In the Advanced Placement Calculus BC course, students explore concepts, methods and applications of single-variable calculus graphically, numerically and algebraically. In addition to all topics covered in AP Calculus AB, the course includes additional topics such as parametric, polar, vector and logistic growth functions, more complex methods of integration, numerical solutions of differential equations, Taylor polynomials and the behaviors and convergence of infinite series. Mathematical modeling is used to represent real-world situations and solve problems. The interdisciplinary nature of mathematics is emphasized by applications to science and technology. Technology is an essential component of the course, enabling students to explore, experiment, interpret results, and justify conclusions.
AP Calculus BC is taught as a college-level course. It follows the College Board syllabus, prepares students for success on the AP Calculus BC exam, and is equivalent to an introductory two-semester course at colleges and universities. As a prerequisite, students need to have successfully completed Precalculus Honors. This course is not open to students who have already taken Calculus AB.
Summer Assignment for the 25 - 26 School is available on your Pre-Calculus Honors Google Classroom. When schedules are finalized the assignments will be reposted to the new Calculus BC classrooms.
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