Diploma in Trigonometry for General Studies
Learn about graphs of trigonometric functions, trigonometric equations and identities, and see how to solve for angles and polar coordinate systems.
This free online course has been specially prepared to give you a comprehensive understanding of the various rules, concepts and application procedures in trigonometry. You will learn about angle conversions, Pythagorean identities and inverse trigonometric functions. You will also master the classification of angles and polar coordinates. Register for this course today to improve your theoretical and practical knowledge of trig.
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
Introduction to Trigonometry
To start, this module will introduce you to trigonometry and some terms used in trigonometry. This module illustrates basic concepts of trigonometric application. It outlines the special right triangles, similar triangles and the methods for proving similar triangles.
Angles and Their Measures
To start, this module will introduce you to quadrants and angle classification. This module explores how to convert between degrees and radians, as well as Pythagorean identities. It analyzes trigonometric values of quadrantal angles and reference or related angles.
Diploma in Trigonometry for General Studies – First Assessment
In order to pass this assessment, you will need to score 80 per cent or above. Remember, if you do not achieve the required standard after the first attempt, you can re-take the assessment until a successful outcome is achieved.
Trigonometric Identities and Equations
To start, this module will introduce you to some important trigonometry formulas and identities. It illustrates how to prove trigonometric identities. Also, this module explores first-degree, second-degree trigonometric equations and equations with more than one trigonometric function.
Graphs of Trigonometric Functions
To start, this module will introduce you to polar coordinates and how to plot points on a polar coordinate system. It explores the changes made to an equation for the circular function that will affect the shape, size, and location of its graphs. Also, this module illustrates the laws of sine, cosine and solving for triangles.
Diploma in Trigonometry for General Studies – Second Assessment
In order to pass this assessment, you will need to score 80 per cent or above. Remember, if you do not achieve the required standard after the first attempt, you can re-take the assessment until a successful outcome is achieved.
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