Module Details

Module Code: MATH C2608
Module Title: Engineering Mathematics 4
Title: Engineering Mathematics 4
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Edmond Tobin
Domains:  
Module Description: To give the student sufficient mathematical knowledge to support the other modules of the course and provide a solid foundation for further studies
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Find the indefinite and definite integrals and apply integration in solving engineering-type problems
LO2 Perform operations on matrices and use matrices to solve systems of linear equations
LO3 Apply vector operations in an engineering context
LO4 Solve integration and matrix problems using computer programmes
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
Integration
Find the indefinite and definite integrals and apply integration in solving engineering-type problems
Matrices
Perform operations on matrices and use matrices to solve systems of linear equations
Vectors
Vectors in two and three dimensions Dot and cross products Engineering problems with vectors
Computer Application
Solve engineering problems, plot graphs and perform mathematical computations through software packages such as Python and/or Matlab
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment70.00%
Practical30.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 70
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Each student will be obliged to complete a continuous assessment program
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Use of software techniques to solve mathematical problems
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 No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Practicals Contact Use of coding techniques to solve mathematical problems 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 4.33 65
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Kuldeep Singh. Engineering Mathematics Through Applications, Palgrave McMillan.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Stroud. Engineering Mathematics, MacMillan.
  • Bird and May. Technician Mathematics 4 and 5, Longman.
  • Bird and May. Technician Mathematics 3, Longman.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: