MATH 6 - Calculus for Business/Social Science

    Recent Professors
    Raylene Potter
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Skills equivalent to intermediate algebra or appropriate placement
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of MATH 6
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4
    Description
    This course applies the fundamental principles and techniques of calculus to problems in business, economics, the life sciences and the social sciences. Topics will include limits, and differentiation and integration of linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. This course is not intended for students majoring in engineering, the physical sciences or math. Using a calculator is required. Graphing calculator is recommended. (C-ID: MATH 140) PREREQUISITE: Skills equivalent to intermediate algebra or appropriate placement.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 8:10am–9:35am