Module Details

Module Code: MATH C1612
Module Title: Mathematics and Computer Applications 2
Title: Mathematics and Computer Applications 2
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Frances Hardiman
Module Author:: Mark Wylie
Domains:  
Module Description: To give the students the knowledge, 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 will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Solve problems using complex numbers and apply De Moivre’s theorem.
LO2 Apply appropriate rules and methods to differentiate various functions and solve calculus problems
LO3 Express and solve mathematical problems using a numerical computation environment
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Complex Numbers
• Represent complex numbers in Cartesian and polar form Convert from one form to the other Understand phasors Add, subtract, multiply and divide complex numbers in Cartesian form Multiply and divide complex numbers in polar Use De Moivre’s Theorem for powers and roots of complex numbers
Differential Calculus
Evaluate simple limits Differentiate simple polynomial functions from first principles Differentiate by rule algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions using chain, product and quotient rules Apply the derivative as a rate of change and as the slope of the tangent to a curve
Numerical Computation
Express and solve mathematical and engineering problems in a computational environment. Plot and analyse graphs.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment20.00%
Practical40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination40.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A range of continuous assessments will be carried out throughout the term
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A range of laboratory exercises and assessments will be carried out throughout the term
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A final exam will be carried out at the end of term

Part Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes  
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A range of continuous assessments will be carried out throughout the term
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A range of laboratory exercises and assessments will be carried out throughout the term
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes  
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A final exam will be carried out at the end of term
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.
Reassessment Description
A repeat mechanism will be available in the Autumn in line with the Institute's policy

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Laboratory Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • (2017), Engineering Mathematics, 8. [ISBN: 9781138673595].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • https://www.wolframalpha.com/examples/ma thematics/. Websites.
  • http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/students/cou rses/.
  • http://www.personal.soton.ac.uk/jav/soto n/HELM/helm_workbooks.html.
  • http://www.mathtutor.ac.uk.
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