Course Syllabus
Athabasca University
Mathematics (MATH) 265
Introduction to Calculus I (Revision 9)
Opened in Moodle, July 23, 2009.
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Mathematics Diagnostic Assessment. This online test contains 70 questions that will help you assess your mathematical skills. Based on your score we will recommend which Athabasca University mathematics course you are likely ready to take successfully.
Delivery mode: Individualized study online or individualized study.
Credits: 3 - Science
Prerequisite: Math 30 or an equivalent pre-calculus math course is strongly recommended. Students should have a deep understanding of basic algebra and trigonometry.
Precluded course: MATH 212 (MATH 265 may not be taken for credit if credit has already been obtained for MATH 212.)
Centre: Centre for Science
MATH 265 has a Challenge for Credit option.
Overview
MATH 265 is an introductory calculus course covering real numbers, functions, continuity and limits, derivatives, curve sketching, optimization areas between curves, applications of the derivative, anti-derivatives, integrals, and areas.
Outline
Unit 1: Brief Review of Algebra and Trigonometry for Calculus
Unit 2: Functions
Unit 3: Limits
Unit 4: Differentiation
Unit 5: Applications of the Derivative
Unit 6: Integration
Unit 7: Applications of the Definite Integral
Evaluation
To receive credit for the course, you must submit all the course assignments and complete them to the satisfaction of your tutor. You must also achieve a grade of at least 50 per cent on each examination, and a course composite grade of at least “D” (50 percent). The weighting of the composite grade is as follows:
| Assign. 1 | Assign. 2 | Midterm Exam | Assign. 3 | Assign. 4 | Final Exam | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5% | 10% | 25% | 10% | 10% | 40% | 100% |
To learn more about assignments and examinations, please refer to Athabasca University's online Calendar.
Course Materials
Textbooks
Stewart, James. Readings from Stewart: Single Variable Calculus, Fifth Edition: Custom Edition for MATH 265 Introduction to Calculus, Athabasca University. Scarborough, ON: Thomson Nelson, 2006.
MATH 265: Student Solution Manual to Accompany Introduction to Calculus. Scarborough, ON: Thomson Nelson, 2006.
Other Materials
The course materials include a study guide and a student manual. Math Resource page.
Athabasca University reserves the right to amend course outlines occasionally and without notice.
Courses offered by other delivery methods may vary from their individualized study counterparts.
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