MATH 1002 PSSP Calculus Preparation and Quantitative Methods
Course description
A brief review of precalculus topics including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Emphasis will be on differential calculus topics such as limits, continuity, differentiation rules, curve sketching, and other applications of the derivative. Each student will have opportunities to engage with the course material at a depth that is appropriate to his or her math background.
After completing MATH 1002, most students will enroll in either MATH 1106 (Modeling with Calculus for the Life Sciences) or MATH 1110 (Calculus I).
Summer 2025: Ithaca campus

Lecturer, Mathematics
Section ID: | MATH 1002 001-LEC |
Number: | 1229 |
Program: | Pre-Collegiate Summer Scholars Program |
Session: | Summer 6-week |
Class dates: | June 23-August 1, 2025 |
Mode of instruction: | In person |
Days / times: | M-F 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM |
Location: | TBA |
Final exam/project due: | Tuesday August 05, 8:30 AM - 11 AM (see Final exams) |
Credit: | 3 |
Grade: | S/U |
Instructor: | Knowles, D. (ddk62) |
Max. enroll: | 25 |
Restrictions: | Intended for students participating in the Pre-Collegiate Summer Scholars Program. |
To enroll: | See Pre-Collegiate Summer Scholars Program for enrollment information. |