MA111

Calculus I and Linear Algebra I

COURSE OUTLINE

1. SEMESTER/YEAR: Semester II, 2020

2. MODE OF DELIVERY/LOCATION: Face-To-Face @ Laucala & Online @ other Campuses

3. PRE-REQUISITES: Form 7 Mathematics or (MAF11 and MAF12)

4. COURSE CO-ORDINATOR: Dr Bibhya Sharma

Office: Level 4, Building A, ICT Consultation Hours
Centre
Phone: +679 3232069
Email: bibhya.sharma@usp.ac.fj Tuesday 2-4PM

Lecturer: Consultation hours:

Name: Dr. Sione Paea
Office: 3rd Floor, ICT Building
A.
Phone:+679 3232349
Email: sione.paea@usp.ac.fj
------------------------------------------
--
Wednesday 9 -11AM

5. TEACHING TEAM (Course Facilitators): TBA

6. LECTURE TIMES & VENUE (Laucala Face-to-Face students only)

DAY TIME ROOM

Monday 12pm 092-003
Wednesday 2pm 092-003
Thursday 3pm 018-001
Thursday 4pm 018-001

7. EMERGENCY CONTACT
Dr. MGM Khan, HoS
Office: SCIMS administration, Level 3, A-Block ICT Building
Email: mgm.khan@usp.ac.fj
Phone: (+679) 32 32507
 Fax: (+679) 323 1527

8. COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course examines Calculus: limits and continuity; the derivative; exponential,
logarithmic and inverse trigonometric functions; integration; and linear algebra: systems of
linear equations; Gaussian elimination; Gauss-Jordan elimination; applications of system of
linear equations; matrices; determinants. Note: Mature students wishing to enter MA111
are required to complete MAF12 if they had not studied or taught Mathematics for at least
a year during the five years prior to enrolment.

9. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learning Outcome Associated Activities Assessment
1 Apply different 1 Be able to apply different techniques for solving systems of Tests,
techniques for linear equations to real life problems. Answer the relevant assignments,
solving systems of questions in tutorial exercises, lab, assignments, quizzes, topic quizzes and
linear equations. tests and exams. exam
2 Compute 1 Be able to compute eigenvalues and eigenvectors of square Tests,
eigenvalues and matrices. Answer the relevant questions in tutorial exercises, assignments,
eigenvectors of lab, assignments, quizzes, topic tests and exams. quizzes and
matrices exam
3 Determine the 1 Be able to determine the relationships between the limits, Tests,
relationships derivatives and continuity of functions. Answer the relevant assignments,
between the questions in tutorial exercises, assignments, quizzes, topic tests quizzes and
limits, derivatives and exams. exam
and continuity of 2 Be able evaluate limits, find derivatives and check continuity of
functions. the functions. Answer the relevant questions in tutorial
exercises, assignments, quizzes, topic tests and exams.
4 Apply the 1 Be able to apply the principles of differentiation to solve simple Tests,
principles of real life problems. Answer the relevant questions in tutorial assignments,
differentiation to exercises, tests, labs, assignments and exams. quizzes and
solve simple real exam
life problems.
5 Compute 1 Be able compute integration, both as area problems and the Tests,
integration both technique of substitution. Answer the relevant questions in assignments,
as area problems tutorial exercises, assignments, quizzes, topic tests and exams. quizzes and
and the technique exam
of substitution.

10. PROGRAMME GRADUATE OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this programme, graduates should be able to:
1. Demonstrate the ability to use symbolic, graphical, numerical, and written
representations of mathematical ideas;
2. Use classical experimental techniques and modern measurement technology,
including analogue electronics, computer data acquisition, laboratory test

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page 2

 equipment, optics, lasers, and detectors to design experiment, and to properly
communicate the results of their experiment;
3. Communicate verbally, graphically, and/or in writing the results of theoretical
calculations and laboratory experiments in a clear and concise manner that
incorporates the stylistic conventions used by physicists worldwide;
4. Use mathematical reasoning to solve problems and a generalized problem solving
process to work word problems.

