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A self-scoring mathematics test is advised for students enrolling in MATH 220. Mathematics courses carry science credit and may not be audited.

MATH 220-A-DL : Single-Variable Differential Calculus

Description

This course covers the following: limits; differentiation; linear approximation and related rates; extreme value theorem, mean value theorem, and curve-sketching; optimization. Through this course students will explore, tangle with, and ultimately master the fundamental techniques of differential calculus, all of which stem from the limit and all of which revolve around wielding the derivative as a powerful tool for understanding the mathematical and physical world. The course is conducted completely online. A technology fee will be added to tuition. Credit not allowed for both MATH 220-A-DL and MATH 220-A. Students who have previously completed MATH 220-A or MATH 220-CN should not register for this course.

Prerequisite: a solid foundation in algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.