There is a placement test available for MATH232.
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Pre-requisite knowledge for MATH232
- Limit and Derivative Rules
- Understanding of how limits and derivatives are used to represent and define change.
- Proficiency in applying limit and derivative rules, as these concepts are foundational for integration.
- Functions and Graphing
- Knowledge of various functions and their properties, including domain and range.
- Ability to graph functions and identify key components such as zeroes, vertices, and domains.
- Equation Solving
- Skills in solving polynomial, radical, and trigonometric equations.
- Mastery of solving algebraic fractions and trigonometric equations, especially for techniques like Partial Fractions and finding areas of Polar Curves.
- Proficiency with the Unit Circle.
- Sequences and Series
- Familiarity with the basics of summation notation from Algebra and Precalculus.
- Understanding of sequences and series from Precalculus.
Content
- Application of Integrals
- Polar Functions
- Parametric and Vector Functions
- Sequences and Series
The content is similar even with different instructors.
Textbooks
- Calculus: Early Transcendentals by William Briggs
- Calculus by James Stewert
A good reading tutorial: Paul's Online Notes
Video Playlists
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