Geometry and Vector Algebra (3cr)
Code: 5N00EK25-3001
General information
- Enrolment period
- 10.06.2019 - 01.09.2019
- Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
- 30.09.2019 - 08.11.2019
- Implementation has ended.
- Credits
- 3 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Contact learning
- Unit
- Environmental Engineering
- Campus
- TAMK Main Campus
- Teaching languages
- English
- Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Engineering
Objectives (course unit)
After completing this course student is able to understand basic terminology of geometry, solve a scalene triangle, calculate areas and volumes of two- and three-dimensional objects, determine the center of mass of a plane region, perform basic vector calculations, apply vectors to technical problems, and perform calculations with complex numbers.
Content (course unit)
Terminology of Geometry, Solving a Scalene Triangle, Areas and Volumes, Center of Mass of a Plane Region, Similarity, Scale, Vectors and Applications, Complex Numbers
Prerequisites (course unit)
Orientation for engineering mathematics or similar skills.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
Student understands the basic concepts of geometry and vector calculations and is able to solve simple applications that are similar to the model problems solved during the course.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
In addition, student is able to solve basic geometrical problems and knows how to apply vectors to technical problems. Student is also able to explain the methods of her/his solutions.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
In addition, student has an overall understanding of using course topics to solve various applications and the ability to present and justify the chosen methods of solution.
Location and time
All dates and places can be found on the Tabula page of the course (tabula.tamk.fi)
Exam schedules
Exam: on 17th of November 2019
Re exams: on 11th of December 2019 and 15th of January 2020. Enrollment in Pakki.
Assessment methods and criteria
Grading (0-5) is based on weekly exercises and final exam. Maximum score for the exam is 36 points, and additional points (max 3) are awarded for completing weekly homework exercises. To pass the course a student has to get at least 12 points in the exam.
Assessment scale
0-5
Teaching methods
lectures,
guided exercises
collaborative learning
homework
exam
Learning materials
All study material will be available on the Tabula page of the course (tabula.tamk.fi) in pdf format.
Student workload
Total work 81 hours.
lectures + guided exercises + collaborative learning 33 hours, exam 3 hours, rest 45 hours independent studying
Content scheduling
Contents and corresponding dates can be found on Tabula.
Completion alternatives
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Practical training and working life cooperation
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International connections
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Further information
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Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
Student doesn't pass the final exam.
Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
Understanding of basic concepts.
Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
Understanding of advanced concepts and ability to apply them in basic technical problems.
Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
Ability to apply course topics in advanced problems.