<p>I decided to start in Calculus I instead of Pre-calculus so that I would be on schedule with my degree plan in civil engineering. I’m kind of worried about this class because my math skills aren’t the strongest. I took AP calculus AB in high school my junior year, and senior year I took online geometry because my credits didn’t transfer from when I moved from a different state. Is calculus I going to be terribly difficult? Has anyone taken the class or have any advice?</p>
<p>Is it a two semester sequence or a three semester sequence?</p>
<p>I just got done with calc 1 of a three semester sequence, which basically just means limits and differentiation. By far the hardest part for me was recalling everything from algebra and trig which is needed to solve the problems. Also, I’ve always hated word problems so those have been a pain as usual. Solving rational equations and dealing with complicated radical functions has been the most time consuming aspect for me.</p>
<p>However, the underlying concepts of limits and differentiation is extremely simple. You’ll have to get used to the notation and it might seem foreign at first, but it’s actually very easy.</p>
<p>Calculus is easy. The hard part is the algebra. I don’t think you should worry too much about it. I really think that anyone who’s somewhat intelligent yet not necessarily a math whiz can do well in calculus. As long as you work hard and have good time management skills you’ll do fine.</p>
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<p>You’ve already taken Calc I. aka you’re essentially retaking a class. Why on earth are you worried?</p>
<p>This is the description for the class: “Differential and integral calculus for algebraic, trigonometric functions, and other transcendental functions, with applications to curve sketching, velocity, maximum-minimum problems, area and volume. (Credit not allowed for both MATH 1309 and 1337.) Prerequisite: Placement out of MATH 1304 or a grade of C- or higher in MATH 1304.”</p>
<p>I’m not sure what you mean by a two or three semester sequence. But i’m going to assume you mean is there are Calculus I, II, and III. In that case, it is a three semester sequence. </p>
<p>And I guess it shouldn’t be as hard as it was the first time I took calculus since all the things in the description are things I remember learning about.</p>