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Calculus: Limits, Derivatives & Integrals Simplified
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Calculus: Limits, Derivatives & Integrals Simplified

Build a strong intuition in limits, derivatives, and integrals.
Created byBrandon R Hurdt
Last updated 9/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • trigonometry (basic and extended)
  • Cartesian and Polar Coordinates
  • inverse functions
  • unit circle
  • composition of functions
  • Basics of functions
  • basic graph transformations
  • Limits
  • Limit Laws
  • Derivatives
  • Product Rule
  • Quotient Rule
  • Chain Rule
  • Limits at Infinity
  • First Derivative test
  • Second Derivative test
  • The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
  • Integrals
  • Anti-Derivatives

Course content

6 sections68 lectures1h 28m total length
  • Introduction0:44

Requirements

  • Algebra
  • basic knowledge of Cartesian Coordinate graph

Description

Calculus is one of the most powerful tools in mathematics, yet for many students, it feels intimidating, abstract, and overwhelming. This course is designed to change that.


Whether you're preparing for college calculus, taking AP Calculus in high school, or revisiting the subject for your career in science, engineering, or data, this course will help you build deep intuition and lasting confidence in calculus.


Instead of just memorizing formulas, you'll learn the why behind the math with clear explanations, step-by-step problem-solving, and plenty of examples to make concepts stick.


By the end, you won't just "get through" calculus… you'll master it.


By enrolling, you will:

  • Understand limits and how they represent calculus.

  • Learn to compute derivatives of polynomial, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions.

  • Master the basic techniques of integration.

  • Apply the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus with confidence.


This course is designed for:

  • High school students preparing for AP Calculus AB/BC or equivalent.

  • University students taking first-year calculus in STEM fields.

  • Adult learners who want to refresh their math knowledge for personal or professional growth.

  • Professionals in data, finance, science, or engineering who need calculus as a practical tool.


If you've ever felt stuck, anxious, or frustrated by calculus, this course is for you!


Why This Course Works


Many calculus courses begin by jumping straight into formulas and heavy notation. That approach leaves students feeling lost.


This course is different:

  • Step-by-Step Walkthrough: Complex problems are broken down into manageable steps.

  • Practice That Matters: Exercises reinforce key skills, so you don't just watch - you learn.

  • Accessible to All Learners: Lessons are concise, clear, and designed with beginners in mind.


Course Structure

The course is organized into modules that build naturally from one concept to the next:


1. Transitioning to Calculus

1.1 Review Trigonometry

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

1.2 Polar/Cartesian Coordinates

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

1.3 Introduction to the Unit Circle

1.4 Double Angle and Half-Angle Formulas

1.5 Finding the Inverse of a Function

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

1.6 Composition of Functions

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

2. Functions and Limits

2.1 What Is a Function?

2.2 Mechanics of a Function

2.3 Function Tests

2.4 Graph Transformations

2.5 Introducing Limits

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

2.6 Limit Laws

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3


3. Derivatives and Infinite Limits

3.1 What is a Derivative?

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

3.2 The Basic Derivatives Page

3.3 The Product & The Quotient Rule

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

  • Example 4

3.4 The Chain Rule

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

3.5 Limits at Infinity

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3


4. Derivative Tests and Integrals

4.1 The First Derivative Test

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

4.2 The Second Derivative Test

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

4.3 The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus

4.4 The Common Integrals Page

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3

4.5 Integrals and Anti-Derivatives

  • Example 1

  • Example 2

  • Example 3


After years of teaching and mentoring students, I've designed this course to give you the same clarity and confidence without the frustration. My teaching style is friendly, supportive, and focused on genuine understanding, rather than rote memorization.


I believe anyone can learn calculus with the right guidance. I am eager to share this journey with you.


Why Take This Course? By enrolling today, you'll:

  • Gain a solid foundation in calculus for exams, university, or professional work.

  • Learn from lessons built to simplify complexity.

  • Develop confidence in solving calculus problems on your own.

  • Finally, enjoy math and see its beauty in action.

Don't let calculus intimidate you. Join today and discover how simple, intuitive, and powerful it can be. Enroll now and start understanding calculus.

Who this course is for:

  • Students starting out in calculus
  • Current calculus students
  • curious about calculus
  • intro to calculus
  • calculus for beginners