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Calculus and Linear Algebra I
UndergraduateMAQ-MATX10102025
Course information for 2025 intake
- Study method
- Online & on-campus
- Assessments
- Subject may require attendance
- Enrol by
- 16 Feb 2025
- Entry requirements
- Prior study needed
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start dates
- 24 Feb 2025,
- 28 July 2025
- Price from
- $625
- Upfront cost
- $0
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Calculus and Linear Algebra I
About this subject
On successful completion, a student will be able to
- Determine solutions to linear systems of equations using matrix tools and techniques.
- Employ techniques from linear algebra to analyse structures in 2- and 3-D Euclidean space, including vectors, lines and planes.
- Analyze a mathematical problem using concepts of limits, continuity and differentiability.
- Utilise the techniques of differentiation and integration with proficiency to a wide range of functions.
- Evaluate problems from a wide variety of applications and utilise mathematical and computational techniques to solve them.
- A week-by-week guide to the topics you will explore in this subject will be provided in your study materials
This is the first mainstream university mathematics unit; it is essential for students in engineering and many areas of science. This subject provides an introduction to basic concepts and techniques in linear algebra and calculus. In algebra, topics covered include matrices, systems of linear equations and their applications, including the use of vectors in two and three-dimensional Euclidean geometry and linear optimisation. In calculus, the concept of a function of one variable is explored, and the notions of limit and continuity are developed. The concept of the derivative as a suitable construct to describe rates of change is defined and techniques of differential and integral calculus of functions of a real variable are developed. Some simple differential equations and their role as quantitative models for dynamic processes, are discussed. Students are also introduced to the use of computers in mathematics, and develop modelling and problem solving skills through theoretical and practical problems.
- Weekly Quiz (20%)
- Test 1 (10%)
- Test 2 (10%)
- Problem Set (10%)
- Problem solving SGTA tasks (0%)
- Final Exam (50%)
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Entry requirements
Others
(HSC Mathematics Advanced Band 4 and above or Extension 1 Band E2 and above or Extension 2 Band E2 and above) or MATH1000 or WFMA0003 or WMAT1000
Additional requirements
- Attendance requirements - In person assessment
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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