Unit Code:	MAT1CA
Unit Short Title:	CALCULUS A
Credit Points:	15.0
Unit Description:	The development of calculus was a crucial step in the evolution of much of modern pure and applied mathematics. The key concepts of differential and integral calculus are explored in this unit, which lays the foundation for subsequent major studies in mathematics or studies within the engineering program.
Class Requirements:	three 1-hour lectures and one 1-hour tutorial per week.
Work Experience Indicator:	Not undertaking work experience in industry
Available to 'Study Abroad' students:	Y
Recommended Prior Studies:	a study score of at least 20 in VCE Mathematical Methods 3 and 4

Assessment:

Assessment Type	%	Comments
three 30-minute tests (each 10%)	30
one 3-hour examination	70

Readings:

Reading Type	Title	Author	Publisher
Prescribed	Calculus	Stewart, J.	6th edn, Thomson Brooks/Cole, Belmont, CA, 2008.

Unit Streams:

Teaching Period	Unit Class	Location
1   01-MAR-10   04-JUN-10	Day	BENDIGO

Unit Coordinators:

Title	First Name	Last Name	Location	Primary Coordinator
Dr	Simon	Smith	BENDIGO	Y