Canadian Pre-University ProgrammeCourse Overview

Canadian International Matriculation Programme

No. 2 Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Course Title: Calculus and Vectors Course Type: UniversityMinistry Course Code: MCV4U Grade: 12Credit Value: 1 Course Hours: 110

Name: Terry Reich Room (Office): CIMP officeEmail: terrencer@sunway.edu.my (Consultation by Appointment)

Policy Document: Mathematics, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, 2007 (Revised)

Course DescriptionThis course builds on students’ previous experience with functions and their developing understanding of rates of change. Students will solve problems involving geometric and algebraic representations of vectors and representations of lines and planes in three dimensional space; broaden their understanding of rates of change to include the derivatives of polynomial, sinusoidal, exponential, rational and radical functions; and apply these concepts and skills to the modeling of real-world relationships. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course is intended for students who choose to pursue careers in fields such as science, engineering, economics and some areas of business, including those students who will be required to take a university-level calculus, linear algebra or physics course.

Overall Expectations for the Strands in this Course:There are 3 stands in MCV4U and the overall expectations for each are as follows:

Rate of Change Demonstrate an understanding of rate of change by making connections between average rate of

change over an interval and instantaneous rate of change at a point, using the slopes of secants and tangents and the concept of the limits;

Graph the derivatives of polynomial, sinusoidal, and exponential functions, and make connections between the numeric, graphical, and algebraic representations of a function and its derivatives;

Verify graphically and algebraically the rules for determining derivatives; apply these rules to determine the derivatives of polynomial, sinusoidal, exponential, rational, and radical functions, and simple combinations of functions; and solve related problems.

Derivatives and their applications

Make connections, graphically and algebraically, between the key features of a function and its first and second derivatives, and use the connections in curve sketching;

Solve problems, including optimization problems, that require the use of the concepts and procedures associated with the derivative, including problems arising from real-world applications and involving the development of mathematical models.

Geometry and Algebra of Vectors Demonstrate an understanding of vectors in two-space and three-space by representing them

algebraically and geometrically and by recognizing their applications; Perform operations on vectors in two-space and three-space, and use the properties of these

operations to solve problems, including those arising from real-world applications; Distinguish between the geometric representations of a single linear equation or a system of two

linear equations in two-space and three-space, and determine different geometric configurations of lines and planes in three-space;

Represent lines and planes using scalar, vector, and parametric equations, and solve problems involving distances and intersections.

* Notes: 1) The new specific expectations on Financial Literacy (D 2.4 and D 2.6) and Environmental

Education (D 2.2) – 2011 Edition will be addressed accordingly in relevant areas and strands.

2) An Independent Study Unit (ISU) is a significant part of the evaluation (assessment of) all students in this course.  It is estimated that an ISU will involve a minimum of 15 hours additional research, study, preparation time, etc over and above the 110 hours scheduled.

Assessment and Evaluation Components:Students will be regularly assessed and evaluated for performance improvement and to measure progress.

Students will be assisted in their learning development through the following methods:● Assessment FOR Learning (diagnostic and formative assessment)● Assessment AS Learning (development of student capacity to self and peer assess)● Assessment OF Learning (summative evaluation of student performance tasks)

Learning Skills and Work Habits will be observed and assessed throughout the course on the basis of: Responsibility, Organization, Independent Work, Collaboration, Initiative, and Self-Regulation.

Major evaluations such as tests and performance tasks, including culminating unit tasks, will be assessed using the four categories of learning. The 70% term work will be evaluated by category with special consideration placed on evidence of the student’s most consistent and most recent performance. A student’s final grade on all summative evaluations should reflect the following range of weights:

Weighting Category35% Knowledge &

UnderstandingContent acquired (knowledge) and the comprehension of its meaning and significance (understanding)

20% Thinking The use of critical and creative thinking skills and/or processes

10% Communication The conveying of meaning through various forms35% Application The use of knowledge and skills to make connections

within and between various contexts

Note: All assessment “OF” learning will be assessed with focus on at least one of the categories. Major assignments, such as unit tests, will be assessed with focus on all four categories.

Grade Breakdown:

Component and Weighting Term Work – 70 %May Include: Observation Component, Discussion Component, Unit Tests, Quizzes, Assignments and Projects.Final Evaluation – 30 %Includes: Final Exam

Expectations of Students:

Students are expected to attend all classes and punctuality is to be strictly observed. Students are expected to be organized and engaged in all class activities and prepared for the learning experience. All assignments are to be handed in on time. Students are to be courteous to the teacher and to their classmates at all times. Students are required to be diligent in class to ensure their success in the course.

Materials for the Course:

i) Required Text: Calculus and Vectors, Chris Kirkpatrick et al, 2009. Nelson Education Ltd. ISBN: 978-0-17-637444-0

ii)

Graphing Calculator: Texas Instrument (TI) -84+ or Pocket SE to be sold at RM450Scientific Calculator: various brands

iii) Folder/Binder (systematically store class notes, worksheets and attempted homework)

Sunway International School |Canadian International Matriculation Programme

Assessment, Evaluation, and Reporting: Policy Statement 2013

1. Late and Missed AssignmentsThe primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. Students, therefore, are responsible for:

providing evidence of their learning to their teachers within established timelines; understanding that teachers require this evidence to improve student learning and to report on their achieve-

ment; understanding that there are consequences for late and missed assignments; seeking clarification from the teacher, in advance of the established timelines, when encountering difficul -

ties with an assignment; approaching the teacher when experiencing and anticipating difficulty in meeting the established deadlines; advising the teacher in advance of potential conflict which may require accommodations.

