Catalog Info
Effective Term
Fall 2018
WebAdvisor Title
Calculus 1
Credit Hours
5.00
Contact Hours Per Week
5 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
For students planning to pursue a course of study involving a concentration in mathematics. Topics include limits, continuity, the derivative, differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, applications of the derivative, antidifferentiation, and the definite integral. Numerical, graphical and algebraic approaches are used whenever possible. Credit cannot be earned for both MATH 153 and 180. Requires a graphing calculator, with the TI-84 Plus series recommended. Also requires access to an online homework management system.
Pre-requisites
MATH-165 or MATH-175 with a C or better or a satisfactory score on the placement test
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
Yes
MTA Categories
- Category 3: Mathematics (College Algebra Track)
General Education Categories
- Mathematics
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other Exam Details
A student may receive credit for MATH-180 by earning one of the minimum scores from the following exams:
- At least 50 on the CLEP Calculus exam, or
- At least 3 on the Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus AB test, or
- At least 3 on the Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus BC test.