This mathematics component develops the learners mathematics knowledge into a solid foundation on which to develop the competence and skills necessary to tackle the higher mathematics encountered in the study of Civil and Structural engineering.
The computing component builds upon the previous computing knowledge to enhance the learners numerical and problem solving skills using spreadsheets.
Mathematics:
- Differentiation and its applications.
- Partial Differentiation and its applications.
- Matrices: Matrix operations; Determinants; Methods for finding the inverse of a matrix; Elementary row operations. Gaussian Elimination.
- Analysis and presentation of data, measures of central tendency and dispersion. Simple probability.
Computing:
- Numerical Methods - Numerical Differentiation & Numerical Integrations; Engineering Applications
- Matrix Operations - Matrix Manipulations; Vectors, Matrices and Arrays; Solving Systems of Linear Equations. Engineering Applications.
Mathematics:
Instruction will consist of lectures and a tutorial. The emphasis of course delivery will be ‘hands-on’ problem solving.
Computing:
The laboratory provides an environment for the learner to develop, experiment with and explore the various techniques and principles in the module. Outside work will be necessary as laboratory exercises may require more than the time allocated for the laboratory session to complete.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 55 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 45 |