratowski, K. : Rachunek różniczkowy i całkowy , PWN, Warszawa, 2008; 3. Wrzosek, D.: Matematyka dla biologów, Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego, Warszawa, 2008.
Assessment methods: The grade will be based on the performance on tests, homework, quizzes and the student's activity during the classes. Written exam consisting of closed-ended and open-ended questions
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