MS0S09 - Foundations of Mathematics for Computing 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 3
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | MS0S09 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Foundations of Mathematics for Computing | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Computing and Mathematics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Maths | ||
| Module Leader: | Stephanie Perkins | ||
| Module Team: | Iain Shewring, Adam Jones, Jennifer Whewell, Hannah Seale | ||
| First Intended Intake: | Final Year of Intake: | ||
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 3 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100403 - mathematics | 100406 - statistics | |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 70 | 30 | |
Document Version Information
| Version | 3 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To provide students with confidence in applying basic numeracy, algebra and mathematical methods. To provide students with examples of applications in mathematics relevant to computing
Content Summary
Arithmetic - precedence, negative numbers, fractions and decimals, significant figures and decimal places, scientific notation. Algebraic expressions - introduction to algebra, simplification, manipulation and expansion of brackets, factorisation, simple inequalities, introduction to indices. Solving equations: solution of linear equations, evaluation and transposition of formulae, solution of two simultaneous linear equations. Graphs - understanding graphs, formula for a straight line, inequalities on graphs. Introduction to functions - evaluation of functions, graphs of functions, inverses. Introduction to sets - complement, union and intersection, Venn diagrams. Solution of quadratic equations - factorisation, quadratic formula. Logarithms and exponentials - laws of indices, laws of logarithms, solution of equations involving logarithmic and exponential expressions, growth and decay curves. Series - Sigma notation, arithmetic and geometric progressions. Geometry - area, angles, perimeters, Pythagoras’ theorem. Trigonometry - basic trigonometric functions, inverse trigonometric functions, Sine and Cosine rules, graphs of trigonometric functions, period, frequency, wavelength and phase angle.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 72 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Apply a range of basic mathematical techniques, and interpret the solutions appropriately. |
| LO2 | To understand the basic mathematics behind applications in computing and to be able to identify and perform relevant mathematical techniques appropriately. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | Set of two excercises | 0 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 2 | Test | 30 | N/A | 25 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | Test | 30 | N/A | 25 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |