Engineering Maths 1A (H1033)
Engineering Maths 1A
Module H1033
Module details for 2021/22.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Library
Helping Engineers Learn Mathematics (HELM); helm@lboro.ac.uk
Bostock and Chandler, Pure Mathematics Volume 1, Nelson Thornes Ltd
Module Outline
Module Outline
The Engineering Maths 1A module is the first of two modules in Year 1, with Engineering Maths
1B taking place in the Spring semester. It builds on mathematics studied at GCSE and A level, or
equivalent, and is mostly revision of familiar topics, though for a few students some of the material
will be new. The aim of the module is to consolidate mathematical understanding and technical
proficiency in a range of areas, in order to form a sound basis for the mathematics relating to
engineering and physical processes in the modules to come.
Module Topics
Revision of exponential and logarithmic functions, and partial fractions; trigonometric identities
and their application to waves; complex numbers and the rules of complex algebra in Cartesian,
polar and exponential forms, De Moivre’s Theorem; basic concepts of vectors, scalar and vector
products, application of vectors to geometric problems involving lines and planes; matrix manipulation,
determinants and inverses, solution of simultaneous equations in matrix vector form,
Gaussian Elimination, Cramer’s Rule; differentiation from first principles, derivatives of functions
of a single variable (explicit, implicit and parametric), curvature and radius of curvature; partial
derivatives of functions of several variables, classification of stationary points; integration techniques
for indefinite and definite integrals, integration as the limit of a sum, mean value and root
mean square value of a function, arc length, volume, and surface area of revolution integrals
AHEP3 Learning Outcomes
SM1p SM2p SM3p SM2m SM5m SM6m EA1p EA2p EA3p EA4p EP1p EP2p EP1m EP2m
Module learning outcomes
Have a good capability to manipulate complicated algebraic expressions
Perform differential and integral calculus on a single variable
Manipulate complex numbers and have an appreciation of their applications in engineering analysis
Perform differential and integral calculus on more than one variable and have an appreciation of its applications in engineering analysis
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T1 Week 7 | 50.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 10 | 50.00% |
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 1 Assessment | 80.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 33333033333 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 01111011110 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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