Methods of Mathematics

15 points
18 Feb 2019 - 23 Jun 2019

Description
Introduction to calculus, trigonometry and algebra. Emphasis on setting up mathematical
models of problems, solving them and interpreting the solutions. Applications to the
physical, life and earth sciences as well as to commerce and the humanities.

MATH101 covers the basic ideas of functions and their graphs, trigonometry, limits, and
calculus. We introduce the concept of a mathematical model and discuss setting up
mathematical models to solve problems. Examples are drawn from the physical, life and
earth sciences as well as commerce and the humanities. Skills are practised in lectures,
weekly tutorial sessions, and using online learning software.

Emphasis is placed on understanding through examples, and you will use the methods
taught to study a variety of practical problems. In the process your algebra and calculus
skills will improve, and you will gain insight into the usefulness of these techniques. The
course aims to build your confidence and foster your enjoyment of mathematics.

MATH101 is for students who need some knowledge of mathematics to support other
studies such as the earth and life sciences, and for students who wish to prepare
for EMTH118 or MATH102. The recommended background for this course is NCEA Level
2 Mathematics or equivalent.

Learning Outcomes
 A student who successfully completes this course will:

 understand the rules of exponents

 be able to use basic algebra to simplify expressions and rearrange equations
 be able to solve both linear and non-linear equations
 understand the concept of a function, and recognise and use function notation and
operations
 be able to identify, graph and interpret polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and
trigonometric relationships in both mathematical and real world contexts using
appropriate applications
 be able to find the derivative and integral of polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and
trigonometric functions, including the use of product, quotient and chain rules
 understand the relationship between the processes of integration and differentiation
 be able to identify when a derivative is an appropriate mathematical model, and use it to
solve optimisation problems
 be able to identify when an integral is an appropriate mathematical model, and to use it to
solve appropriate real world problems
 have the ability to express mathematics in written form to communicate mathematical
ideas and solutions to problems

Mathematics 1A
15 points
18 Feb 2019 - 23 Jun 2019
 Description
An introductory course in calculus and linear algebra that is designed primarily for
students who have done well in Level 3 NCEA Mathematics, covering single variable
calculus and basic ideas in linear algebra. The mathematics in this course has
applications in many areas of science and commerce.

The work in MATH102 is based around the fundamental ideas in linear algebra and
calculus which students started studying at school. MATH102 can be taken as a
standalone course or as the first part of a core mathematics programme.

Topics:
Linear equations and matrices; Functions and Infinity; Differentiation and applications;
Integration and applications.

Learning Outcomes
 Students who have succeeded in this course will be able to:

 Define the key concepts in:

- solving systems of linear equations
- matrix algebra
- functions and their inverses
- single-variable calculus

 Describe and interpret:

- the connection between matrices and linear systems
- solutions of linear systems geometrically, and in context
- graphs and properties of functions
- the key theorems of calculus
- the relationships between differential and integral calculus.

 Use techniques from the course to:

- solve systems of linear equations
- evaluate limits of functions and solve continuity problems
- find derivatives and use them in a variety of applications
- find integrals and use them in a variety of applications.

 Identify the appropriate method of solution for problems in linear algebra and calculus.

Mathematics 1B
15 points
15 Jul 2019 - 10 Nov 2019

Description
A consolidation of concepts from MATH102 and introduction to more advanced ideas in
calculus and linear algebra. It is a prerequisite for many courses in mathematics and other
subjects at 200-level.

MATH103 deals with techniques and ideas in algebra, calculus and statistics. It is
designed mainly for students who have passed MATH102, and who need at least 30 points
of Mathematics at the 100 level. After passing MATH103, you will be able to enrol in any
 200-level mathematics course.

Topics: vectors and geometry, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, sequences and

mathematical induction, series and approximation, techniques and applications of
integration, differential equations, probability.

Learning Outcomes
 Students who have succeeded in this course should be able to:

Define the key concepts associated with:

 vectors in two and three dimensions,
 eigenvalues and eigenvectors,
 convergence of sequences,
 Taylor polynomials and series,
 integrals and differential equations,
 probability.

