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Math 207 Taylor Series
2008-02-29
(1 credit)
COURSE GOALS/OBJECTIVES:
Introduction to the derivation and uses of Taylor Series, intended for math and science majors. The course includes a discussion of error bounds in approximating curves with polynomials, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series expansion, and intervals of convergence.
A graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisite: Math 201 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.
COURSE CONTENT:
Tangent Line Approximation and Error Bound
Quadratic Approximation and Error Bound
Taylor Polynomials
Higher Order Approximation and Taylor’s Inequality
Taylor Series
Operations with Taylor Series
Interval of Convergence
REQUIRED EVALUATION METHODS:
Written exams, quizzes, homework, class participation, group participation.
Projects may be assigned.
TEXT BOOKS:
Taylor Polynomials and Taylor Series (Handout), University of Washington Math Department (Math 126)
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