International College of Manitoba

University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus

190 Extended Education Complex, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2

Program: UTP Stage 2 Science

Course: MATH1500 - Introduction to Calculus

Instructor: Liangjin Yao

Class Hours: Class 1 - Tuesday 12:00pm-3:50pm – P230 Duff Roblin

Class 3 - Wednesday 12:00pm-3:50pm – 211- 55 Chancellor's Circle

Class 8 - Thursday 2:00pm-5:50pm – 301 Biological sciences

Class 12- Wed./Fri. 4:00pm-5:50pm – 307- 55 Chancellor's Circle

Lab Hours : As scheduled. First lab will be on Monday, Sept. 11th

Office Hours: Tuesday 4:00pm – 5:30pm in 235 St. Paul

E-mail: [email protected] or through the portal.

(Emails not sent from an ICM or umanitoba account will
receive no response)

1. Course Description
This course will present an introduction to differential and integral calculus. The
instantaneous rate of change of a function is formalized in the concept of a derivative.
Typical applications of derivatives include velocity, acceleration, rates of population growth,
and more. The concept of integral will be introduced and its inverse relation to derivative
will be studied. Integrals are used to compute areas and to reconstruct a function from its
derivative and initial conditions. These two aspects of calculus have wide-ranging
applications in the contemporary technological world.

2. Required Textbooks and Materials

A free online calculus textbook can be found at https://assets.openstax.org/oscms-
prodcms/media/documents/Calculus_Volume_1_-_WEB_68M1Z5W.pdf
Either the print version or online version is acceptable.
Hardcover: ISBN-10:1-938168-02-X; ISBN-13:978-1-938168-02-4
Digital: ISBN-10:1-947172-13-1; ISBN-13:978-1-947172-13-5
 3. Tentative Schedule of Topics

Wee Chapter, Suggested homework

Title
k Section (odd numbers)
1 1.1 Review of Functions 1 – 51
1.2* Basic Classes of Functions 59 – 97
1.5* Exponential Functions 229– 245
2 2.2 The Limit of a Function 30 – 80
2.3 The Limit Laws 83 – 128
3 2.4 Continuity 131 – 167, 173 – 175
4.6 Limits at Infinity and Asymptotes (omit oblique pp. 407 –425
asymptotes)
4 3.1 Defining the Derivative 1 – 50
3.2 The Derivative as a Function 54 – 77, 81 – 83
3.4 Derivatives as Rates of Change 150 – 165
5 3.3 Differentiation Rules 106 – 147
6 3.5 Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions 175 – 213
3.6 The Chain Rule 214 – 240, 245 – 259
7 3.8 Implicit Differentiation 300 – 319, 322 –330
4.1 Related Rates 1 – 41
8 1.4 Inverse Functions (Omit Trigonometric & Hyperbolic 183 – 206
1.5 Functions) 246 – 263, 270 – 302
3.9 Logarithmic Functions 331 – 357
Derivatives of Exponential & Logarithmic Functions
9 4.3 Maxima & Minima 99 – 139, 144 – 147
4.4 The Mean Value Theorem 152 – 184, 186 – 191
10 4.5 Derivatives and the Shape of a Graph 194-220, 223-230
4.6 Guidelines for Drawing the Graph of a Function pp. 425 –435
11 4.7 Applied Optimization Problems 311 – 312, 315 – 355
12 4.10 Antiderivatives & Indefinite Integral 465 – 508, 521 – 524
5.1 Approximating Areas 1–19
13 5.2 The Definite Integral 76 – 82, 88 – 103,110 –
5.3 The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus 115
147-159,170-189,194-
197

*You are expected to review this content. Selected topics will be covered in class.
4. Intended Learning outcomes

The following is a list of learning outcomes which represent the specific skills you will be
required to learn in this course. You should use this as a checklist to guide your study
towards the tests and final exam:

Functions, limits & Continuity (Week 1 - Week 3)

 To represent a given function in different ways: by an equation, in a table, or in words.

 To find the domain and the range of a given function.
 To determine whether a given function is even or odd.
 To compute a given limit using: (i) the definition of the limit, (ii) infinite limits, (iii)
one sided limit, (iv) Squeeze Theorem, (v) its graph by inspection, and (vi) trigonometric
functions.
 To find horizontal and vertical asymptotes using limits.
 To determine whether a function is continuous or not using the concept of limits.
 Given a function depending on a parameter, find (all) the value(s) of the parameter for
which the function is continuous by using the concept of limit.

