UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA

SYLLABUS OUTLINE

FACULTY: Science & Sport

SCHOOL Mathematics & Statistics

COURSE OF STUDY: BSc. in Mathematics & Education

BSc. in Actuarial Science

BSc. in Science & Education

MODULE TITLE: CALCULUS 1A

MODULE CODE: MAT1060

DURATION: 52 hours (13 weeks @ 4 hours / week)

CREDIT VALUE: Four (4)

1.0 MODULE DESCRIPTION

This module seeks to develop an awareness of the need of calculus in dynamic situations.
The aim is to introduce the student to the fundamental principles of Calculus. It should
enable the student to understand the concepts of rates of change, differentiation, integration
and differential equations and to apply them to solve problems in science. The world is ever-
changing and calculus provides a means of analyzing these changes. This module also seeks
to improve logical thinking and reasoning skills in mathematics in an effort to effectively
solve problems in real-life situations. Calculus can be applied readily to situations that exist
in the sciences that can be modeled mathematically.

2.0 MODULE OBJECTIVES

After completing this course, students should be able to:

(i) understand the fundamental principles of limits of functions

(ii) manipulate and solve limits of different types of functions

(iii) define the derivative as the limit of a function

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(iv) perform differentiation on various functions

(v) apply the derivative to problems leading to maxima and minima

(vi) know that integration is the reverse process of differentiation

(vii) appreciate the use of integration in finding area and volume of revolution

(viii) solve problems leading to differential equations of the first order

3.0 COURSE CONTENT (Lecture hours +Tutorial hours)

UNIT 1: LIMITS AND CONTINUITY ( 6 hours )

After successful completion of this unit, the student should be able to:

1.1 Describe the behaviour of a function f ( x) as x gets arbitrarily close to a fixed number.
1.2 Evaluate the limit of different functions (algebraic, exponential, trigonometric or
logarithmic functions)
1.3 Apply limit theorems to evaluate composite functions involving sum, difference, product
or quotient of two or more functions
f ( x)
[ lim f ( x) g ( x) , lim f ( x) g ( x) , lim , where g( x) 0 ]
x a x a x a g ( x)

f ( x) 0
1.4 Evaluate limits of an indeterminate form ie. lim where f ( x) and g ( x) are
x a g ( x) 0
polynomials.
1.5 Evaluate limits involving infinity ( lim f ( x) )
x

1.6 Evaluate left and right hand limits

1.7 Define continuity of a function at a point
1.8 Define continuity of a function over an interval
1.9 Find, if they exist, any points of discontinuity to problems encountered in the sciences.

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Content
• Concept of limit of a function
• Limit Theorems
• Continuity & Discontinuity

UNIT 2: DIFFERENTIATION (20 hours )

After successful completion of this unit, the student should be able to:

2.1 Define and compute average rate of change over an interval using:
f ( x2 ) f ( x1 ) y2 y1
x2 x1 x2 x1
2.2 Apply average rate of change to science situations.
2.3 Define instantaneous rate of change at a given point
f (x h) f ( x)
2.4 Define the derivative of a function using f ( x) lim
h 0 h
and relate this to the instantaneous rate of change.
2.5 Find the derivative of a function using the definition of the derivative (first principles).
2.6 Calculate the gradient at a point on a given curve and use it to determine the equations of
the tangent and the normal to the curve at that point
2.7 Apply the following rules of differentiation:
-
Chain Rule (
dy
dx
= du dv  du )
dx
d
- Power Rule: ( [ f ( x)]n , n  )
dx
- Product Rule: (
d (uv)
dx
= v du
dx
+ u dv
dx
)
d (u ) v du − u dv
- Quotient Rule: ( dxv = dx 2 dx )
v

2.8 Differentiate different types of functions and combinations thereof: (algebraic,

exponential, log, trigonometric)

2.9 Find the derivative of a function using logarithmic differentiation

2.10 Find higher order derivatives (second, third, etc).
2.11 Find the first two derivatives of an implicitly defined function
2.12 Find relative extrema using the first derivative test.
2.13 Determine the nature of extrema (maxima/minima) using:
- the second derivative test
- the gradient test.
2.14 Find points of inflection using the second derivative test.
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2.15 Apply maxima/minima to real world problems
2.16 Apply differentiation in sketching the curves of polynomial functions (up to the fourth
degree).
2.17 Apply differentiation to relevant concepts in science.

