MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hour(s): 4
Lecture Hours Schedule Type: Blended, Lecture, Online
Tutorial Hour(s): 1

This course provides an introduction to calculus with exposure to applications in science, business, and economics. The main concepts covered are limits, derivatives, and integrals. Derivatives of exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions are used to solve optimization, linear approximation, and related rates problems. Techniques of integration and applications are also introduced. Studying calculus will expose students to a variety of important mathematical ideas and help students develop their calculation, critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of 60% or higher in Mathematics 30-1 or in MATH 0130, or a grade of C- or higher in any of MATH 1283 or MATH 1285 or equivalent.
GNED Cluster 1 - Tier 2, General Science Option