Introduction to Calculus

  • Interactive Course
  • 12 h
  • Beginner
  • 2 Certifications

Estimated Time: 12 h

Course Level: Beginner

Requirements: This course requires no prior knowledge of Mathematica or Wolfram Language. Prerequisites for calculus are trigonometry or precalculus.

Certification Levels: CompletionLevel 1

Summary

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to fundamental concepts in calculus and their applications, covering all of Calculus 1 and some of Calculus 2. The course starts with functions and limits, followed by differential calculus, and then moves on to integral calculus and a brief discussion of differential equations. It includes a sample exam based on the AP Calculus AB course. Problem sessions, exercises and auto-graded quizzes are provided for self-paced assessment. Earn a certificate by watching all lesson and problem session videos and completing the quizzes with a passing grade. Print and ebook versions of this material are available as part of the Wolfram eTextbook Series. Wolfram AI Course Assistant is available for this interactive course.

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You'll Learn To

  • Work with functions and limits
  • Solve problems using derivatives
  • Use indefinite and definite integrals
  • Relate concepts of differentiating and integrating functions
  • Solve separable differential equations
  • Prepare for AP Calculus

Certifications Available

  • Completion Certificate

    Certify your completion of this course by watching course videos and passing the auto-graded quizzes.

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  • Level 1 Certification

    Pass the auto-graded quizzes and final exam to certify your proficiency in calculus.

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