UM PANABO COLLEGE

Department of Teacher Education

MATH 2a – Course Syllabus

COURSE INFORMATION
1. Course Number :MATH 2a
2. Course Name :Differential Calculus
3. Course Description :This course introduces to students the fundamentals of Calculus: limits, continuity ,
derivatives, maxima and minima problems, differentials. It assumes a thorough understanding of concepts of analytic
geometry and trigonometry.
4. Pre-requisite : Math 141a
5. Co-requisite : Math 7a and Math 132
6. Credit : 3.0 units
7. Class schedule : 5 hours per week
8. Program Educational Objectives (PEO) of BEED/BSED:
Three to five years after graduation, the BEED/BSED graduates are expected to:
A. Demonstrate updated and deep knowledge of the subject matter they teach;
B. Apply a wide range of teaching process skills particularly on lesson planning, materials development, teaching
approaches, and ethical considerations;
C. Demonstrate ethical responsibility in teaching profession; and
D. Engage in continuing professional education and training.
9. Student Outcomes (SO) of BEED/BSED and their links to PEO
PEO
Upon graduation, the BEED/BSED students are expected to:
A B C D
 SO a Articulate the relation of education to larger historical, social, cultural and political

processes.
 SO b Facilitate learning using a wide range of teaching methodologies in various types of

environment.
 SO c* Develop alternative teaching approaches for diverse learners. 
 SO d Apply skills in curriculum development, lesson planning, materials development,

instructional delivery and educational assessment.
 SO e* Demonstrate basic and higher levels of thinking skills in planning, assessing and reporting.  
 SO f Practice professional and ethical teaching standards to respond to the demands of the
 
community.
 SO g Pursue life-long learning for personal and professional growth. 
 SO h* Demonstrate in-depth understanding of the development of elementary/secondary

learners.
 SO I* Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of various learning areas in the elementary/secondary

curriculum.
 SO j Create and utilize materials appropriate to the secondary level to enhance teaching and

learning.
 SO k Design and implement assessment tools and procedures to measure elementary/secondary

learning outcomes.
10. Course Outcomes (CO) of MATH 2a and their links to SO
SO
Upon completion of the course, the BEED/BSED students are expected to:
a b c d e f g h i j K
 CO 1 Perform the rules/operations of differentiation in
E E
finding the domain and range of function, limit of D D
functions, the derivative of any function and application.
 CO 2 Sketch the graph in first and second derivative,
continuity and solve the optimization absolute E E
D
maximum and minimum and its applications through D
different word problems.
 CO 3 Solve the derivatives of logarithm and exponential
functions, differentials, implicit differentiation, related E E
D
rates and its applications through different word D
problems.
Legend: I = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have been introduced to the SO.
E = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have enabled themselves to attain the SO.
D = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have demonstrated partly or fully the SO.

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 National Competency-Based Teacher Standards
Program Educational Objectives (PEO) (NCBTS)

Vision: By 2022, a Globally 1. Demonstrate updated and deep

recognized institution providing a UM Core knowledge of the subject matter Domain 1: Social Regard for Learning
quality , affordable and open Values they teach. Domain 2: Learning Environment
education. 2. Apply a wide range of teaching
process skills particularly on lesson Domain 3: Diversity of Learners
planning, materials development, Domain 4: Curriculum
approaches and ethical
Mission: To provide a dynamic and considerations. Domain 5: Planning, Assessing and
supportive academic environment 3. Demonstrate ethical Reporting
through the highest standards of responsibility in the teaching
instruction, research and extension in Domain 6: Community Linkages
profession.
a non-sectarian institution committed 4. Engage in continuing Domain 7: Personal Growth and
to democratizing access to education. professional education and Professional Development
training.
Program Intended Learning Outcomes (PILO) Course Outcomes (CO)

1. Perform the rules/operations of

a. Articulate the relationship of education to larger historical, social,
differentiation in finding the domain and
cultural and political processes;
b. Facilitate learning using a wide range of teaching methodologies in range of function, limit of functions, the
various types of environment; derivative of any function and application.
c. Develop alternative teaching approaches for diverse learners;
d. Apply skills in curriculum development, lesson planning, materials
development, instructional delivery and educational assessment; 2. Sketch the graph in first and second
e. Demonstrate basic and higher levels of thinking skills in planning, derivative, continuity and solve the
assessing and reporting; optimization absolute maximum and
f. Practice professional and ethical teaching standards to respond to the
minimum and its applications through
demands of the community;
g. Pursue life-long learning for personal and professional growth; different word problems.
h. Demonstrate in-depth understanding of the development of
elementary/secondary learners;
i. Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of various learning areas in the
3. Solve the derivatives of logarithm and
elementary/secondary curriculum;
CO and Assessment task alignment exponential functions, differentials,
j. Create and utilize materials appropriate to the elementary/secondary implicit differentiation, related rates and
level to enhance teaching and learning; Assessment Task its applications through different word
k. Design and implement assessment COtools and procedures to measureTheory-based Assessment
elementary/secondary learning outcomes.
Practice-based problems.Coverage

