Module Details

Module Code: MATH6012
Title: Technological Maths 101
Long Title: Technological Maths 101
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2013/14 ( September 2013 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4610 - Mathematics
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to develop and consolidate student competence in mathematical techniques and provides an introduction to differentiation and integration.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Formulate and solve various equations including those involving the laws of indices and logs.
LO2 Reduce equations to linear form and interpret constants from graphs.
LO3 Use trigonometry to solve triangles, graph periodic functions and solve trigonometric equations.
LO4 Apply differentiation to various functions, rates of change, and optimisation.
LO5 Evaluate definite integrals, apply integration techniques to problems in Science & Engineering, and formulate differential equations
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Module Recommendations

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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Algebra, Functions and Equations
Logs and indices, transposition of formula. Formulation and solution of linear, quadratic and cubic equations. Formulation and solution of systems of simultaneous linear equations. Partial fraction expansions. Graphs of linear, quadratic and other polynomials, exponential and log functions and other relevant functions.
Linear Laws
Reduction of non-linear relationships to linear form. Manipulation of data and plotting of linear graphs to estimate constants.
Trigonometry
Definition of trigonometric functions. Solve triangles using trigonometric ratios, sine and cosine rules. Trigonometric identities and equations. Graphs of trigonometric functions.
Differentiation
The idea of a derivative as a rate of change. Differentiation of common functions. Chain, product and quotient rules. Solutions of problems involving related rates and maxima and minima.
Integration & Differential Equations
Integration of common functions. Integration by substitution and partial fractions. Integration to determine area and mean value. Problems leading to differential equations. Solve elementary ordinary differential equations using direct integration.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
One hour written assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
One hour written assessment
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Formal Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Lecture Contact Formal lecture Every Second Week 0.50 1
Tutorial Contact Tutorial based on exercise sheets Every Second Week 0.50 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Exercise sheets Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Formal Lecture Every Week 2.50 2.5
Tutorial Contact Tutorial based on exercise sheets Every Second Week 0.50 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Exercise Sheets Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.50
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • John Bird. (2010), Engineering Mathematics, 6th. Newnes, Oxford, [ISBN: 9780080965628].
  • John Bird. (2010), Engineering Mathematics [electronic book], 6th. Newnes, Oxford, [ISBN: 9780080965635].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Dr. Graham Currell, Dr. Antony Dowman. (2009), Essential Mathematics and Statistics for Science, 2nd. [ISBN: 978-0-470-69448-0].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMSCI_6 Certificate in Mechanical Science 1 Mandatory