Math 115 (Section A16): Preparation for Calculus


Overview

This course reviews trigonometric, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and introduces finding the area under a curve. Intended for students who need preparation for MATH 220, either because they lack the content background or because they are not prepared for the rigor of a university calculus course.

Credit is not given for both MATH 115 and MATH 114. Students may not receive credit for MATH 115 if MATH 115 is taken after receiving credit for either MATH 220 or MATH 221.


Syllabus

Math 115 Syllabus


Prerequisites 

Math 112 or equivalent. Matriculating students at Illinois require a minimum ALEKS PPL score of 65% to register in this class. For more information visit the ALEKS page.

Credit Hours
3

Tuition

Undergraduate Students  
Graduate Students  
Courseware Cost $81

This course uses the ALEKS assessment and learning system. Students are required to purchase an ALEKS code to access the course online. The code is non-refundable and costs $81.00. Please see our ALEKS page for more information.

Students with a Bachelor's degree will be assessed graduate level tuition rate for this course. However, one cannot receive graduate level credit for courses numbered below 400 at the University of Illinois.


Testing

Exams: This course has a 3-hour final exam.

Proctorship Information: All exams in this course will be taken online. ALEKS students will be using Respondus online proctoring for their final exams. There is a $10 fee for taking exams with Respondus. Please see our Proctor Information for further instructions.


Course Options

Please Note: Students currently registered in a University of Illinois Graduate Degree program will be restricted from registering in 16-week Academic Year-term NetMath courses. Matriculating UIUC Grad students will be allowed to register in Summer Session II NetMath courses. 

This page has information regarding the self-paced, rolling enrollment course. If you are a UIUC student interested in taking a course during the summer, you may be interested in a Summer Session II course.


Mentor

Individual students enrolled in this course are assigned to a course mentor.


Course Timeline

Your time in the course begins on the date your registration is processed. This course is 16 weeks long.