Courses and Requirements

To see the schedule of classes, go to Schedule of Classes (within Ask Banner), select “MATH Mathematics” in the “Department Menu,” and choose the semester you are interested in for a complete listing of courses offered.

Photo of Math Faculty - Back Row (L-R): A. van Abel, N. Frank, B. Dolansky, J. McCleary, A. Lowrance, Jan Cameron, L. Kennedy-Shaffer. Front Row (L-R): H.Gould, L. Lowrance, M. Hu, B. Morin, M. An, B. Lotto — Back Row (L-R): A. van Abel, N. Frank, B. Dolansky, J. McCleary, A. Lowrance, Jan Cameron, L. Kennedy-Shaffer.
Front Row (L-R): H.Gould, L. Lowrance, M. Hu, B. Morin, M. An, B. Lotto

Placement into Calculus Courses

There are two advanced placement exams for calculus, called AB and BC. The following table summarizes the department’s recommendations for proper placement into introductory courses based on these exams and the student’s prior experience with calculus. Students with an unusual background or any other concerns should confer with the department.

Student’s experience	Recommended calculus placement
4 or 5 on AP Calculus BC	Math 220
3 on AP Calculus BC; 5 on AP Calculus AB	Math 220 and/or 127
4 on AP Calculus AB	Math 127
3 on AP Calculus AB	Math 126/127
1 or 2 on AP Calculus BC or AB	Math 121 or 126/127; confer
AP Calculus course, but no exam Non-AP Calculus course	Possibly Math 220, most likely Math 127; confer
No Calculus experience	Math 121

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If you have questions, contact Professor Calta or Professor Lowrance.