MATH 115: Calculus I for the Life Sciences

Calculus I for the Life Sciences

MATH 115: Calculus I for the Life Sciences
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Math Placement Test (MPT 2 with 30) or Mathematics 100 with B- or Mathematics 110 with B- or Precalculus 12 with C or Mathematics 111 with C-

Note: Credit will only be granted for one of MATH 111, MATH 113, or MATH 115.

This is the first course in calculus designed for students majoring in the Life Sciences or Biology. Topics include review of basic functions, limits, derivatives, and applications of derivatives. The emphasis is on examples and applications in Zoology, Botany, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Paleontology, Marine Biology and Ecology.