Canadian Pre-University Programme

Course Overview
Canadian International Matriculation Programme
No. 2 Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway
47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Course Title: Calculus and Vectors

Ministry Course Code: MCV4U
Credit Value: 1
Name: Terry Reich
Email: terrencer@sunway.edu.my

Course Type: University

Grade: 12
Course Hours: 110
Room (Office): CIMP office
(Consultation by Appointment)

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

Course Description
This 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 realworld 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 students most consistent and most recent performance. A
students final grade on all summative evaluations should reflect the following range of weights:
Weighting
35%
20%

Category
Knowledge &
Understanding
Thinking

10%
35%

Communication
Application

Content acquired (knowledge) and the comprehension of

its meaning and significance (understanding)
The use of critical and creative thinking skills and/or
processes
The conveying of meaning through various forms
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 RM450

Scientific 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 Assignments

The 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
achievement;

understanding that there are consequences for late and missed assignments;

seeking clarification from the teacher, in advance of the established timelines, when encountering
difficulties 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
students 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;

2.

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

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

Cheating and Plagiarism

It 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 ones own

submitting an assignment completed by someone else, including:

o

buying/downloading the assignment online

having someone else complete the assignment

copying or using work done by another student

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/CIMP

Attendance Procedures
Student Information
NOTE: Attendance is compulsory in all SIS and CIMP classes. Since assessment and evaluation in the classes are ongoing 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.
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 students attendance
into Web Attendance via http://vine on a daily basis.

After the (5) fifth absence in a subject, an absence letter will be generated and will be placed in the subject
teachers mailbox. The teacher will counsel the student; reinforce the need for regular attendance; the
student 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.

After the (10) tenth absence in a subject, a second absence letter will be put into the subject teachers
mailbox. 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 teachers mailbox for
immediate 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.

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

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

Monthly reports
Steps to be taken by academic and admin staff:

Students 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.

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.

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

1.

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:
2.

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:
3.

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
matter 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:
4.

An offence which is deemed to be very serious

(Refer to Item 2 on the Page 4).