Undergraduate Calendar 2011-2012

Mathematics and Computer Science

Courses 100-199

MAE101 Introductory Calculus
MAE102 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
MAE103 Precalculus Mathematics
MAE106 Discrete Mathematics with Probability
MAE108 Elements of Differential Calculus
MAE113 Calculus for the Liberal Arts
MAE119 Linear Algebra for Engineers
MAE129 Introduction to Algebra
MAE131 Introductory Differential Calculus
MAE133 Introductory Integral Calculus
CSE101 Introduction to Algorithms and Computing

MAE101 Introductory Calculus

Fall term  Introduction to real numbers. Real sequences. Functions: algebraic, exponential and trigonometric functions and their inverses. Limits, continuity and derivatives. Rules for differentiation. Main theorems of the differential calculus. L'Hôpital's rule. Applications of derivatives.

Winter term Antidifferentiation: all basic methods. Definition of the integral, Riemann sums and fundamental theorem of calculus. Improper integrals. Applications of integration. Plane polar and 3-dimensional coordinates. Computer laboratory using MAPLE symbolic computation software to illustrate concepts and solve problems in calculus.

MAE101(1): Refers to the Fall term of this course (1 credit)

MAE101(2): Refers to the Winter term of this course (1 credit)

Note(s): For First Year Students taking Science or Engineering
Contact Hours: 3 - 1 - 4 (Distance Learning: 0 - 0 - 9)
Credit(s): 2

MAE102 Introduction to Probability and Statistics

Only offered through the Division of Continuing Studies.

This course provides a non-calculus treatment of topics in Probability and Statistics. Lessons include a brief review of set operations, definitions and examples of sample space and probability of events, random variables, various discrete and continuous distributions, mean, variance and general expectations, sampling, tests of hypothesis for mean and variance, and power of tests.

Note : Distance Learning computer system requirements

Note(s): This course is intended for students who have not completed a course in data analysis. It (or its equivalent) serves as a prerequisite for MAE106 and may not be used to fulfill a core requirement of the BMASc and BA programmes. It cannot be used for credit in support of a degree in Science or Engineering.
Contact Hours: 0 - 0 - 9
Credit(s): 1

MAE103 Precalculus Mathematics

This course includes an introduction to sets, set notation, the properties of real numbers and the real number system. It also covers various topics in algebra including factoring algebraic expressions and arithmetic operations involving polynomial, rational and exponential expressions.  Principal roots are covered, as is the connection between exponential and radical notation. The properties of inequalities and absolute values are introduced, and techniques for solving linear, non-linear and absolute value equalities and inequalities are presented. The material on functions includes the combination and composition of functions and the determination of the domain of combined and composed functions.  Inverse functions are examined, and the properties of logarithmic and exponential functions are studied along with some applications to "real-world" problems.

Note(s): A required course for all Arts students who do not complete, with success, the challenge exam which is administered at the start of the Fall term. This course does not count as a credit toward the degree programme.
Contact Hours: 3 - 1 - 4
Credit(s): 1

MAE106 Discrete Mathematics with Probability

Also offered through the Division of Continuing Studies.

Elementary logic. Introduction to sets and operations on sets. Combinations and permutations. Discrete probability.

Note : Distance Learning computer system requirements

Prerequisite(s): MAE102 or equivalent
Semester: Usually Offered in the Fall & Winter
Note(s): For First Year students taking Arts
Contact Hours: 3 - 0 - 6 (Distance Learning: 0 - 0 - 9)
Credit(s): 1

MAE108 Elements of Differential Calculus

Only offered through the Division of Continuing Studies.

Review of basic algebra including powers and logarithms. The real number system, open and closed intervals, solution of inequalities. Functions and their properties. Definition of the limit and continuity of a function at a point. Limits at infinity. The intermediate value theorem. Graphs of continuous and discontinuous functions. Exponential and logarithmic functions, their graphs, properties and applications. Definition of the derivative as a limit. The mean value theorem. Derivatives of sums, products and quotients of functions. Composite functions and the chain rule. Derivatives of second and higher order. Application of differential calculus to graph sketching, optimization problems, approximation of functions and marginal analysis.

