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Section C · MathematicsUC Honors · +1.0 GPA
Advanced Calculus
UC A-G approved Advanced Calculus course delivered fully online. Covers all of Calculus AB plus infinite series, parametric and polar functions, and advanced integration techniques. Equivalent to both semesters of college calculus. Prepares students for AP Calculus BC.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Mathematics Grades 11, 12 10 credits
Section CUC A‑G Requirement
Mathematics — 3 years required (4 strongly recommended)
Must cover elementary and advanced algebra and two-/three-dimensional geometry. A geometry course or integrated math with sufficient geometry content is required. A 4th year of math is strongly recommended for STEM fields.
UC Honors Designation
AP Calculus AB/BC scores of 3–5 satisfy two years of the math requirement. AP Precalculus (score 4–5) also satisfies two years.
Why This Matters for College Admission
Math is the most heavily weighted subject for STEM admissions. The 4th year (Pre-Calc, Calculus, or Statistics) is expected at competitive UCs and signals college-readiness.
What You'll Learn
Develop computational thinking skills: decomposition, abstraction, and algorithms
Write, debug, and document code in industry-relevant programming languages
Understand data structures, sorting algorithms, and complexity analysis
Apply mathematics (discrete math, statistics, or calculus) to computing problems
Build working software projects with version control and collaborative workflows
Explore career pathways in software engineering, data science, and AI/ML
Course Structure
Semester 1, Unit 1Weeks 1–5
Foundations
- Core vocabulary and concepts
- Foundational skills
- Context-setting activities
Semester 1, Unit 2Weeks 6–12
Core Skills
- Skill-building exercises
- Primary assessments
- Collaborative projects
Semester 2, Unit 1Weeks 13–18
Advanced Concepts
- Deeper conceptual application
- Research and analysis
- Peer-review activities
Semester 2, Unit 2Weeks 19–24
Synthesis & Mastery
- Cross-unit integration
- Final capstone project
- Portfolio submission
Prerequisites & Requirements
2+ years of prior coursework in subject area; instructor approval recommended
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.