Course Overview
This course introduces the major concepts of calculus: differentiation, integration, and differential equations as applied to computing. The course covers both single and multivariable differentiation for basic functions and some basic single variable integration, both definite and indefinite. It will finish with a short introduction to differential equations applied to modeling physical phenomena. This course is a pre-requisite for MATH 7908, Linear Algebra and Applications for Computing.
Prerequisite(s)
- Acceptance into the Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science (BscACS) program.
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$866.09 - $878.82 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Evaluate limits of functions.
- Differentiate basic functions including logarithms, exponential, trigonometric and polynomials.
- Determine the steepest slope for a multivariable function using partial differentiation.
- Perform definite and indefinite integration.
- Calculate the coefficients of a Taylor Series expansion.
- Calculate the coefficients of a Fourier Series.
- Solve a differential equation using separation of variables.
Effective as of Fall 2023
Related Programs
Calculus for Computing (MATH 7808) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Applied Computer Science (Database Option)
Bachelor of Science Full-time/Part-time
- Applied Computer Science (Games Development Option)
Bachelor of Science Full-time
- Applied Computer Science (Human Computer Interface Option)
Bachelor of Science Part-time
- Applied Computer Science (Network Security Administration Option)
Bachelor of Science Part-time
- Applied Computer Science (Network Security Applications Development Option)
Bachelor of Science Full-time/Part-time
- Applied Computer Science (Wireless and Mobile Applications Development Option)
Bachelor of Science Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of MATH 7808 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 50376
Dates
Sep 10 - Dec 17 Loading
- CRN 50376
- $878.82 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Dec 17 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby |
Duration
15 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This class meets once per week in the classroom for 15 weeks. Plus, it has an additional online lab component. Final exam: Thursday, December 17, 2026. Final exam: Thursday, December 10, 2026.
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Winter 2027
Below is one offering of MATH 7808 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 91703
Dates
Jan 07 - Apr 01 Loading
- CRN 91703
- $866.09 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Julian Fekety
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- ***IMPORTANT INFORMATION READ CAREFULLY *** This class meets once per week on campus for 3 hours and once per week online synchronously for 2 hours. No class Sat Mar 27 (Easter Weekend).
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