Module Details

Module Code: MATH C1605
Module Title: Engineering Mathematics 1
Title: Engineering Mathematics 1
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Edmond Tobin
Domains:  
Module Description: 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 will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
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.
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
None
 
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.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment70.00%
Practical30.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 70
Timing Ongoing Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Several in-class and/or online tests.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Several in-class and/or online tests.
No End of Module Formal Examination

Part Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 70
Timing Ongoing Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Several in-class and/or online tests.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Several in-class and/or online tests.
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.

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 Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Practicals Contact Computer applications lab 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 4.33 65
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • John Bird. Basic Engineering Mathematics, [ISBN: 1138673706].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: