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Orientation for Engineering Mathematics (3 cr)

Code: 5N00EG71-3052

General information


Enrolment period

01.07.2023 - 31.08.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 10.09.2023

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Mathematics and Physics

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Construction Engineering

Teachers

  • Ulla Miekkala

Person in charge

Ulla Miekkala

Groups

  • VAPAA

Objectives (course unit)

Student is able
-to operate with mathematical expressions related to technology
- to solve basic equations
-to formulate the mathematical model and solve the equations

Content (course unit)

Mathematical Notations, Unit Conversations. Mathematical Expressions. Solving Linear, Quadratic and Pair of equations. Percentages. Solving Right Triangle.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Student understands how to handle basic mathematical expressions and equations. He/She is able to solve simple applications that are similar to the problems solved during the course. Student takes care of his/her own studies and can cope with exercises with some help from the group.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

In addition, student is able to apply the course topics to technical problems. Student can also explain the methods of her/his solutions. Mathematical notations and concepts are mainly used correctly. Student is able to solve the given exercises independently and also helps other students in the group.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

In addition, student has an overall understanding of course topics. He/she can solve more demanding problems and has the ability to present and justify the chosen methods of solution. Mathematical notations and concepts are used precisely. Student is motivated and committed to help the group to manage the course.

Assessment scale

0-5