Use techniques from the course (including the use of MAPLE where appropriate) to:
 solve problems involving dot or cross products of vectors,
 find the eigenvalues and eigenvectors of small matrices,
 prove simple statements using the principle of mathematical induction,
 test sequences or series for convergence,
 find Taylor polynomials and use them to solve problems involving limits or approximation,
 evaluate integrals involving trigonometric functions or rational functions,
 solve elementary first or second order differential equations,
 calculate means and variances of probability distributions.

Describe and interpret:

 the connection between vectors and the geometry of lines and planes,
 the solutions of differential equations in a variety of contexts,
 the meaning of a random variable in a variety of contexts.

Identify the appropriate method of solution for differential equations and integrals.

Synthesise appropriate techniques from different sections of the course, for example,
combining techniques of integration and skill at limit evaluation to determine improper
integrals.

Foundations of Applied Mathematics and Statistics

15 points
15 Jul 2019 - 10 Nov 2019

Description
Introduction to trigonometry and algebra. Emphasis on solving problems relevant to
design, physical, life and earth sciences as well as to commerce and the humanities. An
introduction to the ideas, techniques and applications of statistics and probability.

Discrete Mathematics
15 points
 15 Jul 2019 - 10 Nov 2019

Description
Discrete mathematics is that part of mathematics not involving limit processes. It
includes logic, the integers, finite structures, sets and networks.

Discrete mathematics underpins many areas of modern-day science including theoretical

computer science, cryptography, coding theory, operations research and computational
biology. This course is an introduction to discrete mathematics, and is designed for
students interested in mathematics or computer science. Topics covered in the course
include: logic, number theory, cryptography, set theory, functions, relations, linear algebra
and graph theory.

Suitable background for MATH120 includes at least 18 credits in NCEA Level 3

Mathematics with Calculus and/or Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics;
or MATH101 (available in Semester 1).

Learning Outcomes
 Students who have succeeded in this course will be able to:
 recognize and solve a range of problems in discrete mathematics
 understand important ideas from classical number theory, abstract algebra, graph theory
and discrete probability.
 understand, analyse and decipher some of the old and modern cryptographic schemes
 think rigorously based on an axiomatic approach

Pre-requisites
1. MATH101 or MATH102 or EMTH118 or COSC121 or STAT101, or 2. NCEA 14 Credits
(18 strongly recommended) at level 3 Mathematics, or 3. Cambridge: D at A level or an A at
AS level in Mathematics, or 4. IB: 4 at HL or 5 at SL in Mathematics, or 5. approval of the
Head of School based on alternative prior learning.

AIMS - Advancing in Mathematical Sciences

30 points
18 Feb 2019 - 10 Nov 2019

Description
MATH199 is a course in calculus and linear algebra. This STAR course is designed for
bright secondary school students who have excelled in level 3 NCEA Mathematics (or
equivalent) and wish to take level 100 mathematics while still at school.
MATH199 (C) is a two semester, 30-point programme, comprising MATH102 in Semester
1 and MATH103 in Semester 2. Although the primary source for content is
online, MATH199 students will be encouraged to attend the MATH102/103 lectures and
will be required to attend a tutorial from 4.15pm to 6.30pm every Thursday during the UC
term times.

MATH199 (C) runs to a UC year. There will be an introductory session for the local
students the week before the course begins, on Thursday 14th February, 4:15pm-5:30pm,
in lecture theatre E5 (Engineering Core Building).

This is a course on linear algebra and calculus. Linear algebra is about matrices and
vectors, and deals mainly with the algebraic problems of solving systems of linear
equations. It is also used to solve problems in geometry. The calculus part of the course
deals with derivatives, integrals, differential equations, infinite series and the application
of these ideas.

For further information about the topics covered and course aims,
see MATH102 and MATH103.

Recommended preparation:
About 20 credits of mathematics with a good proportion of excellences at NCEA Level 3,
or the equivalent for students not doing a full NCEA programme.