MA102A and B: Introduction to Functions and Differential Calculus (Fall 2020)

Calendar Description

Rational, algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions; equations and inequalities involving them. Thorough introduction to limits of functions. Continuity and its consequences. Introduction to differential calculus.

Prerequisites

Completion of the Calculus Preparation Evaluation (CPE) and 12U Advanced Functions.

Instructor

Anne-Marie Allison (PhD)
E: aallison@wlu.ca

Lectures

Lecture content will be provided asynchronously

Lab Coordinator

Katie McGarry
E: cmcgarry@wlu.ca

Textbook

J. Stewart: Calculus (Early Transcendentals), 8^th Edition, Cengage Learning.

Calculators

Students may only use the approved calculator, Casio FX-300MS Plus required in labs, on the midterm test and the final examination. It is available for purchase at the campus bookstore. No other calculator is allowed.

MyLearningSpace

Materials related to this course and the full course outline will be posted on the MA102 MyLearningSpace website. You are responsible for checking here on a regular basis for important announcements.

Evaluation

A final mark out of 100 will be calculated as follows:

• WebWork Assignments 10%
• Laboratories: 30%
• Test 1 (Wednesday October 7th during lab time): 15%
• Test 2 (Wednesday November 11th during lab time) 15%
• Final Exam (2.5 hours, exact date, time and location to be announced): 30%

This document is a summary of the course outline for MA102 and is provided for the convenience of students.