Module Overview

Engineering Mathematics 3

This module covers vectors, matrices and the Binomial, Poisson and Normal probability distributions.

Module Code

MATH 2201

ECTS Credits

5

*Curricular information is subject to change

Vectors in 2 and 3 dimensions: basis vectors, vector sum, scalar and vector products, scalar and vector triple products, applications

Matrix algebra, determinants, eigenvectors, the cofactor matrix method for inverting a matrix, solving systems of linear equations, the matrix of a linear transformation.

Binomial, Poisson and Normal probability distributions and their applications.

Instruction will consist of lectures and supporting tutorials each week. The emphasis of course delivery will be ‘hands-on’ problem solving.

Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown %
Formal Examination80
Other Assessment(s)20