MATH 386 - Preparation for Calculus

    Recent Professors
    Michelle C. Poliseno, Tricia L. Sanford, Jonathan E. Segal
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This class is designed for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors who are not fully prepared for calculus. The course will focus on the intuitive and conceptual development of ideas formally covered in calculus. Topics will include function analysis, especially polynomial, trigonometric, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. This course will build algebraic and trigonometric skills required for success in calculus.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:00am–10:05am, Tue Thu 1:00pm–3:05pm