Introduction to Differential CalculusLaajuus (3 cr)

Objective

Students will know how to use derivatives to examine the progress of simple functions

Content

Review of basic algebra calculations
Derivative and a function's speed of growth
Examining function descriptors and extreme values
Engineering applications

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The students are able to analyse the problems of the topic in hand and produce alternative methods of solving them.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The students are able to draw conclusions based on the problems in hand.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The students recognise the topic's quantities. The students are able to find suitable equations for solving problems and are able to solve them.