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MA1200 - Calculus and Basic Linear Algebra I

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Mathematics
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
Pre-requisite(s)

(i) HKDSE Mathematics Compulsory Part, or 
(ii) HKDSE Mathematics Compulsory Part and Extended Part Module 1, or 
(iii) HKDSE Mathematics Compulsory Part and Extended Part Module 2 (Levels 1 – 3); or equivalent 

Notes to Students: Students with HKDSE Mathematics Extended Part Module 2 (Levels 4 –5) are required to take MA1300 instead.

Equivalent Course(s)
MA1001 or MA1002 or MA1300
Exclusive Courses:
MA1006 or MA1100
Course Offering Term*:
Semester A 2018/19, Semester B 2018/19
Semester A 2019/20 (Tentative), Semester B 2019/20 (Tentative)

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims
This is the first of two required courses designed for students pursuing studies in engineering or science. It aims to
  • equip students with mathematical skills and methods essential for study of calculus and linear algebra,
  • develop fluency in concepts and techniques from differential calculus, and
  • provide students with mathematical training for all further study in science/engineering and its applications.

Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)
Continuous Assessment: 30%
Examination: 70%
Examination Duration: 3 hours
 
Detailed Course Information
MA1200.pdf

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Department of Mathematics