Mastering Derivatives: A Complete Calculus Course

Course Overview

Skills and Knowledge Acquired:
This course will provide students with the skills and knowledge to understand derivatives of polynomial, sinusoidal, exponential, rational, and radical functions, as well as the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. Additionally, students will gain the ability to apply these concepts and skills to the modeling of real-world relationships.


Contribution to Professional Growth:
Mastering Derivatives: A Complete Calculus Course provides students with the opportunity to develop their understanding of rates of change and apply these concepts and skills to the modeling of real-world relationships. This course also helps students refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics, which can be beneficial for those pursuing careers in fields such as science, engineering, economics, and some areas of business. By taking this course, students can gain the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in university-level calculus and linear algebra.


Suitability for Further Education:
This course is suitable for preparing further education, as it builds on students' previous experience with functions and their developing understanding of rates of change. It covers derivatives of polynomial, sinusoidal, exponential, rational, and radical functions, and provides students with the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course is beneficial for students who plan to pursue careers in fields such as science, engineering, economics, and some areas of business, including those who will be required to take a university-level calculus or linear algebra course.