Publication in the Diário da República: Despacho nº 1887/2016 - 05/02/2016
5 ECTS; 1º Ano, 1º Semestre, 30,0 T + 30,0 PL + 15,0 OT , Cód. 964042.
Lecturer
- Ana Cristina Becerra Nata dos Santos (1)(2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Not applicable
Objectives
1. Students will acquire knowledge in:
1.1. mathematical analysis
1.2. financial mathematics
1.3 sampling theory
2. will be provided with mathematical tools needed for problem-solving
3. will develop logical reasoning skills
Program
I - Mathematical Analysis
1. Basics of algebraic calculus
2. General considerations on real functions of a real variable
3. Differential calculus and its applications
4. Integral calculus and its applications
5. Basics of financial mathematics
II - Sampling
1. Basics of sampling techniques
2. Questionnaire and survey methods
Evaluation Methodology
Continuous assessment: 0.45F1+0.45F2+0.1T, where F1, F2=midterm tests; T=assignment. All closed-book and graded 0-20. Final assessment: one closed-book written test graded 0-20 covering all subject matters taught. (minimum pass mark: >10)
Bibliography
- Amaral, I. e Ferreira, M. (2009). Exercícios de Primitivas e Integrais. Lisboa: Edições Sílabo
- Hill, M. e Hill, A. (2008). Investigação por questionário. Lisboa: Edições Sílabo
- Larson, R. e Edwards, B. e Hostetler, R. (2006). Cálculo. Brasil: McGraw Hil
- Ziegler, M. e Barnett, R. e Byleen, K. (2011). Calculus for Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and Social Sciences. USA: Pearson Education
Teaching Method
Conventional lectures and expository lessons. Practical classes focus on problem-solving fostering student involvement. Computer resolution of mathematical problems is provided as possible.
Software used in class
