Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
1. Analyse mathematical problems.
2. Develop valid mathematical arguments in a precise and rigorous way.
3. Formulate a financial problem mathematically.
Introduction to Analysis (for (MATH1002J)
Curricular information is subject to change.
This module is an introduction to mathematical analysis and differential calculus, with applications to finance. It will begin with an introduction to mathematical reasoning and will cover important concepts from analysis including functions, real numbers, differentiability and continuity, convergence, sequences and series. Topics from finance to be discussed include interest rates.
About this Module
Student Effort Hours:
| Student Effort Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 36 |
| Tutorial | 16 |
| Specified Learning Activities | 32 |
| Autonomous Student Learning | 32 |
| Total | 116 |
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lectures, tutorials, enquiry and problem-based learning.Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Not applicable to this module.
Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
Assessment Strategy
| Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous Assessment: Continuous assessment | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 30 |
No |
| Examination: End of Trimester Exam | Unspecified | No | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 70 |
No |
Carry forward of passed components
No
No
| Resit In | Terminal Exam |
|---|---|
| Summer | Yes - 2 Hour |
Feedback Strategy/Strategies
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
How will my Feedback be Delivered?
Not yet recorded.
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dr Daniele Casazza | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
| Dr Daniele Casazza | Tutor |
| Ruhat Kabulantok | Tutor |