This module builds on prior knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, and trigonometry. It will cover key areas of mathematics which are widely used throughout undergraduate university physics. In the first part it will look at functions, series, derivatives and integrals. In the second part it will look at vectors, matrices and complex numbers.
Total Contact Hours: 36
Total Private Study Hours: 114
Total Study Hours: 150
Not available at an elective module choice.
• Problem Set 1 (4 hours) – 15%
• Problem Set 2 (4 hours) – 15%
• Examination (2 hours) – 70%
Stroud, K., and Booth, D. (2020). Engineering Mathematics (Eighth Edition). London: Palgrave Macmillan
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of theorems in pure and applied mathematics which have relevance to the physical sciences.
2 Analyse mathematical problems and select appropriate mathematical theorems and techniques for their solution.
3 Correctly carry out algebraic manipulations, differentiate, and integrate, when solving mathematical problem.
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