13 Calculus (13MAC)
13MAC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Angela Brett.
Recommended Prior LearningEntry Suggestion
Evidence of understanding in Level 2 Algebra and Calculus
13 Calculus
This course is excellent preparation for university study in several areas such as Maths, Physics or Engineering.
Course Components
- Use differentiation and integration to solve problems
- Work with equations describing curves
- Develop equations in trigonometry and conic sections
- Expand your algebraic skills to include imaginary numbers
Course Overview
Term 1
Algebra revision from Level 2.
Work for external AS 3.6 Differentiation - learning to use Calculus and algebra to model situations involving change.
Term 2
Complete AS 3.3 Trigonometric Methods - use trig functions to model periodic phenomenon like tides.
Work for external AS 3.7 Integration - learning to use Calculus and algebra to find areas under curves
Term 3
Student choice of either the third Calculus Domain external (AS 3.5 Complex Numbers - exploring algebra involving the square root of negative numbers) or completing 2 extra internal exams in order to make it easier for students to complete the 14 credits needed for UE maths (AS 3.2 Linear Programming and AS 3.15 Simultaneous Equations, each 3 credits)
Term 4
Revision for externals.
Some students may attempt the internal AS 3.1 Conic Sections if it something that would be useful to them in their future mathematics career.
Assessment Information
Possible Credits
External - 12 credits
Internal - 4-10 credits
UE Approved
Scholarship Subject