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 Schedule
Perform the rules/operations of Multiple Choice Board work First Exam Part 1: Chapter 3
differentiation in finding the domain and Questions
range of function, limit of functions, the
derivative of any function and application.
Sketch the graph in first and second Multiple Choice Graph Software Second Exam Part 2: Chapter 4
derivative, continuity and solve the Questions Integration
optimization absolute maximum and
minimum and its applications through
different word problems.
Solve the derivatives of logarithm and Multiple Choice Problem Set Third Exam to Part 3: Chapter 5
exponential functions, differentials, implicit Questions Fourth
differentiation, related rates and its
applications through different word
problems.

*Final assessment will be a comprehensive examination (from first topic to the last) in a Multiple Choice Questions

Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details

Schedule
First Exam Part 1: Chapter 3 Multiple Choice You are expected to perform the rules/operations of differentiation in
Questions finding the domain and range of function, limit of functions, the derivative
(70% of the exam) of any function and application. This includes your experiences upon
learning Math 7a (Advance Algebra for Education) and Math 132 (Plane and
Spherical Trigonometry) through the integration of Math 141a (Analytic
Algebra) that will help you to apply the techniques in solving different
functions and essentially can concretize your skills in mathematical
concept.You will have a short quiz every end of the session, a group activity
in the middle of the week and a long quiz every Friday. Assessment for this
period of the course is a periodical examination.
Second Part 2: Chapter 4 Multiple Choice You are expected to sketch the graph in first and second derivative,
Exam Questions

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 (70% of the exam) continuity and solve the optimization absolute maximum and minimum and
its applications through different word problems.Upon gaining expertise in
the said competencies, you need to be able to familiarize and apply using
the graph software in which it can establish your skills in computing and
making graph. You will have a short quiz every end of the session, a group
activity in the middle of the week and a long quiz every Friday. Assessment
for this period of the course is a periodical examination.
Third Exam Part 3: Chapter 5 Multiple Choice You are expected to solve the derivatives of logarithm and exponential
Questions functions, differentials, implicit differentiation, related rates and its
(70% of the exam) applications through different word problems. This includes the last part of
the topics in Math 132(Plane and Spherical Trigonometry) in which you can
developed solving problems.You will have a short quiz every end of the
session, a group activity in the middle of the week and a long quiz every
Friday. Assessment for this period of the course is a periodical examination.
Final Exam Part 3-5 Multiple Choice This assessment task is designed for you to come up deep understanding in
Questions(100% of the solving general mathematical principles in differential calculus.
the exam)

Assessment Task Details (Practice/Performance-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details
Schedule
First Exam Part 1: Chapter 3 Board work  In this task, you are required to perform the rules/operations of differentiation in finding
(30% of the exam) the domain and range of function, limit of functions, the derivative of any function and
application.
 Likewise, you are required to write on the board in justifying and proving the statement
being defined.
 You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached) for Board
work:
1. Cleanliness in Presentation (20 points)
2. Speed and Accuracy (80 points)

Second Exam Part 2: Chapter 4 Graph Software  The purpose of this task is for you to develop your skills in sketching the graph in first
Integration (30% of the and second derivative, continuity and application to graphing and optimization.
exam)  You are required to graph the given functions through the use of graph software on a

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 specified time frame.
 You will be given additional task for you to explain and solve the absolute maximum and
minimum.
 You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):
1. Timeliness (20 points)
2. Accurateness (80 points)
Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details
Schedule
Third Exam Part 3: Chapter 5 Problem Set  The purpose of this task is for you to demonstrate your deep understanding to enrich
(30% of the exam) your skills in solving the derivatives of logarithm and exponential functions, differentials,
implicit differentiation, related rates and its applications through different word
problems.
 You will perform rigid practice in developing your higher order thinking skills to enhance
your mastery in learning mathematical concepts especially in Math 2a (Differential
Calculus).
 You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):
1. Timeliness (30 points)
2.Orderliness (20 points)
3. Accurateness (50 points)

