In Person Math Lab Help

Hours & Location

The Math Lab is located in room 155 of the TMCB. To receive help from tutors come into the Math Lab and join the queue by going to lab.byu.edu or scanning one of the many QR codes around the room.

If you have questions about accessing the Queue, or about the Math Lab in general, email the secretaries at mathlabsecretary@mathematics.byu.edu.

We are closed on all major holidays, the Saturdays of General Conference, and during the breaks between BYU Semesters. 

Hours of Operation 

Winter 2023
Monday 9 am – 4 pm
Tuesday  9 am -11am, 12pm – 8pm
Wednesday 9 am – 8 pm
Thursday 9 am – 8 pm
Friday 9 am – 5 pm
Saturday 10 am – 1 pm
Sunday Closed

Independent Study

The Math Lab is the perfect place for help on Independent Study courses in Math 110, 112, 113, 119, 213/215, 302, 303, 314 and 334, feel free to come in whenever you have a question during our open hours. 

  • For Out of State Independent Study Students, or students home sick view how to accesses remote help here

Private Tutor List

Still not getting the help you need? We have an excellent group of tutors on our Private Tutoring List. This is a current list of individuals who are willing to tutor students in math. Rates and availability vary among tutors.

Upcoming Reviews

 
Math 110
Exam 3 Review
Class sections: 6-9, 11
Date: Friday, 31 March
Time: 5pm – 6:30pm
Room: JKB 1005
Taught by: Catherine Thomas
 
 
Math 334 Section 2

Monday, March 27th
5pm – 7pm 
TMCB 155A (accessed from the MathLab)
Taught by: Rebecca E

Math 334 Sections 3,4,5

Friday,  March 31st
4pm – 6pm 
TMCB 155A (accessed from the MathLab)
Taught by: Gordon Bridge

Math 112/113

Math 314

Example Test 1:   Key

Example Test 2:   Key

https://math.byu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Key-314-Example-Test-2.pdf

Example Test 3:

https://math.byu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/314-Example-Test-3.pdf

Example Test 3 Key:

https://math.byu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Key-314-Example-Test-3.pdf

Math 118

Simplex Method rules

For exam review materials, visit:

BYU Math Previous Exams

Questions, mathlab118@mathematics.byu.edu

Additional Resources 

Test proctoring area is available during our hours of operation  Call (801) 422-4695 or email mathlabsecretary@mathematics.byu.edu for more info.

The Math Lab provides the following handout for your convenience:

Also, here are some interesting math links if you are interested.

  • The Integrator — will integrate almost any ugly integral.
  •  — has a lot of good information about a lot of different kinds of mathematics.

Material for Algebra Review Sessions:

Employment

The openings are posted on BYU Job Services!

Math Lab Tutor 

Requirements:

  1. Lower division tutors: Proficiency in algebra, trigonometry, and differential and integral calculus. This includes course material in Math 110, 111, 112, 113, 116, and 118.  
  2. Upper division tutors: Proficiency in basic proofs, multivariate calculus, linear algebra, and ordinary differential equations. This includes material from Math 213/215, 290, 314 (or 302/303), 334 (or 302/303).  
  3. Ability to thoroughly explain both familiar and new or difficult concepts to students in understandable ways. 
  4. Flexible schedule.

Responsibilities:

  1. Assist students in the Math Lab in understanding mathematics by answering questions and explaining concepts.
  2. Attend weekly training meetings to maintain teaching and concept-based skills.
  3. Represent the Math Lab in a manner consistent with the Goals of a BYU Education and the BYU Honor Code.
  4. Teach Math Lab-hosted review sessions for selected 100 through 300-level classes.

Math Lab Secretary 

Requirements:

  1. Willing/able to quickly learn Math Lab policies and procedures and carry them out.
  2. Hard working, self-motivated, and gets along well with others.
  3. Flexible schedule.

Responsibilities:

  1. Take roll and monitor Math Lab TAs.
  2. Response to phone calls, emails, and in person questions about the Math Lab. 
  3. Proctor exams on behalf of Math professors.
  4. Preform specific jobs and/or assignments to help the Math Lab run smoothly.
  5. Attend weekly training meetings.
  6. Represent the Math Lab in a manner consistent with the Goals of a BYU Education and the BYU Honor Code.

For questions regarding employment, please contact:

Dr. Bakker

Email:bakker@math.byu.edu
Office: 366 TMCB
Phone Number: (801) 422-5882

or

Math Lab Assistant (Jade Gregg)

Email: mathlabassistant@math.byu.edu
Office: 159 TMCB

 

FAQ

Why do I get kicked out Mondays at 4?

In order to provide the best help we can we hold employee training meetings every Monday to train our TAs on topics they might except to see coming up that week which is why the lab is not just “closed” but unavailable to use as study space. 

What if I don’t have a phone to scan the QR codes?

You can also access the queue by going to lab.byu.edu on a laptop or on the computer located by the north entrance to the lab which is available for student use. 

Why do I have to sign up for one question at a time?
 
In order to fairly assist every student who comes in for math help we ask that students sign up for one question at a time. This ensures that each student has an equal opportunity for help. We also have to track this data for the university (which allows up to track particular problems that multiple students struggle with and other such application).
 
Why don’t the reviews cover exactly what is on my test?
 
Math professors do not share a copy of their exams with our tutors. We do our best to prepare you for your exams but without being able to view the test it may not always be perfectly in line. 
 
What happens if a tutor has to leave me mid problem?
 
The tutors are instructed to find you another tutor to finish helping. If no tutor is available when yours leave, please be prepared to sign up on the queue again and someone will get to you as soon as possible. 
 
Where are the desks/tables?
 
We have asked for an order of tables and will hopefully have them sometime in the future. (We aren’t a huge fan of the wheelie desks either)
 
I need answers about the layout of my class, can the Math Lab help me?
 
Our secretaries are trained to help you receive assistance in the lab, we do not have access to your grades, test scores or TA information. You will have to reach out to your professor or teaching assistant for that. 
 
How can I find out about reviews?
 
The Math Lab is always working to improve its outreach and functionality. We are now posting paper copies of the review information at both the front and back of the lab, color coordinated to the class number. Review information is also being posted on our website and emailed to the professor and students. There are plenty of resources that can be used to find review information. Make sure to write it down somewhere when you find it so you don’t forget!
 
Why won’t the Lab give me access to dry erase markers?
 
We rack up quite the bill constantly restocking our dry erase markers for our tutors. Trying to supply them to all the students as well would be out of our budget. But you are always more than welcome to use our whiteboards if you have access to your own markers.