Assembling Calculus

Join instructors Joan Horvath and Rich Cameron as they explore derivatives, integrals, and fundamental theorems of calculus using toy bricks and 3D printed visualizations. Discover the link between these physical models and their symbolic equivalents alongside the core concepts of basic differential and integral calculus. Finally, take a deep dive into the math behind simple numerical models of classic problems such as the swinging pendulum and the equations governing populations of predators and prey. This course is designed for anyone who needs to use calculus, whether self-taught or in a traditional course, who wants to think about calculus more conceptually before diving into advanced algebra and special cases.