MATH06071 2013 MATHEMATICS FOR SCIENCE 1
Full Title
MATHEMATICS FOR SCIENCE 1
Transcript Title
MATHEMATICS 1
Code
MATH06071
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
MATH - Mathematics
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2013 - Full Academic Year 2013-14
End Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
Author(s)
David Doyle
Programme Membership
SG_SPHAR_C06 201300 Higher Certificate in Science in Pharmaceutical Science
SG_SENER_B07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Energy, Sustainability
SG_SOCCU_G07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety & Health
SG_SOCCU_H08 201400 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational Safety and Health
SG_SAGRI_G06 000000 Higher Certificate in Science in Agri-Food Science
SG_SOCCU_B07 201600 Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health
SG_SHEAL_H08 201600 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science in Health Science and Physical Activity
SG_SSCIE_H08 201600 Bachelor of Science (Honours)
SG_SSCIE_C06 201600 Higher Certificate in Science
SG_SSCIE_H08 201700 Bachelor of Science (Honours)
SG_SHUMA_H08 201700 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Human Nutrition
SG_SHUMA_B07 201700 Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition
SG_SSCIE_C06 201700 Higher Certificate in Science
SG_SHUMA_B07 201800 Bachelor of Science in Science in Human Nutrition
SG_SAGRI_B07 201800 Bachelor of Science in Science in Agri-Food Science
SG_SAGRI_H08 201800 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science in Agri-Food Science
Description
The fundamentals of scientific mathematics are revised in this module.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Perform calculations involving basic operations without a calculator.
2.
Manipulate mathematical expressions correctly.
3.
Plot linear and quadratic curves and analyse these graphs mathematically.
4.
Use scientific notation, SI units and dimensional analysis to express scientific values correctly.
5.
Solve and evaluate linear, quadratic and simultaneous equations.
6.
Communicate mathematical data individually and in teams in an appropriate format.
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Incompatibles
None
Indicative Syllabus
Basic Operations
Decimals, Ratios & Percentages
Solutions & Dilutions
Formula Manipulation
Scientific Notation and SI Units
Plotting Graphs
Length, Area & Volume
Solving equations
Trigonometry
Logarithms
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
65 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
35 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The students partake in a weekly maths practical in which they are given 20-30 questions relating to the current lecture topic. This is a group work environment, the students are encouraged to work together to solving the problems. Three staff members are also present in a tutorial role only. | Formative | UNKNOWN | - % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| 2 | CA tests every two weeks based on the material covered in the previous practicals. Six exams in total. | Continuous Assessment | UNKNOWN | 60 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| 3 | Practical books - books are checked at random and students encouraged to keep them up to date. | Formative | UNKNOWN | - % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| 4 | Practical Book - Students are marked on the quality of their practical work during the module. | Continuous Assessment | UNKNOWN | 5 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final exam. | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 35 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Practical | Flat Classroom | Laboratory Practical | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Self Study | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Foundation Mathematics - Anthony Croft and Robert Davison - Pearson Press.
Other Resources
www.mathtutor.ac.uk online videos and tutorials relating to many topics on the module.
Additional Information
None