Week 3 Term 1 2012

Learning Brief

MM3: Integral Calculus and Special Functions

Goals

By the end of this week, you should be able to: Graph functions of the form () = () = log Identify how the features of these basic graph changes under reflection, translation and dilation Understand the relationship between an exponential and a logarithmic function.

Theoretical Components
1. Read through the notes from Chapter 5 (5D & 5G) from MM11 Quest ebook (Maths Quest 11 Mathematical Methods) and make your notes on various graphs of exponential and logarithmic functions. Try graphing various functions using your classpad calculator, and observe the changes when you change values of a or x. 2. Go through the characteristics of exponential functions: http://www.regentsprep.org/Regents/math/alg trig/ATP8b/exponentialFunction.htm 3. Go through the characteristics of exponential functions: http://www.regentsprep.org/Regents/math/alg trig/ATP8b/logFunction.htm 4. Youtube video on exponential functions: http://www.khanacademy.org/video/exponenti al-growth-functions?topic=algebra-workedexamples-2 5. Youtube video on logarithmic functions: http://www.khanacademy.org/video/graphinglogarithmic-functions?topic=developmentalmath-3

Practical Components
1. Do as many questions of Ex 5D & Ex 5G from Yr 11 Methods Ebook. 2. Complete the sets of questions in the following links (it would be wise to keep a record of what you have done): http://www.regentsprep.org/Regents/math/algtr ig/ATP8b/logexpractice.htm http://www.regentsprep.org/Regents/math/algtr ig/ATP8b/logpractice.htm

Quiz

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Marta was convinced that there had to be some way to graph y = log2 x on her graphing calculator. She typed in y = log(2x ) and hit EXE. It WORKED! Marta yelled in triumph. Whaaaaat? said Celeste. I think y = log2 x and y = log(2x ) are totally different, and I bet we can prove it by converting both of them to exponential form. Yeah, I think youre wrong, Marta, said Sophia. I think we can prove y = log2 x and y = log(2x ) are totally different by looking at the graphs. a). Show that y = log2 x and y = log(2x ) are different by sketching the graph of y = log2 x using what you learned in previous lessons. Then sketch what your grapher shows to be the graph of y = log(2x ) . b. Now show that they are different by converting both of them to exponential form.

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Next week.

Week 4 Term 1 2012

Learning Brief

MM3: Integral Calculus and Special Functions

Goals

By the end of this week, you should be able to: Review different techniques of differentiation (first principles, product, quotient and chain rule) Find the anti-derivative by rule Derive the original function from the gradient function

Theoretical Components
1. Limits and Differentiation: http://www.intmath.com/differentiation/1limits-and-differentiation.php 2. Mmmmmhhhthe derivative from first principles: http://www.intmath.com/differentiation/3derivative-first-principles.php 3. Differentiation using power rule: http://www.intmath.com/differentiation/3derivative-first-principles.php 4. Product and Quotient Rules: http://www.intmath.com/differentiation/6derivatives-products-quotients.php 5. Chain Rule: http://www.intmath.com/differentiation/7derivative-powers-of-function.php 6. Anti-differentiation: http://www.intmath.com/integration/2indefinite-integral.php I will be wise to complete the exercise after going through

Practical Components
1. Do as many questions of Ex 9C, 9D & 9E from Yr 11 Methods Ebook. These exercises are on Differentiation Techniques and basics of Integration.

Quiz

Next Week.

A: Use the Java Applet on this link for this investigation: http://www.intmath.com/differentiation/differentiation-java-applet-polynomials.php Use the applet to graph various functions (at least one each from Linear, Quadratic and Cubic). Copy the graph of the original function and the graph of its derivative, play with the slider to study when the function is increasing, decreasing and stationary. Record your observations/findings.

Forum

Discuss how you would explain the meaning of derivative to a primary school kid. You may use examples, but keep in mind that you are talking to a primary school kid who has never heard about this before.

Week 5 Term 1 2012

Learning Brief

MM3: Integral Calculus and Special Functions

Goals
Feeling lazy! http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=xTeV1IOIyJY&feat ure=related

By the end of this week, you should be able to: Find the derivatives of exponential functions of the forms = , = , = () . Find the derivative of logarithmic functions of the form y = log Use the class-pad calculators to find the derivatives of exponential and logarithmic functions.

Theoretical Components
1. Read through the notes from Chapter 7 (7E & 7F) from MM12 Quest ebook (Maths Quest 12 Mathematical Methods) and make your notes on various techniques used to find the derivatives of exponential and logarithmic functions. Familiarise yourself on how to use the class-pad to find the derivatives.
Section 7E: is on derivatives of various forms of exponential functions. Study the derivation at the start of this section on using the First Principles to compute the x derivative of e . Go through the worked examples 16-19 (these examples use Chain Rule to work out various derivatives. Section 7F: is on derivatives of logarithmic functions. Study the derivation at the start of the section. Go through examples 20-23 (they all use Chain Rule).

Practical Components
1. Do as many questions of Ex 7E & Ex 7F from Yr 12 Methods Ebook. 2. Do the questions under Exercises found in this doc: http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/documents/maths _learning_centre/derivativeofexp_logs.pdf (Some really good examples can be found here!) 3. Attempt all questions you find on derivatives of log and exponential functions from the website listed under 3 in Theoretical Component.

2. More examples: http://www.cliffsnotes.com/study_guide/Differ entiation-of-Exponential-and-LogarithmicFunctions.topicArticleId-39909,articleId39885.html 3. Read with care: http://www.intmath.com/differentiationtranscendental/6-derivative-exponential.php http://www.intmath.com/differentiationtranscendental/5-derivative-logarithm.php

Quiz

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Objective To observe the nature of the derivative Method For , find the gradient of the tangent at , using modelling techniques from your graphing calculator. The domain is restricted to 3 3. Repeat for , and the rest of the functions. You may record your results in a tabular form. Use the above to write a statement about the derivative of the general exponential .

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Next week.

Maths Joke: The functions are sitting in a bar, chatting (how fast they go to zero at infinity etc.). Suddenly, one cries "Beware! Derivation is coming!" All immediately hide themselves under the tables, only the exponential sits calmly on the chair. The derivation comes in, sees a function and says "Hey, you don't fear me?" "No, I'am e to x", says the exponential self-confidently. "Well" replies the derivation "but who says I differentiate along x?"

Week 6 Term 1 2012

Learning Brief

MM3: Integral Calculus and Special Functions

Goals
IN-CLASS SCHEDULE: LINES 1 ON THURSDAY (15/3; 12:00-1:00) LINE 7 ON THURSDAY (15/3; 11:00-12:00) LINE 3 ON FRIDAY (16/3; 2:30-3:30)

By the end of this week, you should be able to: Find the derivatives of various Trig functions with and without a ClassPad. Find the derivatives of functions involving trig, logs and exponents DO YOUR REVISION + WORK ON TAKE-HOME SECTION OF THE IN-CLASS ON MODELLING/APLICATIONS OF EXPONENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

Theoretical Components
1. Read through the notes from Chapter 7 (7G) from MM12 Quest ebook (Maths Quest 12 Mathematical Methods) and make your notes on various techniques used to find the derivatives of various trig functions. Familiarise yourself on how to use the class-pad to find the derivatives. 2. Websites on Derivatives of Trig functions: http://www.cliffsnotes.com/study_guide/Differ entiation-of-Exponential-and-LogarithmicFunctions.topicArticleId-39909,articleId39885.html http://www.intmath.com/differentiationtranscendental/1-derivative-sine-cosinetangent.php

Practical Components
1. Do as many questions of Ex 7G from Yr 12 Methods Ebook. 2. Attempt all questions you find on derivatives of log and exponential functions from the website listed under 2 in Theoretical Component.

PREPARE FOR YOUR IN-CLASS.

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Next week.

COMPLETE THE TAKE HOME SECTION OF THE IN-CLASS. THIS IS PART OF THE ASSESSMENT, i.e. YOUR TAKE-HOME COMPONENT WILL BE COLLECTED AND MARKED. YOU MAY BRING HANDWRITTEN NOTES AND EXAMPLES TO INCLASS COMPONENT. IN-CLASS COMPONENT: THERE WILL BE 4 QUESTIONS ON APPLICATIONS/MODELLING OF EXPONENTIAL FUNCTIONS. TAKE-HOME COMPONENT IS AVAILABLE ON CLC MM3 HOMEPAGE.

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PREPARE YOURSELF FOR YOUR IN-CLASS BY COMPLETING THE TAKE HOME COMPONENT.

Week 7 Term 1 2012

Learning Brief

MM3: Integral Calculus and Special Functions

Goals
IN-CLASS ASSESSMENT: ANY ONE WHO HAS NOT YET COMPLETED THE TASK SHOULD SEE SHEIKH ASAP TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

By the end of this week, you should be able to: Integrate various functions (by hand and by using ClassPad) Understand the use of areas of rectangles to approximate the area under a given curve between a defined interval Understand the use of sigma notation and limits to approximate area under a curve Relate the above to idea of finding an exact area under a given curve using definite integral

Theoretical Components
1. Study the examples on integrating special functions: Revisit all worked examples in Chapter 9 (9A). Study Worked Examples (WE) 10-12 in Chapter 9 (9B) on integrating special functions (exponential, sine and cosine) Study examples on basic integration here: http://www.intmath.com/integration/2indefinite-integral.php 2. Watch these youtube video: Approximating area under a curve using rectangles: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqSPGeYO2 UA&feature=relmfu Exact Area under the curve using Definite integral: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODwkTt0R MDg&feature=relmfu 3. Read through the notes from Chapter 9 (9D) from MM12 Quest ebook (Maths Quest 12 Mathematical Methods) and make your notes on various techniques used to find the approximate area under the curve.

Practical Components
1. Do few questions in Ex 9A in Yr 12 Methods Ebook (Q2, Q5, Q7, Q10, Q13, Q14). 2. Do few questions in Ex 9B in Yr 12 Methods Ebook (Q2-4, Q7, Q10). 3. Do the following questions of Ex 9D from Yr 12 Methods Ebook: Q1 after you have studied Worked Example (WE) 18; Q4 after going through WE19; Q6 after going through WE20.

Quiz

Next week.

1. Watch this mini-lecture on Integration: http://www.intmath.com/integration/integration-mini-lecture-bysubstitution.php 2. Make your notes on the examples shown. 3. Provide additional 2 fully worked examples on Integration by Substitution.

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F O R U M

Each winter, the Snowy Mountains Authority makes regular measurements of the depth of snow on the ground in a selected area near some of the major ski resorts. A local newspaper has published the following graphs snow depth of the 2008 and 2010. Skiers and other visitors find it interesting to compare the graphs for different years to debate which was the best year for snow was and which was the worst. Study the graphs shown below.

Decide which you think were the best and the worst of the years shown. Think about how you might decide which year was the best for snow and which was the worst.

NOTE: This question is related to concept of Integral Calculus, and is one of the popular types of question you would see in ASTs Short Response Paper.

Week 8 Term 1 2012

Learning Brief

MM3: Integral Calculus and Special Functions

Goals
MINI-LECTURES: NOW RUNNING EVERY WEDNESDAYS DURING LUNCH TIME IN ROOM 23. ALL WELCOME.

By the end of this week, you should be able to: Integrate various functions (by hand and by using ClassPad), BOTH INDEFINITE AND DEFINITE INTEGRALS Understand the use of areas of rectangles to approximate the area under a given curve between a defined interval Understand the use of sigma notation and limits to approximate area under a curve Relate the above to idea of finding an exact area under a given curve (or between curves) using definite integral

Theoretical Components
1. Exact Area under the curve using Definite integral: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODwkTt0R MDg&feature=relmfu AREA UNDER THE CURVE http://www.rootmath.org/calculus/area-intro FUNDAMENTAL THEOREM OF CALCULUS http://www.rootmath.org/calculus/firstfundamental-theorem-of-calculus PROPERTIES OF INTEGRATION http://www.rootmath.org/calculus/propertiesof-integrals 2. Study examples on AREA under the curve: http://www.intmath.com/applicationsintegration/2-area-under-curve.php 3. Area between curves: http://www.intmath.com/applicationsintegration/3-area-between-curves.php 4. Notes on Area under the curve: http://www.teacherschoice.com.au/maths_libr ary/calculus/area_under_a_curve.htm (Focus on the notes/explanations and the examples, dont have to use Maths Helper Plus)
F O R U M

Practical Components
1. Do few questions in Ex 9E in Yr 12 Methods Ebook (Q1 (a,d,g,j,m,p,s), Q2 (a,d,g,j,m,p), Q3, Q7-Q9). 2. Do few questions in Ex 9F in Yr 12 Methods Ebook (Q3 (all-dont have to evaluate, just write an expression for finding the area for each), Q5(a,d,g), Q6). 3. Study the worked examples from Chapter 9H (on Areas between two curves). Make your notes, you may copy the examples and watch the tutorials)

Next week.

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