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Introduction to calculus, trigonometry and algebra. Emphasis on setting up mathematical models of problems, solving them and interpreting the solutions. Applications to the physical, life and earth sciences as well as to commerce and the humanities.
MATH101 covers the basic ideas of functions and their graphs, trigonometry, limits, and calculus. We introduce the concept of a mathematical model and discuss setting up mathematical models to solve problems. Examples are drawn from the physical, life and earth sciences as well as commerce and the humanities. Skills are practiced in lectures, weekly tutorial sessions, and using online learning software. Emphasis is placed on understanding through examples, and you will use the methods taught to study a variety of practical problems. In the process your algebra and calculus skills will improve, and you will gain insight into the usefulness of these techniques. The course aims to build your confidence and foster your enjoyment of mathematics.MATH101 is for students who need some knowledge of mathematics to support other studies such as the earth and life sciences, and for students who wish to prepare for EMTH118 or MATH102. The recommended background for this course is NCEA Level 2 Mathematics or equivalent.
A student who successfully completes this course will:understand the rules of exponentsbe able to use basic algebra to simplify expressions and rearrange equationsbe able to solve both linear and non-linear equationsunderstand the concept of a function, and recognise and use function notation and operations be able to identify, graph and interpret polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric relationships in both mathematical and real world contexts using appropriate applications be able to find the derivative and integral of polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, including the use of product, quotient and chain rulesunderstand the relationship between the processes of integration and differentiation be able to identify when a derivative is an appropriate mathematical model, and use it to solve optimisation problemsbe able to identify when an integral is an appropriate mathematical model, and to use it to solve appropriate real world problemshave the ability to express mathematics in written form to communicate mathematical ideas and solutions to problems
Students who have been credited with any of EMTH117, EMTH118, EMTH119, MATH102 or MATH103, cannot be subsequently credited with MATH101.
Students must attend one activity from each section.
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Clemency Montelle , Cameron Bell and Tess Grant
Note: To pass the course you must:• obtain at least 50% overall; and • obtain at least 40% on the final exam; and • pass all five core skills modules (prerequisite content).
Barton, David , Cox, David; Essential maths and stats : for higher education ; Pearson, 2013.
Croft, Tony , Davison, Robert; Foundation maths ; 5th ed; Pearson/Education, 2010.
Haeussler, Ernest F. , Paul, Richard S., Wood, R. J; Introductory mathematical analysis for business, economics, and the life and social sciences ; 13th ed; Pearson, 2014.
NCEA Level 2 and 3 textbooks are also a useful reference.
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Domestic fee $897.00
International fee $5,188.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Mathematics and Statistics .