Basic studies in mathematics (3 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

Student is able to - calculate and simulate mathematical expressions - solve geometric and trigonometric problems - knows bacis of vectors in plane

Prerequisites (course unit)

Johdatus matematiikkaan (Introduction to mathematics) or corresponding knowledge from expressions, unit transformation, equations, and system of two equations.

Assessment methods and criteria

Exercises and an applied test.

Assessment scale

1-5

Teaching methods

Self-paced online course. Automatically checked assignments award points to complete the course. Assignments alone can pass the course, but higher grades require participation in an applied exam.

Learning materials

All material is available in moodle.

Content scheduling

- Percentages, polynomial equations (1. and 2. degree), systems of two linear equations: word problems - Basics of trigonometry (right-angled triangle, non-right angled triangle, unit circle) - Geometry in plain - Vectors in plain Review on topics of Johdatus matematiikkaan (Introduction to mathematics), if needed.

International connections

The course is studied with material in moodle.

Further information

Johdatus matematiikkaan (Introduction to mathematics) or corresponding knowledge from expressions, unit transformation, equations, and system of two equations.