The module forms an introduction to the mathematical skills needed for the Data Science and Analytics course. The syllabus initially covers the basic mathematics of number work, equations and graph work to ensure that all students have acquired basic skills before proceeding on to more advanced topics. The syllabus then expands to cover calculus, further algebra and series, with lectures developing in range and content. The associated work in classes develops the skills used to solve relevant problems, until the student is handling questions involving a broad spectrum of mathematical knowledge and skill.
Module Aims
- To ensure that students from a wide range of educational backgrounds have a broad understanding of basic mathematical skills.
- To develop the ability to acquire knowledge and skills from lectures, from text books and class work exercises, and from the application of theory to a range of weekly coursework material.
- To develop students' ability to use these skills in their course.
- To equip students with the mathematical techniques needed to solve problems and to clearly structure their solutions and conclusions.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module a student is expected to be able to demonstrate:
1. Knowledge of the basic mathematical techniques of algebra.
2. Knowledge of calculus and an understanding of the methods of differentiation and integration when applied to a range of functions.
3. An ability to analyse a problem and to choose the most suitable method for its solution.
4. An ability to work well under examination conditions.
5. An ability to absorb and retain concepts.
6. An ability to clearly communicate knowledge without immediate recourse to source material.
Syllabus
Numberwork
Algebra
Coordinate Geometry
Further Algebra
Calculus
Differentiation
Calculuc integration
Series
Set theory
Probability and statistics
Assessment
100% exam
Pass mark: 40%
Assessment details
A two-hour exam during the Summer Examination period.
Non-assessed coursework: weekly homework is set, marked and returned with feedback.
Module Aims
- To ensure that students from a wide range of educational backgrounds have a broad understanding of basic mathematical skills.
- To develop the ability to acquire knowledge and skills from lectures, from text books and class work exercises, and from the application of theory to a range of weekly coursework material.
- To develop students' ability to use these skills in their course.
- To equip students with the mathematical techniques needed to solve problems and to clearly structure their solutions and conclusions.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module a student is expected to be able to demonstrate:
1. Knowledge of the basic mathematical techniques of algebra.
2. Knowledge of calculus and an understanding of the methods of differentiation and integration when applied to a range of functions.
3. An ability to analyse a problem and to choose the most suitable method for its solution.
4. An ability to work well under examination conditions.
5. An ability to absorb and retain concepts.
6. An ability to clearly communicate knowledge without immediate recourse to source material.
Syllabus
Numberwork
Algebra
Coordinate Geometry
Further Algebra
Calculus
Differentiation
Calculuc integration
Series
Set theory
Probability and statistics
Assessment
100% exam
Pass mark: 40%
Assessment details
A two-hour exam during the Summer Examination period.
Non-assessed coursework: weekly homework is set, marked and returned with feedback.