INTRODUCTORY CALCULUS
MAT1ICA
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Calculus is a key mathematical tool used to identify and understand relationships between variables in disciplines such as the natural and physical sciences, engineering and economics. In this subject you will develop algebra and precalculus skills that are required to study calculus. You will be introduced to the key ideas of differential and integral calculus by means of examples focused on problems in science and engineering. The subject is designed for students who have not studied calculus previously (but have algebra skills equivalent to year 10 level) and who wish to gain an appreciation of calculus as preparation for further studies in mathematics, or require it to support study in other disciplines such as physical science.
SchoolEngineering and Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorChris Taylor
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsMAT1CA OR MAT1NLA OR MAT1PHM OR MAT1CLA OR MAT1CNS OR MAT1CPE OR MAT1CDE OR MAT1CB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsThis subject is designed for students who have not successfully completed VCE Mathematics Methods 3/4 (or equivalent); these students should complete MAT1ICA successfully, before enrolling in MAT1CDE and/or MAT1NLA.
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Subject options
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Bendigo, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMumtaz Hussain
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.00 h lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.00 h practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Small class sessions with a staff member for practice, reinforcement and extension of concepts in online presentations.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 h unscheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
2-hours of online learning materials and activity (laboratory space will be provided)
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five 10-min online quizzes (1000 words equivalent total) Unlimited attempts over seven days, for mastery of skills. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
| One 2-hour examination (2000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6, SILO7 |
| Five written assignments (1000 words equivalent total) Written answers to mathematical problems, in alternate weeks to quiz. Formative assessment. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6, SILO7 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorChris Taylor
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.00 h lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.00 h practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Small class sessions with a staff member for practice, reinforcement and extension of concepts in online presentations.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 h unscheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
2-hours of online learning materials and activity (laboratory space will be provided)
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five 10-min online quizzes (1000 words equivalent total) Unlimited attempts over seven days, for mastery of skills. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
| One 2-hour examination (2000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6, SILO7 |
| Five written assignments (1000 words equivalent total) Written answers to mathematical problems, in alternate weeks to quiz. Formative assessment. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6, SILO7 |