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  Course Description
Course Name : Mathematics I

Course Code : EAS105

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 4

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. ERSİN KIRAL
Assoc.Prof.Dr. S.BİLGİN KILIÇ

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Gain the ability to apply knowledge in Mathematics in the fields of business, economics and problems in social sciences.
Create and solve mathematical model of economic problems encountered in the field of business
Define and formulate the problem
Interpret solutions by analyzing obtained results

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : In this course, basic concepts of Mathematics will be taught to form theoretical background.

Course Contents : Functions, Functions and Their Graphs, Limits and Continuity, Derivates, Economics Applications of Derivates, Indeterminate Forms in Limits, Graphical Illustration of Polynomial and Rational Function.Graphical Illustration of Exponantial Function.Graphical Illustration of Logarithmic Function.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Linear Equations and Inequalities Graphs and Lines Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
2 Functions Elementary Functions: Graphs and Transformations Quadratic Functions Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
3 Polynomials and Rational Functions Exponential Functions Logarithmic Functions Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
4 Introduction to the limit Infinite Limits and Limits at Infinity Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
5 Continuity Limits and Continuity Applications Business, Economics and Social Sciences Applications Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
6 Rate of Change, Instantaneous Rate of Change, The slope of a graph, Definition of Derivative,Finding Derivatives, Slope of the Tangent Line Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
7 Basic Rules of Differentiation Business, Economics and Social Sciences Applications Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
8 Mid-term examination Prepare for the exam written exam
9 The Concept of Differential Additional Derivative Topics Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
10 Marginal Analysis for Business and Economics Marginal Cost, Revenue and Profit Cost Analysis Marginal Cost and Full Cost Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
11 Constant-e and continuous compound interest Derivation of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Product and Quotient Rules Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
12 The Chain Rule Implicit Differentiation Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
13 Constant-e and Continuous Compound Interest Derivatives of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Product and Quotient Rules Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
14 First Derivative and Graphs Second Derivatives and Graphs ApplicatL´Hopital´s Rule Curve Drawing Techniques Optimizationions Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
15 L´Hopital Rule and Optimization Students will be prepared by studying relevant subjects from source books according to weekly program lecture, problem solving
16/17 Final examination Prepare for the exam written exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Haeussler, E. R., Paul, R. S., Introductory Mathematical Analysis- For Business, Economics and the life and Social Sciences, Prentice-Hall, 1996
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Explain the importance of demand and supply in economy science and the well-running conditions of the market economy 4
2 Define the role of pricing within the event advantage of the market economy. 5
3 Define the role of the state in economy, money and financial policies, the central bank and the structure of the market. 2
4 Perceive the costs and benefits arising from the global economy 3
5 Produce numerical and policy options when confronted with problems. 5
6 Use quantitative and qualitative techniques of model building, decoding and interpretation. 2
7 Use the theory of economics in the analysis of economic events. 4
8 Use computer programs, do synthesis and present prepared data efficiently. 3
9 Apply the methods of economic analysis. 1
10 Analyze at conceptual level and acquires ability in comparing, interpreting, evaluating and synthesizing in order to develop solutions to problems 3
11 Take responsibility individually and / or in a team, take leadership and work effectively. 5
12 Follow innovative developments in the field being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and improving him-/herself.. 3
13 Use of different sources about an unfamiliar field within academic principles, synthesize gained data and presents effectively. 4
14 Use Turkish and at least one foreign language in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. 5
15 Understand and interpret related people´s feelings, thoughts, and behaviours correctly; expresse him-/herself accurately in written and oral language. 5
16 Question traditional attitudes, applications and methods, develop and apply new methods when needed. 5
17 Recognize and apply social, scientific and professional ethical values. 5
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5
    Final Exam 1 5 5
Total Workload: 108
Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.32
ECTS Credit: 4