Mathematics Preparation for Calculus (Fall 2012)

Last Update: Thursday, 10 May, 2012

Get the inside scoop on Math 100! Our classes are specifically designed to prepare you for your first university-level calculus course - it’s not the same as high school!!

These courses are also recommended for those who have not studied mathematics recently, and for those entering Math 101 in the Fall term.

Students are assumed to have successfully completed Pure Math 30 and Math 31 (or equivalents).

Review of Algebra:

This three-hour workshop is a review of concepts and algebraic skills necessary for success in mathematics in general and calculus in particular. Topics include mathematical logic, absolute value, solving inequalities, graphing transformed functions, the algebra of functions (piecewise, composite), and an introduction to vectors.

Mathematics Preparation for Engineers:

This eight-hour workshop features an intensive review of differential and integral calculus, with an eye towards preparing students for the rigours of Math 100.

Topics include limits (including indeterminate forms), continuity, the derivative (definition, properties, rules of differentiation), applications of the derivative (curve sketching, related rates), antiderivatives, and properties of the definite integral (definition, Fundamental Theorem).

Schedule:

-        Review of Algebra and Mathematical Logic: Thurs, 6 Sept, 1700-2000, Location TBA

-        Mathematics Preparation for Calculus: Choose from:

Mon-Thurs, 27-30 Aug, 1000-1200 daily, Location TBA

OR Fri, 7 Sept, 1700-1900 AND Sat-Sun, 8-9 Sept, 1200-1500, Location TBA

Fees:

-        Review of Algebra and Mathematical Logic: $35 (incl. GST)

-        Mathematics Preparation for Calculus: $90 (incl. GST)

Registration and Payment:

- At any time, registration may be made via email at masc@ualberta.ca. Payment is then due in CAB 289 by cheque (payable to the U of A), debit, or cash 30 minutes before the first class.

- During August and September, registration will also take place in person in our office

(CAB 289) on Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon.