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MATH 207Calculus 3 (Non-Specialist Level)

Units
0.50
Faculty
Mathematics
Subject
Mathematics

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 5 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled, 2 lecture sections. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

Multivariable functions and partial derivatives. Gradients. Optimization including Lagrange multipliers. Polar coordinates. Multiple integrals. Surface integrals on spheres and cylinders. Introduction to Fourier Series.

Prerequisites

  • Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
    • MATH128 - Calculus 2 for the Sciences (0.50)
    • MATH138 - Calculus 2 for Honours Mathematics (0.50)
    • MATH148 - Calculus 2 (Advanced Level) (0.50)

Antirequisites

  • Not completed nor concurrently enrolled in any of the following:
    • AMATH231 - Calculus 4 (0.50)
    • MATH212 - Advanced Calculus 2 for Electrical Engineers (0.50)
    • MATH217 - Calculus 3 for Chemical Engineering (0.50)
    • MATH227 - Calculus 3 for Honours Physics (0.50)
    • MATH237 - Calculus 3 for Honours Mathematics (0.50)
    • MATH247 - Calculus 3 (Advanced Level) (0.50)
    • NE217 - Advanced Calculus and Numerical Methods 2 (0.50)

Leads to

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
SectionClassEnrolledMeets
LEC 001617326 / 30MWF 09:30–10:20
TUT 101649126 / 30Th 16:30–17:20

Winter 2027 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
SectionClassEnrolledMeets
LEC 00157910 / 40MWF 08:30–09:20
LEC 701227614 / 9999Online or by arrangement
TUT 10161320 / 40M 15:30–16:20

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Discussed on r/uwaterloo

35 posts and comments in 29 threads mention MATH 207, May 2014 to December 2024. Quoted word for word, newest first; each reply sits under the post and the comment that started its branch. Search r/uwaterloo for newer posts.

Fall 2024

Taking Math 128 as Math Major? 4 points, 5 comments

“I was wondering if taking math 128 as a math major would negatively impact me for my future courses. I heard it's fine for cs majors but didn't find much info for Math majors. …”

u/Laeriana: “… MOST non-CS programs (one notable exception being Mathematical Studies, which can require MATH 207 instead or MATH 229/239/249). Which programs were you looking into at the moment? …”

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Spring 2023

Math electives for arts student math minor 1 point, 13 comments

u/Coca-cola-1: “I'm doing a math minor from arts faculty with Econ major!! I have to take 3 math electives\ anything from CO, CS, MATH, MATH-BUS, .... what electives would your recommend. I'm thinking math 207, math 225, Co 227 or math 250.”

u/OutrageousRisk1299: “If you want to take math 225 you need to take math106 and math103 if you didn't do calc in hs if you want to take math207 you need math 128,127 and 104 if you didn't do calc in hs Co you need math106 and the calc thing For math250 i assume you mean amath? …”

u/AHpache182: “ACTSC 231 or 221 CS 200 MATH 207 or 225”

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Winter 2023

What's an easy math course offered in the spring 4 points, 19 comments

“I'm an alumnus of UW currently in teacher's college and I need to take one math course in the spring. I just want to take the easiest one possible and ideally online. …”

u/Mr-Goose-: “i think u would enjoy calc 3. i think there is an easier version math 207? if not, use UWFLOW check out the prereqs to all courses and see how it is”

u/Mr-Goose-: “237 was def easier than calc 1 and 2 (137/138). that’s why i recommend the (even easier) math 207 which is the non specialist version of it”

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Fall 2022

Winter 2021

General Math (Math Studies) 7 points, 6 comments

“Any advice is appreciated! I am currently navigating through “Honours Math” and have trouble picking which program to stick to... …”

u/Laeriana: “… they accept MATH 237 as a pre-req, but not MATH 207 for instance). This can affect some upper year course planning depending on what you wish to do, but overall, it is still a VERY flexible program. 3. Do you feel disadvantaged by your program when applying for jobs? …”

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Spring 2020

Advice: What are some easy Math courses to take? 9 points, 5 comments

“Background: I graduated from UWaterloo during undergrad and completed my Teaching Masters at UofT. I am now a recognized Ontario Teacher. …”

u/Laeriana: “Since you're taking bonus courses, I'm assuming you'll likely be re-applying to Waterloo as a post-degree student (i.e. …”

u/Laeriana: “… your grade from 124 can count as a pre-requisite - again, check with a post-degree advisor MATH 207: Assuming you want to do more calculus, and have the pre-req of 128. …”

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Academic Offence 4 points, 15 comments

“I received an email about an academic offence on a math midterm for cheating even though I didn't. My mental health hasn't been great lately so this isn't the greatest timing. …”

u/ProductiveStoner99: “Is this for math 207”

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Difference between STEWART: ESSENTIAL CALCULUS CUSTOM 2ED and the Full STEWARD: ESSENTIAL CALCULUS 2ED? 1 point, 2 comments

u/DUCK_PENETRATOR: “I'm taking MATH 207 and the course requires STEWART: ESSENTIAL CALCULUS CUSTOM 2ED. I found the full textbook on google is there any difference?”

u/Laeriana: “Previous MATH 207 student here! The "Custom" version is a specific UWaterloo requested book that compiles all the relevant chapters (5 specific chapters or so) from the "Full" version (that has like...14 ish chapters total) that MATH 207 needs. …”

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