11. USP GRADUATE OUTCOMES

The USP graduate outcomes are as follows:

1. Creativity: Graduates will generate new ideas and approaches to solve problems
2. Communication: Graduates will choose appropriate language and modes of
communication to share ideas and capture understanding
3. Critical thinking: Graduates will evaluate ideas and opinions before forming a
conclusion
4. Ethics: Graduates will apply ethical reasoning to their actions and decisionmaking
5. Pacific consciousness: Graduates will recognize the cultural heritage, and
diversity of Pacific societies
6. Professionalism: Graduates will apply professional principles, values and ethics to
their work
7. Teamwork: Graduates will collaborate with people of diverse perspectives to
achieve goals

12. COURSE CONTENT

Algebra: Introduction to systems of linear equations, Gaussian elimination and Gauss-

Jordan elimination methods, applications. Operations with matrices, properties of
matrix operations, matrix inverse, elementary matrices. Determinant of matrices,
properties and applications of determinants, introduction to eigenvalues.

Calculus: Introduction to functions, inverse functions exponential and logarithmic

functions, parametric equations; computing limits (intuitive approach), continuity of
trigonometric and inverse functions; tangent lines, derivative functions, techniques of
differentiation, derivatives of transcendental functions; analysis of functions using
derivatives, applied extreme value problems, Newton’s method, Rolle’s and Mean-
Value theorems; integration as an area problem, indefinite integral, integration by
substitution.

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page 3

13. PRESCRIBED TEXT AND OTHER RESOURCES

Prescribed Text

Calculus – Early Transcendentals by Anton/Bivens/Davis (11th Edition)

Elementary Linear Algebra by Ron Larson (8th Edition)

14. ALIGNMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES, ACTIVITIES AND ASSESSMENT

The following table demonstrates the alignment of the course learning outcomes to
appropriate activities and assessments and the links to programme and USP graduate
outcomes.

Course Associated Assessment Programme USP Graduate

Learning L&T Outcomes Outcomes
Outcome Activities
1 Lectures, Tests, Quizzes, Assignments, 1-4 1-7
Tutorials, Labs Final Exam
2 Lectures, Tests, Quizzes, Assignments, 1-4 1-7
Tutorials, Labs Final Exam
3 Lectures, Tests, Quizzes, Assignments, 1-4 1-7
Tutorials, Labs Final Exam
4 Lectures, Tests, Quizzes, Assignments, 1-4 1-7
Tutorials, Labs Final Exam
5 Lectures, Tests, Quizzes, Assignments, 1-4 1-7
Tutorials, Labs Final Exam

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page 4

15. ASSESSMENT

15.1 ASSESSMENT PORTFOLIO

TYPE % Comments Learning
Outcome
Mid-semester Test 25 1 short test unrehearsed performed under strict 1-5
supervision, with an allocated time of 1.5 hours to
respond.
Rationale
• To test student’s understanding of specific sections
• To provide feedback to students and the teaching
staff
Weekly Quizzes 5 A total of eight online quizzes. Quiz will be done 1-5
individually.
Rationale
• To test students’ understanding & recollection of
specific concepts from previous lectures in the
week
• To provide feedback to the teaching staff
• To encourage students to work consistently
Assignments 10 2 short assignments. 1-5
Rationale
• To test understanding of specific concepts and
sections
• To provide feedback to the teaching staff and the
students
• To encourage students to work consistently
Tutorial & Lab - Rationale 1-5
Attendance • Immediate students improvement to lectures and
(f2f mode only) tutorial attendance
• Students learn to carry out self and peer
evaluations
Final Exam 60 A summative assessment mostly on application of 1-5
concepts taught during the semester. Performed under
strict supervision, with an allocated time (3hr) to respond.

15.2 PASSING THE UNIT

In order to be awarded a pass in this unit, students must:
 Achieve at least 40% in the final exam and
 achieve an overall mark of at least 50% in the course and
 attain minimum of 60% (face to face mode) attendance in tutorials, and
 attain minimum of 60% (face to face mode) attendance in lab.

