Guides: Pre-Health: Mathematics

Books

Pharmaceutical Calculations by Maria Glaucia Teixeira; Joel L. Zatz
Call Number: RS57 .Z37 2017
ISBN: 9781118978511
Basic Biostatistics: Statistics for Public Health Practice by B. Burt Gerstman
Call Number: RA409 .G47 2015
ISBN: 1284025462
Math for Healthcare Professionals by Nancy DiDona
Call Number: RS57 .D53 2010
ISBN: 9780763758431
Passing Calculations Tests for Nursing Students by Larry Krause; Susan Starkings
Call Number: RT68 .S73 2010
ISBN: 9781844454716
Math for Nurses by Kaplan Publishing Staff; Mary E. Stassi; Margaret A. Tiemann; Kaplan; Margaret Tiemann
Call Number: RT68 .S83 2009
ISBN: 9781607140474
Dosage Calculations by Gloria D. Pickar
Call Number: RS57 .D53 2012
ISBN: 9780176502591
Math for the Pharmacy Technician by Lynn M. Egler; Kathryn A. Booth
Call Number: RS57 .E35 2010
ISBN: 9780073373966

Online Books

Free Videos to Study Math

Math Resources from SALS
Math help from Durham College's own Student Academic Learning Services(SALS), including short videos on decimals, fractions, equations, and more.
Khan Academy
Free video lectures on Algebra, Trigonometry, Statistics and probability, Precalculus, and Calculus.
Algebra from The Art of Problem Solving
Cover all topics in algebra, including some prealgebra topics too.
Grade 12 Advanced Functions and Pre-Calculus
This courseware extends students' experience with functions. Students will investigate the properties of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and radical functions; develop techniques for combining functions; broaden their understanding of rates of change; and develop competency in applying these concepts and skills.

Featured Video

The Math Life. (Source: Films on Demand). This elegant program brings to life the human dimension of mathematics through lively interviews with Freeman Dyson, David Mumford, Ingrid Daubechies, Persi Diaconis, Michael Freedman, Fan Chung Graham, Kate Okikiolu, Jennifer Tour Chayes, Peter Sarnak, Steven Strogatz, and seven other mathematicians. (51 min.)

Featured Video

Mathemedia (Series). (Source: Films on Demand). Mathemedia is a comprehensive pre-algebra curriculum consisting of twelve programs focusing on key mathematical principles that apply to real-life situations. Difficult concepts are illustrated by dramatizations.

Websites

Canadian Applied and Industrial Mathematics Society
Includes information about the society including how to become a member, news, events, employment opportunities and awards.
Canadian Mathematical Society
The Canadian Mathematic Society (CMS) page includes CMS membership information and activities, employment opportunities, meetings, competitions and information for students.
Canadian Society for the History and Philosophy of Mathematics
The main objective of the Canadian Society for the History and Philosophy of Mathematics (CSHPM) is to promote research and teaching in the history and philosophy of mathematics. The CSHPM website provides information regarding membership, meetings and conference information.