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MA1200Calculus and Basic Linear Algebra I

2026/27 · Undergraduate

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Course code
MA1200
Credit units
3
Academic unit
Department of Mathematics
Readable study materials
100 items

Course overview and requirements

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2026/27 · Official catalogue edition

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What you will study

Course overview and aims
This is the first of two required courses designed for students pursuing studies in engineering or science. It aims to equip students with mathematical skills and methods essential for study of calculus and linear algebra, develop fluency in concepts and techniques from differential calculus, and provide students with mathematical training for all further study in science/engineering and its applications.
Keyword syllabus
A) Polynomials; Mathematical induction; Binomial theorem B) Coordinate geometry and conic sections; Basic trigonometry C) Functions and inverses; Limits, continuity and differentiability D) Techniques of differentiation, implicit, logarithmic and parametric differentiation; Successive differentiation E) Applications of differentiation: rate of change, local extrema, optimization problems, Taylor series, l’Hôpital rule

Official PDF, page 6 · Keyword Syllabus

Intended learning outcomes
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CILOIntended learning outcomeWeightDEC
1implement basic mathematical techniques of algebra, trigonometry and coordinate geometry.20%DEC-A1, DEC-A2
2describe properties of functions and manipulate expressions involving standard functions and their inverses.15%DEC-A1
3explain concepts of limit, continuity and differentiability of functions.15%DEC-A1
4perform techniques of differentiation to obtain derivatives and Taylor series expansions of functions.25%DEC-A1, DEC-A2
5apply methods of differential calculus to dynamical and optimization problems as well as applications in science and engineering.25%DEC-A2, DEC-A3

Official PDF, page 2 · Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs)

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Prerequisites
(i) HKDSE Mathematics Compulsory Part, or (ii) HKDSE Mathematics Compulsory Part and Extended Part Module 1, or (iii) HKDSE Mathematics Compulsory Part and Extended Part Module 2 (Levels 1 ‒ 3); or equivalent Notes to Students: Students with HKDSE Mathematics Extended Part Module 2 (Levels 4 ‒5) are required to take MA1300 instead.
Precursors
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Corequisites
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Additional course requirements
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Equivalent courses and conditions
MA1300 Enhanced Calculus and Linear Algebra I
Exclusive courses and conditions
MA1006 Calculus and Linear Algebra for Business MA1508 Calculus

Assessment and passing the course

Assessment
Continuous assessment: 30%; Examination: 70%; Examination duration: 3 hours

Assessment breakdown

Assessment taskWeightGenerative AIRemarks and restrictions
Test 1CILO 1, 215%NoQuestions are designed to see how well students have learned basic mathematical methods, concepts of functions, limits and continuity, as well as techniques and applications of differential calculus. These assessment tasks monitor students’ progress and reveal gaps in knowledge.
Test 2CILO 3, 4, 515%NoQuestions are designed to see how well students have learned basic mathematical methods, concepts of functions, limits and continuity, as well as techniques and applications of differential calculus. These assessment tasks monitor students’ progress and reveal gaps in knowledge.
Hand-in assignment(s)CILO 1, 2, 3, 4, 50%YesThese are skills based assessment to see whether students are familiar with essential mathematical methods, properties of functions, techniques and applications of differential calculus.

Official PDF, pages 4–5 · Assessment Tasks / Activities (ATs)

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Test 1 | CILOs 1,2 | 15% | GenAI No. Test 2 | CILOs 3,4,5 | 15% | GenAI No. Hand-in assignment(s) | CILOs 1–5 | 0% | GenAI Yes.

Test consists of two 1-hour papers; minimum standard of 50% must be achieved in each test. Assignment(s) are skills-based and check essential mathematical methods, function properties, and differentiation techniques/applications.
Passing requirements
For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for the examination must be obtained.
Credits, duration and edition details
Title in this edition
Calculus and Basic Linear Algebra I
Credits in this edition
3
Course duration
One Semester
Syllabus effective term
Semester A 2025/26
Levels printed in the syllabus
B1, B2, B3, B4 - Bachelor's Degree

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  • MA1200_HW1

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  • SyllabusMA1200

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  • MA1200-1819A

    Past papers · 2018-2019 Semester A · Local review material · 209 KB

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  • MA1200 Chapter 1 Coordinate Geometry

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  • MA1200 Chapter 2 Sets and Functions

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  • MA1200 Chapter 3 Polynomials and Rational Functions

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  • MA1200 Chapter 4 Trigonometric Functions and Inverse Trigonometric Functions

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  • MA1200 Chapter 5 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

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  • MA1200 Chapter 6 Limits, Continuity and Differentiability

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