MATH 116
Essentials of Calculus
Mathematics
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Review of algebra, graph of line, slope. Limits and derivatives (standard functions, compositions of such functions), derivative for polynomials, exponentials, logarithms. Product, quotient and chain rule. Optimization (extrema), application to business problems. Newton's method.
When Taught
Spring and Summer Terms
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 9: P, E, I (Pass-fail grade rule)
Min
1
Fixed
1
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Math 110.
Note
Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.
Title
A brief overview of differential calculus
Learning Outcome
Students receive a brief overview of differential calculus. Topics covered include limits, derivatives, and applications of differentiation to optimization of functions.For more detailed information visit the Math 116 Wiki page.