Content
• Average rate of change
• The derivative as a limit
• Differentiation from first principles
• Gradient & equation of tangent and normal
• Differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric functions (&
combinations)
• Rules of differentiation: Power, Chain, Product, Quotient
• Implicit Differentiation
• Locating and classifying stationary points
• Curve sketching of polynomial functions

UNIT 3: INTEGRATION ( 20 hours )

After successful completion of this unit, the student should be able to:

3.1 Define integration as the reverse process of differentiation

3.2 Integrate simple algebraic, exponential, trigonometric functions.
3.3 Apply appropriate integration theorems:
 kf ( x) dx = k  f ( x) dx where k ;
 ( f ( x)  g ( x) ) dx =  f ( x) dx   g ( x) dx
f ( x)
3.4 Find integrals of the form  f ( x)
dx

3.5 Express a rational function (proper and improper) in partial fractions in the cases where
the denominators are:
(i) distinct linear factors
(ii) repeated linear factors
(iii) quadratic factors
(iv) combinations of (i) to (iii)

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3.6 Integrate functions using:
(i) Recognition / Substitution
(ii) Integration by Parts.
(iii) Integration by Partial Fractions
b

3.7 Evaluate the definite integral:  f ( x)

a
dx

3.8 Calculate area of an enclosed region on the Cartesian plane using the definite integral
3.9 Calculate the volume of revolution by rotating region about both x and y axes.
3.10 Apply integration to problems encountered in science.

Content
• Integration as anti-differentiation
• Indefinite integrals (concept and use)
• Linearity of integration
• Integration of algebraic, exponential, trigonometric functions
• Integration by substitution, parts, partial fractions
• Area under the graph of a continuous function
• Volume of revolution

UNIT 4: ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS ( 4 Hours )

After successful completion of this unit, the student should be able to:

4.1 Define order and degree of a differential equation

4.2 Solve differential equations by direct integration (of the type y f ( x),
y g ( x) )
4.3 Use the method of separation of variables to solve first order differential equations
4.4 Solve problems in science leading to differential equations.

Content
• Order and degree of differential equation
• Direct Integration
• Separation of variables

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4.0 INSTRUCTIONAL/LEARNING APPROACHES

This module will be conducted in two parts: lectures and tutorials. The method of delivery
will involve face to face and/or online (using the MOODLE platform) depending on
demand.

Tutorial classes are smaller groups which will facilitate greater interaction and
participation of students in the learning process. The tutorial work-sheets will reinforce
the concepts taught and will be geared towards interactive discussions and problem
solving.

5.0 ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES

The coursework consists of two tests equally weighted at 25% each.

In-course test 1 will be held in week ~7 and will cover material on the following areas:
Limits & Continuity, Rates of Change, First Principles and Basic Differentiation (including
rules).

In-course test 2 will be held in week ~12 and will cover the areas: Implicit Differentiation,
Logarithmic Differentiation, Stationary Points and Integration.

The final exam is a comprehensive paper drawn from all units on the syllabus.

Weighting for Assessment Procedures

Course-Work

In-course Test 1 ……….25%.......................................................................Week 7

In-course Test 2 ……….25%......................................................................Week 12

Final Exam …………..50% ....................................................................date determined by

University Exam Centre

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6.0 BREAKDOWN OF HOURS

The breakdown of the proposed teaching hours for the module is outlined as follows:

Didactic Instruction (Lecture) 26 Hrs

Tutorial/Lecture 22 Hrs
Test 1 2 Hrs (done in tutorial class)
Test 2 2 Hrs (done in tutorial class)
Final Examination 2 Hrs (done in exam period - set by Exam Centre)

7.0 TEXTBOOKS AND REFERENCES

Required Text:

Bostock, L . and Chandler, S.; Mathematics – The Core Course for A-Level,
Publishers: Nelson Thornes Ltd. UK (2002)

Recommended Text:

1. Stroud, K.A. and Dexter; (2013); Engineering Mathematics, 7th Edition,

Publishers: Palgrave MacMillian

2. J.K. Backhouse, P. Houldsworth, P. Horril; Pure Mathematics Book 1,

4th Edition, Publisher- Longman (1985)

3. J.K. Backhouse, P. Houldsworth, Cooper..et al.; Pure Mathematics Book 2,

Latest Edition, Publisher- Longman

8.0 NAMES OF SYLLABUS DEVELOPERS & WRITERS:

Judith DeLisser, Dennis. Xavier, Biju Manianghattu Errol Rowe, Kevin Williams

8.1 DATE OF PRESENTATION:

December 2015

8.2 NAME OF SYLLABUS REVIEWER:

Judith DeLisser

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 8.3 DATE OF REVISION:

March 28, 2022

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