Calculus isn’t solely about learning how to derive and integrate equations using algebraic rules. There are underlying principles behind differentiation and in

Calculus isn’t solely about learning how to derive and integrate equations using algebraic rules. There are underlying principles behind differentiation and integration that are missed if one only focuses on learning symbolic manipulations. Sure, many could get by with just a computer algebra system, but eventually someone will run across a problem that a CAS won’t handle. That person will need to have an understanding of the deeper mathematical principles to solve the problem.