UEE Mathematics study plan
UEE Mathematics · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Numbers and Algebra
Classify and simplify algebraic expressions involving exponents, radicals, and rational forms without calculator aid
Solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable, including absolute-value cases, and graph solution sets on a number line
Factor polynomials of degree up to three using grouping, difference of squares, and sum/difference of cubes
Convert between fractions, decimals, percentages, and scientific notation accurately under timed conditions
Your checkpoint
A 40-item self-made algebra diagnostic, scored, with every miss rewritten correctly and annotated with the rule that was broken
Numbers and Algebra
Solve systems of two and three linear equations using substitution, elimination, and matrix row reduction
Apply the quadratic formula and discriminant to classify root types and solve word problems
Simplify rational expressions and solve rational equations while identifying extraneous solutions
Translate short word problems into equations and verify answers against the original context
Your checkpoint
A one-page error log listing the ten most frequent algebra mistakes you made, each paired with a corrected worked example
Functions and Graphs
Sketch graphs of linear, quadratic, cubic, exponential, logarithmic, and absolute-value functions from their equations
Determine domain, range, intercepts, symmetry, and asymptotes for each function family
Perform and interpret function composition and find inverse functions where they exist
Solve equations and inequalities graphically and confirm results algebraically
Your checkpoint
A hand-drawn graph portfolio of 12 functions, each labeled with domain, range, intercepts, and asymptotes
Functions and Graphs & Calculus and Analysis
Compute limits of rational, radical, and piecewise functions using factoring, rationalizing, and one-sided analysis
Identify points of discontinuity and classify them as removable, jump, or infinite
Apply the definition of continuity at a point and on an interval to test given functions
Interpret average and instantaneous rates of change from graphs and tables
Your checkpoint
A timed 25-minute mock section on limits and continuity, scored against a 75 percent threshold
Calculus and Analysis
Differentiate polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions using product, quotient, and chain rules
Find equations of tangent lines and use derivatives to locate extrema and inflection points
Compute definite and indefinite integrals using substitution and the fundamental theorem of calculus
Solve applied optimization and area problems and justify each step in writing
Your checkpoint
A worked solutions packet of 15 calculus problems spanning limits, derivatives, and integrals, with a written justification for each step
Geometry and Measurement
Apply triangle congruence and similarity criteria to prove geometric relationships
Compute areas, perimeters, surface areas, and volumes of composite plane and solid figures
Use coordinate geometry to find midpoints, distances, slopes, and equations of lines and circles
Apply circle theorems involving chords, tangents, inscribed angles, and arc measures
Your checkpoint
A set of 10 fully written two-column or paragraph proofs plus 10 measurement problems, all self-graded with corrections
Trigonometry & Probability and Statistics
Convert between degrees and radians and evaluate trigonometric functions at standard and reference angles
Verify trigonometric identities and solve trigonometric equations over a specified interval
Apply the laws of sines and cosines to solve oblique triangles and real-world bearing problems
Compute probabilities using addition and multiplication rules, conditional probability, and counting techniques
Calculate and interpret mean, median, mode, standard deviation, and z-scores from raw data
Your checkpoint
A two-part quiz you write yourself, 10 trigonometry items and 10 probability/statistics items, then solved closed-book and scored
Numbers and Algebra & Functions and Graphs & Geometry and Measurement & Trigonometry & Probability and Statistics & Calculus and Analysis
Complete two full-length timed practice exams under exam conditions and record per-domain scores
Rank your six domains by accuracy and rework every missed item to full correctness
Memorize and rehearse a formula sheet covering identities, derivative and integral rules, and geometry formulas
Build a one-page exam-day strategy covering time allocation, question ordering, and checking routines
Your checkpoint
A final score report showing per-domain accuracy on both practice exams, plus a formula sheet and exam-day strategy page you can review in 10 minutes
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 80 percent on a closed-book algebra set covering exponents, quadratics, rational expressions, and systems, with no repeated error type from week 1
Week 4: Score at least 75 percent on the timed limits and continuity mock and correctly sketch all 12 functions in the graph portfolio from memory
Week 6: Score at least 70 percent on a mixed calculus and geometry set, and submit all 10 proofs with no missing justification steps
Week 8: Average at least 70 percent across both full-length practice exams with no single domain below 60 percent