Advanced Calculus & Linear Algebra I (MATH1071)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2017
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
1 Contact hour
1 Tutorial hour
1 Practical or Laboratory hour
Incompatible
MATH1051, MATH7051
Prerequisite
At least 6 in MATH1050 or HA in Year 12 Maths C
Assessment methods
Homework assignments, mid-semester exam, final exam, MATLAB modules
Course enquiries
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
1. Elementary linear algebra: Vectors, linear independence, scalar product. Matrices, simultaneous equations, determinants, Gaussian elimination, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, applications. Equation of straight line & plane. 2. Introduction to proof-based calculus: Fields, sequences, limits, continuity, intermediate and extreme value theorems, maxima & minima. 3. Techniques of calculus: Series, differentiation, integration, numerical methods, Taylor series, L'Hopital's rule. This course differs from MATH1051 by treating material in more depth and with greater rigour.