Late and missed assignments for evaluation will be reflected on the report card as part of the evaluation of the student’s development of learning skills and work habits (Growing Success, pg. 44). When the student work is not submitted by the deadline, the student will meet with the teacher to:

review the circumstances related to the non-submission of the assignment; establish a new submission date (closure date) for the assignment; notify them of the potential consequences as a result of the late assignment:

o a mark deduction up to 10% if submitted by the new submission date, or

o a mark deduction up to the full value of the assignment if work is not submitted by the new sub-

mission

2. Cheating and PlagiarismIt is the responsibility of students to be academically honest in all aspects of their school work so that the marks they receive are a true reflection of their own achievement. Academic dishonesty is a serious offence and an impediment to learning and student growth. Cheating is an act of academic dishonesty and comes in many forms including, but not limited to

unauthorized use of resources including personal electronic devices (PEDs); unauthorized communication during evaluations plagiarism, which is defined as presenting the words, ideas, and/or work of another as one’s own submitting an assignment completed by someone else, including:

o buying/downloading the assignment online

o having someone else complete the assignment

o copying or using work done by another student

o copying a performance viewed on the Internet (e.g. dance routine)

When cheating is detected, the teacher will discuss the matter with the student involved. Appropriate consequences for cheating and plagiarism are determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the circumstances, an appropriate consequence will be assigned, which may include:

1) redoing the assignment; 2) redoing a section of the assignment; 3) completing an alternative assignment; 4) receiving a grade of zero.

SUNWAY COLLEGE - SIS/CIMPAttendance Procedures

Student Information

The Attendance Process is as follows:

1. Student absences and lateness, in all classes, will be maintained on a daily basis. These records will be maintained on the Sunway College Educational Monitoring System (EMS). In order to have a consistent and accurate tracking procedure on students’ attendance/tardiness, teachers will input student’s attendance into “Web Attendance” via http://vine on a daily basis.

2. After the (5) fifth absence in a subject, an absence letter will be generated and will be placed in the subject teacher’s mailbox. The teacher will counsel the student; reinforce the need for regular attendance; the stu -dent will sign and date the letter to acknowledge reading it; and the teacher will return the letter to the CIMP/SIS Coordinator/Deputy Principal. A copy of the letter is sent to parents/guardian.

3. After the (10) tenth absence in a subject, a second absence letter will be put into the subject teacher’s mail -box. The subject teacher will counsel the student; the student will sign and date the letter to acknowledge reading it; the teacher will record in her/his records the fact that the student has been counseled again; and return the letter to the CIMP/SIS Coordinator/Deputy Principal. A copy of this letter will be sent to the parent/guardian.

4. After the (15) fifteenth absence, a third absence letter will be put into the subject teacher’s mailbox for im -mediate information to the student. This will be recorded by the teacher. The student will sign and date the letter to acknowledge reading it. The teacher will return the letter to the CIMP/SIS Coordinator/Deputy Principal. A copy of the letter is sent to parents/guardian.

All negligent attendance letters are produced weekly. The attendance letters will be returned to the Coordinator/Deputy Principal after the student

has been counseled or informed. They will be kept on file and used as ‘evidence’ if future sanctions must be imposed.

5. In addition to the Attendance Letters, where possible, students will be advised about attendance expecta -tions via i-mail.

6. The above procedure will be followed with all SIS/CIMP students. However because of the visa implica-tions, additional steps will be taken with International Students to comply with Malaysian MOHE/MOE Requirements.

a) Monthly reportsSteps to be taken by academic and admin staff:

Student’s attendance must be recorded accurately and on a daily basis. Attendance report will be retrieved from EMS and verified (CIMP/SIS Office). Attendance report will be emailed to International Office (IO) upon verification.

b) International students who have missed 3 consecutive days Steps to be taken by academic and admin staff:

CIMP/SIS Office to contact student via i-mail and/or telephone. CIMP/SIS Office will forward e-mail to IO for assistance in locating the student.

NOTE: Attendance is compulsory in all SIS and CIMP classes. Since assessment and evaluation in the classes are on-going and based on conversation, observation and product, it is essential that all students are in all classes regularly and punctually. Evaluation is based on participation and simply, “if you are not in class, you cannot participate; if you cannot participate, you cannot be assessed/evaluated; and if you cannot be assessed/evaluated the results will not be favourable.”

If student is successfully contacted, he/she will be counseled and a report will be completed and filed in

a binder. All e-mails will be kept under electronic filing for purpose of evidence.

MCV4U CLASSROOM POLICIES

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Lateness:

A student arriving 15 minutes after class begins will be marked late(e.g. for Period 3, later than 10.55 pm*).

When a student reaches 5 ‘lates’, or is late consistently, the student would be referred to the Program Director/Academic Coordinator or to be dealt by the teacher, according to the teachers’ discretion.

* Friday has a different schedule (but the duration above should still apply).

Late and missed assignments:

All attempted assignments are expected to be submitted on the day they are due and at the beginning of the class (unless otherwise specified).

Policies on late/missed assignments are addressed in Item 1 on Page 4.

Missed Tests/Quizzes:

Any missed test/quiz will be treated as an absence and replacements are done ONLY at the discretion of the teacher.

In the event that a student is hospitalized or there is an important/urgent mat-ter that requires accommodation, the student must take the responsibility to inform the teacher who will consequently either arrange for a make-up test or will assign a No-Mark for that missed test/quiz.

* Student success in the programme is very much determined by regular and punctual attendance in all classes because participation is vital to the process of learning. When learning is disrupted by irregular attendance, the student suffers a loss of experience that cannot be regained. As well, the student will suffer in the evaluation process when their participation and achievement cannot be fully assessed due to the absences.

Cheating & Plagiarism:

An offence which is deemed to be very serious (Refer to Item 2 on the Page 4).