A series of lectures, tutorials, class-based tasks, and laboratory exercises will be used.
The Institute VLE will be used to interactively communicate with students.
Computational software will be used to re-enforce the mathematical principles and practices.
Module Aim:
To give the students the understanding, competencies and skills necessary to support the mathematical procedures encountered in the other modules of this programme.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Perform arithmetic calculations.
LO2
Manipulate algebraic expressions and transpose formulae.
LO3
Solve linear, quadratic and simultaneous equations.
LO4
Plot and interpret graphs of functions.
LO5
Perform mathematical computations of cross module context using computer applications.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Arithmetic
D.A.L calculator, Rules of precedence, Rules of indices, LCM and the HCF of whole numbers, Fractions
Basic Algebra
Manipulation and factorisation of algebraic expressions, Solution of simple, simultaneous and quadratic equations, Transposition of formulae, Ratios, proportions and percentages.
Graphs
Plotting graphs and interpretation of functions.
Computer Application
Use computer applications to solve engineering problems, plot graphs and perform mathematical computations.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
70.00%
Practical
30.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Examination
Several in-class and/or online tests.
1,2,3,4
70.00
Ongoing
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Several in-class and/or online tests.
1,2,3,4,5
30.00
Every Week
No End of Module Formal Examination
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Examination
Several in-class and/or online tests.
1,2,3,4
70.00
Ongoing
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Several in-class and/or online tests.
1,2,3,4,5
30.00
Every Week
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment