Math 31 Calculus

Calculus

As a culmination of the Mathematics 10–20–30 and Mathematics 31 course sequence, the specific purposes of the Mathematics 31 course of studies are as follows:

• to develop an understanding of the algebra of functions and transformations, together with their graphs, and to apply these understandings in different areas of mathematics
• to develop a fluency in algebraic computations involving rational expressions, inequalities, absolute values and trigonometric functions
• to introduce the principal concepts and methods of differential and integral calculus
• to develop skills in problem solving and reasoning, using calculus concepts and procedures as the context
• to apply the methods of calculus to various simple applications in the physical and biological sciences, in engineering, in business and in the social sciences.

We will be completing the four Required Components to the course:

• precalculus and limits
• derivatives and derivative theorems
• applications of derivatives
• integrals, integral theorems and integral applications.

We have the option of completing 1 or electives out of 8 depending on the time remaining:

• calculus of exponential and logarithmic functions
• numerical methods
• volumes of revolution
• applications of calculus to physical sciences and engineering
• applications of calculus to biological sciences
• applications of calculus to business and economics
• calculus theorems
• further methods of integration.

There is NO DIPLOMA examination for this course, but there will be a final exam.

Evaluation for this course:

Assignments 30%

Chapter Exams 30%

Mid-Term Exam 15%

Final Exam 25%

Required Classroom Resources:

• HB Pencil
• Lined Paper
• TI-83 or TI-84 Graphing Calculator

• Calculus: A First Course Textbook

Extra Math Help is available upon request.

Every lunch hour is available and any day after school.

Students please come and talk to Mr. Weidman if you have need of any assistance.