Q SCI 291
Calculus for Natural Systems I: Derivatives
Introduction to differential calculus, emphasizing development of basic skills. Examples promote understanding of mathematics and applications to modeling and solving biological problems. Topics include optimization and curve analysis. Cannot be taken for credit if student received a minimum grade of 2.0 or above in MATH 124 (or equivalent). Course overlaps with: MATH 112; B MATH 144; and TMATH 122. Recommended: completion of Department of Mathematics' Guided Self-Placement for MATH 124. Offered: AWSp.
Topics
- optimization and curve analysis
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗Current public catalogue; retrieved 2026-11-05