Question about Calculus 1 in university.

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Calculus 1 at community colleges, such as LACC, typically utilizes the Stewart series, which has received mixed reviews from students. The Morris Kline book, "An Intuitive Approach to Calculus," is noted for its comprehensive coverage, potentially extending to Calculus 3, and is favored by some over Stewart. Swokowski's "Calculus" is also recommended, though its comparative quality to Stewart is debated. For those aspiring to become mathematicians, further study from Spivak and Apostol is suggested, alongside exploring logic classes to enhance critical thinking skills.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic calculus concepts
  • Familiarity with vector mathematics
  • Knowledge of mathematical proofs
  • Basic proficiency in trigonometry
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Morris Kline: An Intuitive Approach to Calculus" for comprehensive calculus coverage
  • Explore "Calculus" by Swokowski for alternative perspectives on calculus concepts
  • Study "How to Prove It" by Daniel J. Velleman to improve proof skills
  • Investigate advanced trigonometry resources that challenge existing knowledge
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Students in community college calculus courses, aspiring mathematicians, and individuals seeking to strengthen their understanding of calculus, trigonometry, and mathematical proofs.

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My question is what does Calculus 1 consist of in college (community college which is not that proof heavy).

I have the Morris Kline book which I am self learning from and so far so good. I finally understood
how vectors work in reference to an object m sliding down a slope which is frictionless.

I also have Calculus by Swokowski which a few people recommended on this forum.

Is the Morris Kline: An Intuitive Approach to Calculus solely for Calculus 1? Or does it cover up to
Calculus 3 because I saw rotation of axis and vectors midway through the book.

My community college LACC uses Stewart for their Calculus series. Is Swokowski Calculus a lot better then Stewart or are they both easy books that do not have meat and potatoes?

I want to be a mathematician so I will learn from Spivak and Apostol after my college calculus class.

Also, what books at my math level are great for learning how to proof. and if it would be beneficial for me take some logic classes if it will help with my critical thinking for math.

Thanks.


Ps. Any great books for trig? I have the Cohen(Trig, Pre-Cal book) and Sullivans (Trig).
Cohen Trig book is lacking in the vector area and the application side, but his explanations are readable. Sullivan covers vectors includding the Dot, Cross, Area of Parralelogram, and XYZ plane. Yet, Sullivans excercises are a bit easy.

Any trig book which are challenging?

I also want to relearn geometry. Is Keselev Planetary any good? Or should I get the Lang book.

Thanks
 
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To be blunt, Stewart Calculus is bad, at least that is the general feeling I get from people I know who have used it. It looks like Morris Klien's book goes up to Calculus 3.
 
We unfortunately used Stewart for calc I-III. I also liked Kline so I ended up just using that instead. I would usually read the corresponding chapters from both books though. The chapters are a bit out of order but you can find everything in there.
 

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