AM1S50 - Mathematics for Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineers 01 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | AM1S50 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Mathematics for Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineers | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Computing and Mathematical Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Mathematical Sciences | ||
| Module Leader: | Graeme Boswell | ||
| Module Team: | Stephanie Perkins, Nicholas Andrews, Robert Whittey, John Wyburn, Shauna Ford, Meinwen Taylor | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 101028 - engineering and industrial mathematics | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To provide students with confidence in mathematics
To demonstrate to students the relevance of mathematics in engineering
To allow students to solve problems using an appropriate software package
Content Summary
Basic algebra, graphs of functions, linear equations, polynomial equations, series.
Trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential and hyperbolic functions.
Matrices, Vectors and applications.
Complex Numbers, De Moivres theorem and applications.
Introduction to statistics. Elementary probability.
Differentiation of polynomial, logarithmic and exponential functions and of trigonometric and hyperbolic functions and their inverses.
Rules of differentiation. Applications of differentiation.
Introduction to integration. Integration by substitution and parts. Partial fractions. Numerical integration.
Analytical solution of first order ordinary differential equations and linear second order differential equations with constant coefficients.
This module will facilitate the development of Personal Development Planning through the delivery of the key skills identified below in the module descriptor.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 12 |
| Independent Study | 84 |
| Directed Study | 80 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate an understanding of the further mathematics needed for engineering |
| LO2 | Apply appropriate techniques to solve problems |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | 25% Practical Coursework 25% MATLAB Exercises | 0 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | Exam | 120 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |