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Course Outlines

https://courseoutline.auckland.ac.nz/dco/course/MATHS/108/1245

MATHS 108 : General Mathematics 1

Science
2024 Semester Two (1245) (15 POINTS)

Course Prescription
A general entry to Mathematics for commerce and the social sciences, following Year 13 Mathematics. Covers
selected topics in algebra and calculus and their applications, including: linear functions, linear equations and
matrices; functions, equations and inequalities; limits and continuity; dierential calculus of one and two
variables; integral calculus of one variable. Prerequisite: MATHS 102 or 110 or at least 13 credits in Mathematics
at NCEA Level 3 including the Dierentiation Standard 91578, or D in CIE A2 Mathematics or C in CIE AS
Mathematics or 3 out of 7 in IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL or HL)

Course Overview
This course is intended for students from commerce and the social sciences, who have studied Mathematics at
a Year 13 level. It is also suitable for students interested in studying Physics or Mathematics, who don't have the
recommended entry requirements for MATHS 120 and 130. MATHS 108 covers selected topics in algebra and
calculus and their applications, including: linear functions, linear equations and matrices; functions, equations
and inequalities; limits and continuity; dierential calculus of one and two variables; integral calculus of one
variable. After successfully completing MATHS 108 students will be well prepared for further courses in
mathematics, such as MATHS 208 or Maths 120/130, depending on the grade received.

Course Requirements
Restriction: ENGGEN 150, ENGSCI 111, MATHS 120, 130, 208, 250

Capabilities Developed in this Course

Capability 3: Knowledge and Practice
Capability 4: Critical Thinking
Capability 5: Solution Seeking
Capability 6: Communication
Capability 7: Collaboration

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Graduate Profile: Bachelor of Science

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Display mastery of the algebra concepts covered. (Capability 3, 4 and 5)
2. Solve problems involving functions and/or calculus. (Capability 3, 4 and 5)
3. Apply the mathematical techniques covered to solve real life problems. (Capability 3, 4 and 5)
4. Communicate mathematics, both verbally and in writing. (Capability 3 and 6)
5. Engage in group discussions and critical interactions. (Capability 3, 6 and 7)

Assessments
Assessment Type Percentage Classification
Assignments 25% Individual Coursework
Tutorials 5% Individual Coursework
Mid-semester assessment 20% Individual Coursework
Final Exam 50% Individual Examination
4 types 100%

Assessment Type Learning Outcome Addressed

1 2 3 4 5
Assignments    

Tutorials     

Mid-semester assessment  

Final Exam  
As well as requiring an overall mark of at least 50%, a mark of at least 35% in the exam is required to pass the
course.

Tuākana
Tuākana Science is a multi-faceted programme for Māori and Pacic students providing topic specic tutorials,
one-on-one sessions, test and exam preparation and more. Explore your options at
https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/science/study-with-us/pacific-in-our-faculty.html
https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/science/study-with-us/maori-in-our-faculty.html
Whanaungatanga and manaakitanga are fundamental principles of our Tuākana Mathematics programme which
provides support for Māori and Pasika students who are taking mathematics courses. The Tuākana Maths
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programme consists of workshops and drop-in times, and provides a space where Māori and Pasika students
are able to work alongside our Tuākana tutors and other Māori and Pasika students who are studying
mathematics.

Key Topics
1. Sets, functions and limits
2. Vectors, lines, planes and intersections
3. Linear algebra: matrices, linear functions and systems of linear equations
4. Differential calculus of one and two variables
5. Integral calculus of one variable and partial derivatives

Special Requirements
The mid-semester test will run in the evening outside of normal hours. This is usually in the fth week of
semester and from 6:25 - 7:30pm.

Workload Expectations
This course is a standard 15-point course and students are expected to spend 10 hours per week involved in
each 15-point course that they are enrolled in. For each week of this course, you can expect 3 hours of lectures,
a 1-hour tutorial, 3 hours of reading and thinking about the content and 3 hours of work on assignments and/or
test preparation.

Delivery Mode
Campus Experience & Campus Experience or Online
Attendance is required at scheduled activities including tutorials to receive credit for components of the
course.
Lectures will be available as recordings. Other learning activities including tutorials will not be available as
recordings.
The course will not (in general) include live online events including tutorials.
Attendance on campus is required for the test/exam.
The activities for the course are scheduled as a standard weekly timetable.

Learning Resources
Course materials are made available in a learning and collaboration tool called Canvas which also includes
reading lists and lecture recordings (where available).

Please remember that the recording of any class on a personal device requires the permission of the instructor.

1. MATHS 108 Coursebook

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2. Poole, D. (2015). Linear Algebra, A Modern Introduction 4th Edition. CENGAGE Learning, Nelson Education
Ltd, Canada. This is an optional text
3. Stewart, J. (2012). Calculus Early Transcendentals, Seventh Edition, International Metric Version.
Brooks/Cole CENGAGE Learning, Nelson Education Ltd, Canada. This is an optional text

Student Feedback
During the course Class Representatives in each class can take feedback to the sta responsible for the course
and staff-student consultative committees.

At the end of the course students will be invited to give feedback on the course and teaching through a tool
called SET or Qualtrics. The lecturers and course co-ordinators will consider all feedback.

Your feedback helps to improve the course and its delivery for all students.

No major changes are likely for next year but slight tweaks are always made thanks to feedback from students.

Academic Integrity
The University of Auckland will not tolerate cheating, or assisting others to cheat, and views cheating in
coursework as a serious academic oence. The work that a student submits for grading must be the student's
own work, reecting their learning. Where work from other sources is used, it must be properly acknowledged
and referenced. This requirement also applies to sources on the internet. A student's assessed work may be
reviewed for potential plagiarism or other forms of academic misconduct, using computerised detection
mechanisms.

Class Representatives
Class representatives are students tasked with representing student issues to departments, faculties, and the
wider university. If you have a complaint about this course, please contact your class rep who will know how to
raise it in the right channels. See your departmental noticeboard for contact details for your class reps.

Copyright
The content and delivery of content in this course are protected by copyright. Material belonging to others may
have been used in this course and copied by and solely for the educational purposes of the University under
license.

You may copy the course content for the purposes of private study or research, but you may not upload onto
any third party site, make a further copy or sell, alter or further reproduce or distribute any part of the course
content to another person.

Inclusive Learning

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All students are asked to discuss any impairment related requirements privately, face to face and/or in written
form with the course coordinator, lecturer or tutor.

Student Disability Services also provides support for students with a wide range of impairments, both visible
and invisible, to succeed and excel at the University. For more information and contact details, please visit the
Student Disability Services’ website http://disability.auckland.ac.nz

Special Circumstances
If your ability to complete assessed coursework is aected by illness or other personal circumstances outside
of your control, contact a member of teaching staff as soon as possible before the assessment is due.

If your personal circumstances signicantly aect your performance, or preparation, for an exam or eligible
written test, refer to the University’s aegrotat or compassionate consideration page
https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/academic-information/exams-and-final-results/during-
exams/aegrotat-and-compassionate-consideration.html.

This should be done as soon as possible and no later than seven days after the affected test or exam date.

Learning Continuity
In the event of an unexpected disruption, we undertake to maintain the continuity and standard of teaching
and learning in all your courses throughout the year. If there are unexpected disruptions the University has
contingency plans to ensure that access to your course continues and course assessment continues to meet
the principles of the University’s assessment policy. Some adjustments may need to be made in emergencies.
You will be kept fully informed by your course co-ordinator/director, and if disruption occurs you should refer
to the university website for information about how to proceed.

The delivery mode may change depending on COVID restrictions. Any changes will be communicated through
Canvas.

Student Charter and Responsibilities

The Student Charter assumes and acknowledges that students are active participants in the learning process
and that they have responsibilities to the institution and the international community of scholars. The
University expects that students will act at all times in a way that demonstrates respect for the rights of other
students and sta so that the learning environment is both safe and productive. For further information visit
Student Charter https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/forms-policies-and-guidelines/student-policies-
and-guidelines/student-charter.html.

Disclaimer
Elements of this outline may be subject to change. The latest information about the course will be available for
enrolled students in Canvas.

In this course students may be asked to submit coursework assessments digitally. The University reserves the
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right to conduct scheduled tests and examinations for this course online or through the use of computers or
other electronic devices. Where tests or examinations are conducted online remote invigilation arrangements
may be used. In exceptional circumstances changes to elements of this course may be necessary at short
notice. Students enrolled in this course will be informed of any such changes and the reasons for them, as soon
as possible, through Canvas.

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