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 11. COURSE OUTLINE AND TIME FRAME
12. TIME FRAME TOPICS FOR FIRST EXAMINATION TLA Required Readings
Week 1 to  Classroom orientation (University  Lecture TEXTBOOK
Week 3 Policies; PEOs, SOs, Cos; Core values;  Board work
and G-Factor)  Quiz a.Barnett, R. A., Zeigler, M.
R., and Byleen, K. E. Calculus for
I. THE DERIVATIVE Business, Economics, Life
a. Rate of change and slope Sciences and Social Science,
b. Limits 9th Edition Pearson Education
c. The derivative (Asia) Pt. Ltd. 2003
d. Derivatives of constants, power-
forms, and sums
e. Derivatives of products and quotients
f. Chain rule: Power form
g. Applications

TOPICS FOR SECOND EXAMINATION

Week 4 to  Lecture TEXTBOOK

Week 5 II. CONTINUITY
a. Continuity and graph
b. First Derivative and graph
c. Second Derivative and graph
d. Curve sketching techniques.
e. Optimization absolute maxima and
minima.
 Used of Graph
a.Barnett, R. A., Zeigler, M.
Software
R., and Byleen, K. E. Calculus for
Integration Business, Economics, Life
 Quiz Sciences and Social Science,
9th Edition Pearson Education
(Asia) Pt. Ltd. 2003

TOPICS FOR THIRD EXAMINATION

Week 6  Lecture TEXTBOOK

III. MAXIMA-MINIMA PROBLEM  Problem Set
To a.Number problems and Geometry  Quiz a.Barnett, R. A., Zeigler, M.
b.Revenue and Profit and Miscellaneous R., and Byleen, K. E. Calculus for
Week 7 problems Business, Economics, Life
IV. ADDITIONAL DERIVATICE TOPICS Sciences and Social Science,
a.The constant ad continuous 9th Edition Pearson Education
compound interest. (Asia) Pt. Ltd. 2003
b.Derivatives of logarithm and
exponential functions.
Week 8 V. DIFFERENTIALS TEXTBOOK
a.Differentials  Lecture
to b. Implicit Differentiation  Problem Set a.Barnett, R. A., Zeigler, M.
c. Related Rates.  Quiz R., and Byleen, K. E. Calculus for
Week 9 Business, Economics, Life
Sciences and Social Science,
9th Edition Pearson Education
(Asia) Pt. Ltd. 2003

12. TEXTBOOK
a.Barnett, R. A., Zeigler, M. R., and Byleen, K. E. Calculus for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and Social Science,
9th Edition Pearson Education (Asia) Pt. Ltd. 2003

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 SUGGESTED REFERENCES
a. Larson/Hostetler. Brief Calculus with Applications (Alternate Second Edition) D. C. HElath and Company,
1983.
b. Leithold, L. The Calculus with Analytic Geometry, 6th Edition.Harper and Row, Publishers, Inc., 1990.

13. COURSE EVALUATION

Assessment Methods
Weights
EXAMINATIONS
14. Policies and guidelines
A. Exam 1 – 3 30%
a. Attendance is counted from the first regular class meeting.
b. A validatedB. student identification card must always by worn be all students while attending classes.
Final Exam
c. Cheating is strictly prohibited. Any form of dishonesty shall be dealt with accordingly.
- MCQ and Performance-based 30% Honesty is called for at
all times.
d. Valid examination
CLASS permits are necessary in taking the examinations as scheduled. CELLULAR PHONES or any
PARTICIPATIONS
ELECTRONIC GADGETS and PRESCRIBED PRC CALCULATORS are NOT allowed during EXAMINATIONS.
e. Base-20C.grading policy should be observed. Students who obtained failing10%
Quizzes scores in major exams are
recommended to attend the tutorial class.
D. Research 15%

E. Oralby:recitation 10% by:

Prepared Reviewed
F. Assignments 5%
FATIMA A. ULI, LPT JOYCE B. HERNANDO,MAED.
Faculty
Total BSED, 100%
Program Head

JEANIL
YN TACADENA,MAEE
BEED, Program Head

References reviewed by:

LEONIDA I. JARA, MAED.

AVP – LIC Librarian

Recommending approval: Approved by:

LIEZEL V. CHAN, PhD.

Dean of College
EUGENIO S. GUHAO JR., DM
SVP for Academics Planning and Service

CELSO L. TAGADIAD, PhD.

School Director, UM Panabo

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