Derivatives and its applications (Week 4 - Week 11)

 To use the definition of the derivative to find: (i) the derivative of a function, (ii) the
slope of a curve at a point, (iii) the equation of a tangent line at a point for a given function,
and (iii) to determine whether a function is differentiable or not.
 To find the derivative of a function using differentiation rules.
 To compute higher-order derivatives of a function using: (i) derivative rules, (ii)
implicit differentiation, and (iii) the definition of the derivative.
 To compute the derivatives of implicit functions using derivative rules and implicit
differentiation.
 To find the equation of a tangent line to a curve at a given point.
 To compute the derivative of a function present in a given equation using logarithmic
differentiation.
 To apply derivatives to solve problems involving the motion of particles.
 To use the definition of a derivative and derivative rules to determine the average and
instantaneous velocity when a displacement function is given.
 To compute the critical values of a given function using its first derivative.
 To find the open intervals where a function is increasing and decreasing using its first
derivative.
 To determine local maxima and minima of a given function algebraically using its first
derivative.
 To determine absolute maxima and minima of a given function algebraically using its
first derivative.
 To find the intervals where a curve is concave upward and concave downward using
the second derivative.
 To determine the point of inflection of a given function using its second derivative.

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 To sketch polynomial and rational functions using intercepts, domain, range, critical
points, intervals where the function is increasing and decreasing, maxima, minima, points of
inflections, and concavity.
 To apply derivatives to solve optimization and related rates problems.

Antiderivatives, indefinite & definite integrals, Approximating areas (Week 12 - Week

13)

 To find the anti-derivative of a given function as the inverse operation of

differentiation.
 To calculate the indefinite integral of a given function.
 To calculate the definite integral of a given function.
 To find the area of a given region bounded by a function curve and the x-axis using the
definite integral.
 To compute values and solve equations using the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
(FTC-1).

5. Attendance

Taking attendance on a weekly basis is critical for identifying students who may be at risk/in
need of help and responding to inquiries from the Canada Border Services Agency on the where-
abouts of a student. Moreover, attendance records can be used as a central consideration for stu-
dents in cases of expulsion, escalation in probation levels, etc. It is required that you attend class
meetings regularly. Attendance will be taken at every class. If you only attend a portion of the
class, it will be recorded as such.

Being recorded as absent more than three times WILL NOT allow you to:
 Write the deferred final exam if needed (in case you miss the Final exam for a justi-
fied reason you can apply for the opportunity of writing the deferred final exam
subject to good attendance).

 readjust the grade weight of any excused missed midterm exams.

6. Important dates and Voluntary Withdrawal (VW)

Labour Day : Monday, September 4th

First lab : Monday, September 11th
Withdrawal Deadline (no financial penalty) : Monday, September 25th
National day for Truth & Reconciliation : Monday, October 2nd
Thanksgiving day : Monday, October 9th
Remembrance day : Monday, November 13th
Withdrawal Deadline (no academic penalty) : Monday, November 13th
Last lab : Monday, December 4th
Last class : Monday, December 4th
Final examination dates : December 6-December 16, 2023
If you wish to withdraw from a course, you must complete a ‘Voluntary Withdrawal
Request Form’ on the Student Portal prior to the published deadline on the Academic
Schedule for the term. If you simply stop going to classes, it may imply an “N” or “F” on
your transcript.
In the VW and GPA workshop (link below) the following questions are answered and more:
 What is a voluntary withdrawal and how does it impact your GPA?
 When should you consider voluntarily withdrawing from a course?
 When should you consider voluntary withdrawal affect your admission to UM?
 How does a voluntary withdrawal affect the completion of your UM degree?
You can watch the workshop on YouTube using the following link:
https://youtu.be/dyQdzclpVa0

7. Marks and Evaluation Scheme

Evaluation Category Date Location Weight

7 quizzes See Section 12 Online (Using Crowdmark) 10%
Term Test #1 October 7 In-person (Location TBD) 20%
Term Test #2 November 4 In-person (Location TBD) 20%
Final Examination TBA In-person (Location TBD) 50%

See Section 12 for course dates, course coverage, lab dates, lab coverage and quiz dates and
coverage.

Quizzes:

 There will be 7 quizzes in total. Students will use Crowdmark for all quizzes.
Quizzes will be made available on Crowdmark at 8:00 AM on Monday of the
scheduled dates. Students will have 36 hours to submit for each quiz on Crowdmark.
No late submission allowed. Makeup quiz(zes) are NOT allowed.

 The 2 lowest quiz grades will be dropped. Therefore, your laboratory quiz grade
will be calculated from your best 5 scores from the 7 quizzes.

 Students can see the feedback on their marked quizzes after the marking is
completed. Generally, T.A of associated lab communicate with the students for the
marked quizzes.

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Term Tests and the Final exam

Both term tests and the final exam will be conducted in person on the campus. The final
exam date and time will be announced in the last week of the semester. Term tests will be
written on the following dates (reminders will be given during regular class and on the
portal):

 Term Test #1 on Saturday, October 7th, 2023 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

(Covers Week 1 – 4, Sections to be covered: 1.1, 1.2, 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 4.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4)

 Term Test #2 on Saturday, November 4th, 2023 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

(Covers Week 5 – 8, Sections to be covered: 3.3, 3.5, 3.6, 3.8, 4.1, 1.4, 1.5, 3.9)

After a quiz (or quiz) is graded, it will be sent privately to each student via email including
feedback. Graded quizzes will be returned to students within 10 days from the day they were
written, and graded tests will be returned within 14 days they were written.

Missed tests: There will be NO deferred term tests. Missing a test will result in a mark of zero
unless you contact your instructor within 48 hours via email. Email your instructor from an ICM
or UM email address, and include your full name, student number, course number, and academic
work that was missed within 48 hours of the date of the missed examination. During the Fall
2023 term, students who are unable to meet a course requirement due to unforeseen medical
circumstances are not required to submit medical notes. Students are however required to
contact their instructor by email within 48 hours. Note that our provincial Personal Health
Information Act (PHIA) does not require students to provide instructors/administration with
details of their medical circumstances.

When the instructor accepts the self-declaration of the student, the grade weight of the final exam
will be recalculated as follows:

 One missed term test: quizzes 10%, term test 30%, final exam 60%
 Two missed term tests: quizzes 10%, final exam 90%

Missed Final Exam: Students who are wishing to apply for a deferred final examination should
follow the process outlined in section 5.4 of the ICM student handbook. Student must fill out an
‘Exam Deferral Application Form’ located on the ICM student portal. The approval or rejection
of the application is decided by the ICM Academic Success Coordinator, not the instructor.
8. Emergency Zoom meeting link: If for some reason we are not able to have a class on
campus, we will meet on Zoom (its Zoom link will be sent via email by that time).

9. Letter Grades (Minimum grade required to guarantee a certain letter grade)

Grade Points (/100) Definition

A+ (4.5) 93 Exceptional achievement
A (4.0) 84 Excellent achievement
B+ (3.5) 78 Very Good achievement
B (3.0) 70 Good achievement
C+ (2.5) 65 Satisfactory achievement
C (2.0) 60 Adequate achievement
D (1.0) 50 Marginal achievement
F (0.0) 0 Failure

The date of the final examination will be confirmed during the last week of classes.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Calculators or other electronic or mechanical aids, textbooks, notes,

cell phones and pagers are not permitted for the term tests or the final examination. All term tests
& final exam will be closed book exams.

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10. Student Accessibility Services

ICM and the University of Manitoba are committed to providing all students with equal
access to learning opportunities. “This means that our classroom, our virtual spaces, our
practices, and our interactions should be as inclusive as possible. Mutual respect, civility,
and the ability to listen and observe others carefully are crucial to universal learning.”
Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is the office that works with students who have
permanent, chronic, or temporary disabilities to provide and/or arrange reasonable
accommodations.
 Students who have, or think they may have, a disability (e.g. mental health, attentional,
learning, vision, hearing, physical, medical or temporary), are invited to contact Student
Accessibility Services to arrange a confidential discussion at (204) 474-7423 (V), (204)
474- 9790 (TTY) or [email protected].
 Students registered with Student Accessibility Services and who have a letter requesting
accommodations are encouraged to contact the instructor early in the semester to discuss
the accommodations outlined in their letter. Additional information is available at the
Student Accessibility Services website:
https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/accessibility

11. Expectations

Students can expect a class format consisting of a lecture period, a break/work period, a
further lecture period and a final break/work period. Worksheets may be provided. There are
no make-up tests or quizzes.

