Example of the course key for Calculus I:
MA 161 Calculus I
4 cr. (4-0-0)
Offered: Fall, Winter
Prerequisite: MA 115 or satisfactory score on math placement exam. A graphing calculator or equivalent computer software is used in this course.
Meaning and use of the derivative, differentiation formulas including transcendental functions, applications of the derivative; fundamental theorem of calculus and the meaning and use of the definite integral.
Explanation each part:
- Course identification letters and numbers - MA 161 Calculus
- Course title - Calculus I
- Credit hours - 4 cr.
- Hours of lecture, discursion, and lab per week (where applicable) - (4-0-0)
- Semester(s) the course is offered - Offered: Fall, Winter
- Approved as liberal studies or general studies course (where applicable) - Applies towards the division III liberal studies requirement.
- Prerequisites and co-requisites (where applicable) - Prerequisite: MA 115 or satisfactory score on math placement exam.
- Course description - Meaning and use of the derivative, differentiation formulas including transcendental functions, applications of the derivative, fundamental theorem of calculus and the meaning and use of the definite integral.
- Any other applicable notes - Note: A graphing calculator or equivalent computer software is used in this course.