Calculus Comparison


Math 131 vs. 151 vs. 151A vs. 151L


Course Lecture/Recit Concepts Groups Applications Software Use
131e yes
some no some none
151 yes some no some Webworks
151A yes more a recitation b more none
151L
yes
somed
a littlec
somed
none



a 151A uses more graphs and tables in addition to standard functions and expressions. 151 places more emphasis on practicing algebraic skills.

b In 151A, group projects are given in break-out sessions in recitation. Students work with each other and use the instructors and other students as instant resources.

c In 151L, some lecture/recitation time will be spent on group projects inspired by naturally occurring biological problems.

d151L is a bioscience-oriented version of 151, and in particular will use biologically-driven examples, many from courses and faculty in the College of Biological Sciences in addition to the biology-tailored text.

e131 is designed for Business majors and is an easier version of any 151 calculus course without the trig functions.