Students are expected to attend each online class and lab period regularly; to attend class and
the labs on time; to work diligently on the worksheets during the class work period; to avoid
texting, tweeting, using Facebook and/or any other electronic communication during class;
to do promptly the suggested homework from the text; and to complete the lab exercises.
12. Academic Regulations and Academic Integrity

It is your responsibility to be familiar with Academic Regulations and Policies. Information

concerning classroom regulations, grading, transcripts, challenge for credit, academic standing,
student discipline (academic and non-academic misconduct), appeals including grade appeals,
University Policies and Codes, etc. can be found on the Student Portal under Student Resources.
Academic Integrity refers to the values on which good academic work must be founded:
honesty, trust, fairness, respect and responsibility. Academic integrity includes a
commitment not to engage in or tolerate acts of falsification, misrepresentation, or
deception. Such acts of dishonesty violate the fundamental ethical principles of the College
community and compromise the worth of work completed by others.

Note: In particular that cell phones and pagers are explicitly listed as unauthorized
materials, and hence may not be present during tests or examinations.

International College of Manitoba regards acts of academic dishonesty in quizzes, tests,

examinations, or assignments as serious offenses and may assess a variety of penalties
depending on the nature of the offense.

Students found to have breached the regulations related to any form of academic misconduct
including but not limited to examination personation, plagiarism and cheating will be subject
to the following measures:
 First Offense: Awarded “0” for the assessment and given a permanent record on their file.
 Second Offense: Awarded “0” for the course, regardless of whether the offense was
committed in the same course or another course.
 Third Offense: Risk expulsion from ICM and the cancellation of Study Permit.

It is solely the student’s responsibility to be aware of the Academic Integrity Policy and the
consequences of violating it. The policy is available in the Student Academic Handbook,
accessible on Student Portal.

International College of Manitoba condemns all forms of cheating.

Please see the Schedule on the last page…….

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 13. Schedule

Section
Sections in Lab Date/ Section Covered
Week Date Quiz Covered in
Class Quiz Date in Lab
Quiz
1 Sept. 5 - 11 1.1, 1.2, 1.5 No Quiz Sept 11 – 1st lab n/a 1.1, 1.2, 1.5
2 Sept 12 – 18 2.2, 2.3 No Quiz Sept 18 n/a 2.2, 2.3
1.1, 1.2,
3 Sept 19 – 25 2.4, 4.6 Quiz 1 Sept 25 2.4, 4.6
1.5, 2.2, 2.3
4 Sept 26 – Oct 2 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 Quiz 2 Oct 3 2.4, 4.6 NO LAB
5 *Oct 3 – 9 3.3 No Quiz Oct 9 n/a NO LAB
Term Test 1, Cover Week 1--4
Saturday, October 7th, 2023
6:30 – 7:30 pm
6 **Oct 10 – 16 3.5, 3.6 No Quiz Oct 16 n/a 3.5, 3.6
7 Oct 17 – 23 3.8, 4.1 Quiz 3 Oct 23 3.5, 3.6 3.8, 4.1
8 Oct 24 – 30 1.4, 1.5, 3.9 Quiz 4 Oct 30 3.8, 4.1 1.4, 1.5, 3.9
9 Oct 31 – Nov 6 4.3, 4.4 No Quiz Nov 6 n/a 4.3, 4.4
Term Test 2, Cover Week 5--8
Saturday, November 4th, 2023
6:30 – 7:30 pm
10 ***Nov 7 – 13 4.5, 4.6 No Quiz Nov 13 n/a NO LAB
11 Nov 14 – 20 4.7 Quiz 5 Nov 20 4.3, 4.4 4.7
12 Nov 21 – 27 4.10, 5.1 Quiz 6 Nov 27 4.5, 4.6 4.10, 5.1
13 Nov 28 – Dec 4 5.2, 5.3 Quiz 7 Dec 4 4.7 5.2, 5.3

* National Day for Truth & Reconciliation: Monday, October 2nd

**Thanksgiving Day: Monday, October 9th
***Remembrance Day: Monday, November 13th