Q SCI 291 Calculus for Natural Systems I: Derivatives

Course Details

  • Acronym

    Q SCI 291

  • Instructor(s)

    Gaj Sivandran

  • Quarter

    Winter 2026

  • Credits

    5

  • Fulfills

    Math

  • 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); recommended: completion of Department of Mathematics' Guided Self-Placement.

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: None

Major requirements: Math (This course is a parallel course to MATH 124 for calculus I)

Minor requirements: None