EPMATH153
10 units
level
Course handbook
Description
This course prepares students for the commencement of undergraduate study in those courses that require a sound knowledge of mathematical principles. The depth and content of the course is similar to HSC 2 unit Mathematics. The course covers number systems, basic algebra, simultaneous and quadratic equations, functions and graphs, sequences and series. The course aims to develop the algebraic and graphical skills necessary for calculus.Recommended for degrees in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Surveying and Biotechnology.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Online
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Explain the different number systems and how they are used within various scientific disciplines
2. Use algebraic skills to solve real world problems
3. Use graphical skills to solve real world problems
4. Communicate mathematics in oral and written forms
5. Determine the correct use of mathematical notation
6. Formulate and solve real world problems in the language of mathematics
Content
The course covers:
- number systems: natural numbers, rationals, intergers, surds and real numbers.
- basic algebra: expanding, factoring, simplifying, solving equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, simultaneous equations.
- curve sketching lines, circles, parabolas, hyperbolae, ellipses, polynomials, rational functions.
- sequences and series: arithmetic and geometric progressions.
Requisite
You cannot enrol in this course if you have successfully completed or are enrolled in EPMATH124, EPMATH134, EPMATH135, EPMATH302, EPMATH303 or EPMATH309.
Assessment items
Essay: Minor Essay
Written Assignment: Weekly Assignments
Quiz: Weekly Quizzes
Formal Examination: Final Examination
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 2
Semester 1 - 2024 - Online
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Self-Directed 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
- Self-Directed learning is equivalent to face-to-face contact hours. It involves engagement with course materials that are delivered at a time that suits you via short videos, course notes, podcasts, readings and other activities.
Tutorial-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- EPMATH153 - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 278.8 KB)
- EPMATH153 - Semester 1, 2024 (Online) (PDF, 279.3 KB)
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