Note: The Department reserves the right to administer a placement test to determine if students are adequately prepared to take this course.

Note : Distance Learning computer system requirements

Prerequisite(s): MAE103 or equivalent
Contact Hours: 0 - 0 - 9
Credit(s): 1

MAE113 Calculus for the Liberal Arts

This course is intended to emphasize the basic concepts of Calculus: functions, limits, derivatives and integrals. Students will be introduced to the use of mathematical software to carry out computations.

Part I: Differential Calculus. Limits and continuity. Defnition of a derivative. Derivatives of polynomials, exponential and logarithmic functions. Basic diferentiation: product, quotient and chain rules. Second order derivatives and convexity. Extreme points, optimization and application to business and economics.

Part II: Integral Calculus. Anti-derivatives and some basic rules of integration. The defnite integral as an area and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Application of the defnite integral to business and economics.

Prerequisite(s): MAE103 or permission of the Department
Contact Hours: 3 - 1 - 4
Credit(s): 1

MAE119 Linear Algebra for Engineers

Vectors in 2 and 3 dimensions. Dot products, orthogonality. Lines and planes in three-space. Introduction to complex numbers. Systems of linear equations. Matrix algebra. Determinants. Finite-dimensional real vector spaces, subspaces, bases and dimension. Eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalisation of matrices.

A second version of this course will be available (in English only) for students with a weaker background, in which there will be an additional lecture period. (Contact hours: 4 - 1 - 4)

Semester: Usually Offered in the Winter
Note(s):For First Year Students in Engineering
Contact Hours: 3 - 1 - 4
Credit(s): 1

MAE129 Introduction to Algebra

Vectors in 2, 3 and higher dimensions; geometric applications.  Linear systems of equations. Matrices: matrix algebra, inverses and determinants. Solution of matrix equations. Integers: GCD, LCM, division algorithm, integers modulo n, RSA encryption. Complex numbers, arithmetic, powers and roots. Fundamental theorem of algebra and solution of polynomial equations.

Semester: Usually Offered in the Winter
For First Year Students taking Science.
Contact Hours: 3 - 1 - 4
Credit(s): 1

MAE131 Introductory Differential Calculus

Only offered through the Division of Continuing Studies.

Introduction to the real numbers. Functions: algebraic, exponential and trigonometric and their inverses. Limits, continuity and derivative. Rules for differentiation. Main theorems of the differential calculus. L'Hospital rule. Applications of derivatives.

Note : Distance Learning computer system requirements

Contact Hours: 0 - 0 - 9
Credit(s): 1

MAE133 Introductory Integral Calculus

Only offered through the Division of Continuing Studies.

Antidifferentiation : techniques of integration. Riemann sums, definition of the integral and fundamental theorem of Calculus. Improper integrals. Applications of integration. Polar coordinates. First and second order linear differential equations.

Note : Distance Learning computer system requirements

Prerequisite: MAE131 or equivalent
Exclusion(s): MAE101(2)
Contact Hours: 0 - 0 - 9
Credit(s): 1

CSE101 Introduction to Algorithms and Computing

Also offered through the Division of Continuing Studies.

The subject of this course is the design, analysis and implementation of algorithms. It examines the relationship between problem solving and algorithms, the design of algorithms using pseudocode; sequence, selection and iteration; and abstraction (functions), and the correctness and efficiency of algorithms. Algorithms for tasks such as searching, sorting and pattern matching will be introduced and analyzed. Algorithms will be implemented in a high-level programming language as programs using appropriate data types, statements and methods. The use of compilers, interpreters and virtual machines in executing programs will be studied. An introduction to object-oriented programming, classes and objects will be given.

Note : Distance Learning computer system requirements

Semester: Usually Offered in the Fall & Winter
Note(s): For First Year students taking Engineering and Science.
Contact Hours: 3 - 1 - 4 (Distance Learning: 0 - 0 - 9)
Credit(s): 1