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page 5

  If you DO NOT comply with these criteria you are automatically deemed to
have failed the course although you will be allowed to attempt all
assessments.

15.3 GRADE DISTRIBUTION

A+ A B+ B C+ C D E
85-100 78-84 71-77 64-70 57-63 50-56 40-49 0-39

15.4 ASSESSMENT POLICIES AND REGULATIONS

For detailed regulations, please refer to the USP Handbook and Calendar.

Plagiarism, copying materials from other sources without proper referencing and
acknowledge of the source is a serious offence and will be dealt with severely. In the
Regulations Governing Academic Misconduct section of the USP Handbook &
Calendar plagiarism is defined as “the copying of another person’s creative work and
using it as one’s own – without explicitly giving credit to the original creator. Work
copied without acknowledgement from a book, from another student’s work, from
the internet or from any other source”. If lecturer is satisfied that plagiarism has
occurred, they will report the matter to the Head of School. They can reduce marks
appropriately. If the matter is seen as serious enough, it can be taken to the Student
Disciplinary Committee by the Head of School.

16. IMPORTANT DATES

Activity Date/Week %

Weekly Quizzes Week 2,3,4,5,9,10,11,12 5

Assignment 1 11/09/2020 (Week 6-Friday) 5

Mid-Semester Test 01/10/2020 (Week 8) 25

Assignment 2 06/11/2020 (Week 13-Friday) 5

17. ADDITIONAL COURSE ATTENDANCE

17.1 TUTORIALS
Attendance in tutorials is mandatory to all face to face mode students (online mode
students are not included). Students can choose their tutorial sessions by signing up
on the course shell on Moodle which will be available in Week 1. All tutorials start
from the second week.

The minimum requirement for tutorial participation is 60%.

Weekly tutorial sheet will be uploaded onto the MA111 Moodle shell and students
are required to attempt all questions before they attend their tutorial sessions.

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page 6

 Grou Day Time Venue
p
1 Monday 11am 093-207
2 Monday 1pm 093-202
3 Monday 2pm 014-117
4 Tuesday 3pm 014-116
5 Wednesday 10am 093-007
6 Wednesday 1pm 903-007
7 Wednesday 3pm 093-007
8 Thursday 11am 014-117

17.2 LABORATORY SESSIONS

Attendance in labs is mandatory to all face to face mode students (online mode
students are not included). Students can choose their lab sessions by signing up on
the course shell on Moodle. All labs start from the second week.

The minimum requirement for lab participation is 60%.

Lab sheet will be uploaded onto the MA111 Moodle Shell. The software and PC will
be setup prior to your semester start.

Grou Day Time Venue

p
1 Tuesday 9am TL4
2 Tuesday 10am TL4
3 Wed 3pm TL1A
4 Friday 4pm TL4

17.3 ONLINE WORK

There will be satellite tutorials held for the online students in the region on
Wednesdays from 2 to 3pm (Fiji Time). There are total of five satellite sessions
organized for regional campus students (this is tentative as it can increase/ decrease,
please keep a close tab on the news and announcement forum for more updates) to
take advantage of and have queries addressed during those sessions in regards to
course topics and assessments. The course team will also demonstrate key concepts
and test your knowledge to ensure you have achieved the learning outcomes. Take
note of the following session times and please be punctual. The USP Net operator
(ITS) should assist you in settling in for your sessions:

18. STUDENT SUPPORT

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page 7

18.1 ONLINE HELP & e-Learning INFORMATION
All course materials will be made available on Moodle, students are
encouraged to print out notes well before time and read through it at least
once so that it makes sense once lectures a delivered.
All information and material will be provided on Moodle share for MA111 Course in
the website: http://elearn.usp.ac.fj. You may login using your SOLS username and
password.
Students may either call in personally or seek help via email. Any student
seeking help relating to the course via email should include the following:
From: <a valid student ID to be used> (Reason: When we send it to outside
mail, spammers can get hold of our address to send us junk mail and it is
very time involving to scan through all emails)
Subject: <MA111 – xxxxxxx> (This is to ensure that mail filters in my mail
client is able to filter it to the MA111 course folder & I can give priority to
your mail. Note we receive almost 20+ USP related emails apart from
student & personal emails!!)
Message Body: write concisely what you need to be clarified. Also include
your name at the end. It is an uncourteous gesture not to include the
sender’s name.

