Course Objectives
Math 129 covers the fundamentals of the integral calculus.
- Be able to use techniques of analytical and numerical integration;
- Be able to apply the definite integral to problems arising in geometry and in either physics or probability;
- Be able to work with the concept of infinite series and be able to calculate and use Taylor series;
- Be able to analyze first order differential equations from a graphical and algebraic point of view and model physical and biological situations by differential equations.
General Math 129 Information
The specific calendar & policy for your Math 129 section should be made available to you by your instructor.
The general policies and calendar can be found below.
THINK TANK (free tutoring for U of A students)
The Math Department offers free tutoring for Math 129, Monday-Friday. Click here to see the schedule.
- Graphing Calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 are recommended)
- A graphing calculator is required for Math 129. We recommend any model in the TI-83 or TI-84 series.
- Models that can perform symbolic calculations (also known as CAS) are NOT allowed on exams and quizzes. CAS models include (but are not limited to) the TI-89, TI NSpire CAS, HP 50g, and Casio Classpad 330.
- More calculator info can be found HERE.
- Students are not allowed to share calculators during exams and quizzes.
- Textbook:
- Math 129 covers chapters 7 - 11.6 of Calculus, Single Variable; 6th edition; Hughes-Hallett, et al.; Wiley.
- The Textbook will be delivered digitally via Brightspace (D2L) through the Inclusive Access program.
- Inclusive Access FAQs
- WebAssign:
- Math 129 uses a computer grading program called WebAssign for textbook assignments. Logging into WebAssign can only be done through the WebAssign Login link in your Math 129 Brightspace (D2L) site.
- Additional homework and/or quizzes may be assigned by instructors. Be sure to check with your instructor.
- Things to Know About WebAssign at the U of A
- Worksheets
- Written Homework
- Inclusive Access FAQs
- Enrollment Requirements/Eligibility:
- Students must meet eligibility requirements.
- See the Math Course Placement Chart HERE.
- On-line Calculator
- On-line Graphing Tool (browser)
- Calculus Tool (NCTM Resources)
- Numerical Integration Utility (Stefan Waner)
- Trig Formulas
- Derivative Rules
- Basic Integral Rules
- Integral Table
- Taylor Series Table (expanded)
- Geometry Formulas
- Area Formulas
- Worksheets
- Precalculus Review (University of MI)
- Calculus at the U of A
- Maximize Success in Calculus
- Calculus Videos (Khan Academy)
Exam Information (Fall 2025)
Common Final Exam
Monday, December 15th, 2025 @ 8:00am - 10:00am
A comprehensive final exam is given in all sections of Math 129 at the time shown above.
See instructor or syllabus for more details regarding your final exam.
- Fall 2025 Final Exam Information- TBA
- Final Exam Room Locations- TBA
- Final Exam Topic List
Final Exam Study Guides: