MATH 0120 N3

The concepts in calculus are relatively simple. But solving the problems themselves is not so simple if you are not comfortable with solving equations and manipulating expressions. It is a widely held opinion that the hardest thing about calculus is having the algebraic skill it takes to do the problems. Another prerequisite for calculus is to have the repertoire of functions used to describe the changing quantities of interest. The list is actually quite short. The functions that you need to understand are: the linear function, the quadratic function, the polynomials in general, power functions, trigonometric functions, exponential functions. Then there are the inverses of the trigonometric functions and the inverses of the exponential functions(which are logarithms). You will have the opportunity to strengthen your understanding of these topics by taking this course. You will probably have seen almost everything in your grade 11 and 12 math courses. Since you are choosing to invest your time (and money) in taking this course, I know that you are determined to be successful! I am on your side in this endeavor.