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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
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Module Title Introductory Maths
Module Code PVS101
School School of Physical Sciences
Online Module Resources

Module TeacherJim Conway
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
This purpose of the module is to provide participants with a broad introduction to basic mathematical techniques. In this module students will develop knowledge and skills relating to the fundamental usefulness of numbers, equations and functions in inter-disciplinary areas.The course also aims to familiarise students with more advanced mathematical techniques and their use in the solution of applied problems. Students are expected to access all course material online, participate in online discussion groups where they can discuss the course material and set problems relating to the course material, and participate in various learning activities and continuous assessment tasks on a regular basis.

Learning Outcomes
1. Manipulate equations and functions and apply them to problem solving.
2. Solve trignometric problems
3. Apply the binomial theorem to the solution of basic problems.
4. Employ differential and integral calculus to solve applied problems.
5. Use matrix theory to solve linear systems of equations
6. Apply basic probability and statistical theory to the analysis of population and sample data.
7. Communicate mathematical concepts and methodologies to their peers.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Total Workload: 0

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Indicative syllabus.
Basic mathematical skills. Functions and Graphs. Logarithmic and exponential functions. Trigonometry. Permutations and combinations. Binomial theorem. Matrices. Determinants. Vectors. Differentiation & Integration. Probability and Statistics..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Computerised test/examOnline quiz based on multichoice, matching, short answer and numerical calculation problems.8%Week 3
EssayAssignment consisting of mathematical problem solving.8%Week 4
Computerised test/examOnline quiz based on multichoice, matching, short answer and numerical calculation problems.9%Week 6
EssayAssignment consisting of mathematical problem solving9%Week 6
Performance evaluationon-line discussion forum16%Every Week
Non-DCU examFinal test based on all course material.50%Week 8
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1
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