The first semester of a multi-semester sequence of differential and integral calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives and applications, introduction to Riemann sums and integration.
Appropriate for math majors and students in partner disciplines requiring understanding of fundamental principles of calculus, with emphasis on deductive reasoning and proof.
Prerequisite: mathematical knowledge at the level of trigonometry and college pre-calculus (e.g. successful performance in three years of Regents-level mathematics and precalculus ). Course/exam grades and/or a placement exam may be used to determine whether a student has met this prerequisite.
Core Courses are courses that fulfill lower-level requirements and apply to any transfer path major where they appear. Calculus I is universal course description, which maps to specific courses on SUNY campuses. Approved SUNY Transfer Path Core Courses are guaranteed to transfer to fulfill requirements in the major and/or required cognates (not just as electives) at all SUNY campuses if the course is completed with a grade of C or better.1 You may Search for Core Course equivalents using the Transfer Navigator.
1 While a grade of C or better is guaranteed, campuses can have different policies where they accept a passing grade lower than C. Pass/Fail courses may be accepted at the discretion of the campus, but transfer is not guaranteed.