Calculus for Natural Systems I: Derivatives

Course Details

  • Acronym

    Q SCI 291

  • Quarter

    Winter 2025

  • Credits

    5

  • Fulfills

    Foundation in Science and Mathematics

  • Gen Ed Credits

    NSc, RSN

  • Prerequisites

    either MATH 120, Q SCI 190, or a minimum score of 2 on the AP MATH test (AB or BC)

Course Description

Introduction to differential calculus, emphasizing development of basic skills. Examples promote understanding of mathematics and applications to modeling and solving biological problems. Topics include optimization and curve analysis.

Registration restrictions: Students who have not completed a MATH 120 course can register for this class if they: 1) Complete the MATH 124 placement test at https://sites.math.washington.edu/~gsp/, 2) Take a screenshot of the results, and 3) Send results to cqs@uw.edu. You will then receive a code for the course. Questions: contact cqs@uw.edu

Major requirements: Math

Minor requirements: None