12165 (v.2) Mathematics 133

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Area:	Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Credits:	12.5
Contact Hours:	4.0
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Basic algebra - transposition of formulae, indices, solution of equations. Trigonometry. Functions - polynomials, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, transformations, inverse. Differential calculus - limits, continuity, differentiation rules. Use of computer software and/or graphics calculators.
Unit Outcomes:	Students will receive a thorough revision of Algebra and Trigonometry, will be given a broader knowledge of Functions, and will be provided with the necessary background knowledge of Differential Calculus so that they, after satisfactory completion of this unit, can pursue the unit Mathematics 134
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Any Basic Calculus and Trigonometry textbook.
Unit Texts:	Sadler, A.J. 1997. Introductory Calculus, 2nd ed. Sadler Family Trust. Sadler, A.J. 1993. Geometry and Trigonometry. Sadler Family Trust. Tables and Formulae Book
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	For each module: Worksheets 20%, Computer work 10%, Final test 70%. Each module is of equal value. To complete the course satisfactorily, the test result of each module must be equal than or greater than 35% while the overall result must be equal than or greater than 50%. Students are required to sit for all tests and complete all computer assignments.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y