18.2 FACULTY STUDENT LEARNING SUPPORT (SLS) SERVICES

FSTE Student Learning Specialists provide you with professional assistance for
successful study and help you develop as an independent active learner. Student
Learning Support services are provided at the Hub. The student support staff will:

• respond to your email requests through fstetutorsupport@usp.ac.fj.

• help you to adapt to the new environment and expectations of students at the
USP.
• have one-to-one consultations with you to discuss any challenges that you may
be facing in your studies.
• connect you to mentors (study buddies) who will guide you and facilitate group
discussions with other students in your courses.
• conduct special workshops to upskill and equip you for your assessments and
examinations.( e.g. Literature Review, Report Writing, Presentation Skills, etc.)
NB Check your student webmail for advertisements.
• help you unpack and understand your assignments and tutorial questions.
• assist you with English language and mathematics basic skills.
• provide specific assistance for students with disability.
• assist students who have left school for some years (mature students).
• assist students who are not performing up to par.

AT-RISK STUDENTS
Extra Help (Remedial) Sessions are compulsory for students who have demonstrated
prior weak performance. Extra Help Sessions must be taken in addition to regular
tutorials, and a minimum attendance of 60% in these sessions is required to past the

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page 8

 course. Students who qualify for Extra Help Sessions will be notified by the Course
Coordinator prior to the 3rd week of the semester. The purpose of these sessions is
to provide students who have struggled in the past (“C“ grade or less in prerequisite
courses) by providing additional contact with teaching staff to help them succeed in
the course. The type of extra help offered in these sessions is determined by the
Course Coordinator. Qualifying students will be identified by the Faculty. Based on
student marks at mid-semester, the Course Coordinator may require struggling
students to attend Extra Help Sessions during the second half of the semester. These
sessions can include extra tutorials, workshops, peer mentoring, etc.

ALL FSTE SLS SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE

More details about the FSTE Student Learning Support can be found at:
Website: http://www.usp.ac.fj/index.php?id=10950 Moodle: FSTE
Student Learning Support

19. EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS

19.1 STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Students are expected to:

• Spend enough time on Moodle and other activities required in the course
• Attend all lectures, workshops, team meetings etc. unless hampered by illness in
which case you must inform your course coordinator and team members.
• Arrange with the team members to work in their own times on the project.
• Maintain proper attire for the laboratory, clothing, shoes etc.
• Facilitate the course coordinator with any proof that he/she was sick and unable to
attend classes or assessment at the earliest possible time to avoid getting a zero
mark for the missed assessment.

19.2 STUDENT WORKLOAD

The following table should be taken as a guideline. Students taking the O mode may
have a different variation as they don’t take lab sessions but are expected to spend the
same time on similar relevant activities which will be given out by the Course
Coordinators to supplement their weekly tutorial set of exercises.

TYPE Hours Comments

Tutorial Participation 13.0 Thirteen tutorials

Three hours to be spent
Tutorial Preparation 39.0 every week to complete
the tutorial exercises
Lecture Participation 56.0 Four lectures per week

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page 9

 Quiz Participation 1.5 Eight 10-12 minute quiz
Laboratory Thirteen lab sessions
13.0
Participation
30 minutes to be spent
Quiz Prep. 4.0
preparing for each quiz
Test Participation 1.5 Two tests
In preparation for the
Test Prep. 24.0
test
Five hours to be spent
Assignments 10.0
on each assignment
Final Exam A 3 hour examination at
3.0
Participation the end of the semester
The student is expected
Final Exam to spend about 36
36.0
Preparation hours preparing for the
final examination
TOTAL 201.0

MA111 Course Outline – Semester II 2020 Page

10