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Differential calculus
Differential calculus
Levels 1 and 2 | 3 periods per week | 1 unit
Levels 1 and 2 | 3 periods per week | 1 unit
Mathematics 5 provides students with the relevant concepts in differential calculus which are essential in engineering, sciences and economics courses. The subject is divided into the following major topics: fundamental concepts of conic sections and different types of functions, limits, derivatives, and applications of derivatives. It is designed in such a way that students will be able to appreciate and relate differential calculus to other fields through various mathematical activities and applications.
Mathematics 5 provides students with the relevant concepts in differential calculus which are essential in engineering, sciences and economics courses. The subject is divided into the following major topics: fundamental concepts of conic sections and different types of functions, limits, derivatives, and applications of derivatives. It is designed in such a way that students will be able to appreciate and relate differential calculus to other fields through various mathematical activities and applications.
University Track
University Track
STEM track
STEM track
Topic Outline
Topic Outline
First Quarter - Conic Sections and Review of Functions
First Quarter - Conic Sections and Review of Functions
Second Quarter - Limits and Continuity
Second Quarter - Limits and Continuity
Third Quarter - Derivatives and Applications
Third Quarter - Derivatives and Applications
Fourth Quarter - More applications of Derivatives
Fourth Quarter - More applications of Derivatives
Assessment Methods
Assessment Methods
Diference between Level 1 and Level 2
Diference between Level 1 and Level 2
Level 1 is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge of the subject necessary in their future coursework in different fields of sciences.
Level 1 is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge of the subject necessary in their future coursework in different fields of sciences.
Level 2 on the other offers a more in depth approach intended primarily for students who plan to pursue engineering and mathematics degrees.
Level 2 on the other offers a more in depth approach intended primarily for students who plan to pursue engineering and mathematics degrees.
Acceptance Requirement
Acceptance Requirement
Level 1: all incoming G11 students may enlist
Level 1: all incoming G11 students may enlist
Level 2: all incoming G11 students may enlist (performance in previous Math subject will be considered if the number of students who signified intent to enlist in Level 2 is more than the allotted slots).
Level 2: all incoming G11 students may enlist (performance in previous Math subject will be considered if the number of students who signified intent to enlist in Level 2 is more than the allotted slots).
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