Science and Engineering Mathematics 1B module (EG12003)
Gain the mathematical skills and knowledge needed to handle an engineering degree course and increase your confidence in using and understanding mathematics.
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Credits
20
Module code
EG12003
Mathematics provides a means of describing, understanding, and solving a problem regardless of the field of engineering that you are studying.
This module will provide you with the mathematical skills and knowledge needed to complete an engineering degree. It also aims to increase confidence in using and understanding mathematics, while building on and advancing the skills acquired in the previous semester.
What you will learn
In this module, you will:
develop further knowledge of trigonometry
develop a more advanced understanding of algebra
extend your skills in working with calculus and learn how these can be applied to common engineering tasks
learn about how to work with plane geometry and three-dimensional geometry using mathematics
explore logarithms and exponentials
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
confidently rearrange advanced algebra equations
solve advanced problems in trigonometry
confidently describe and solve problems involving geometry in three dimensions
differentiate and integrate to a level widely applicable to design and analysis within engineering