School of Computing and Mathematics  
 
 
MAT-10029 Mathematical Methods II  
Co-ordinator: Mr Neil Turner    Room: MAC2.18, Tel:733739  
Teaching Team:  
Level: 1 Credits: 15 Study Hours: 150  
School Office: Tel: 01782 733075
 
 
 
Programme/Approved Electives for

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description

This module continues from Mathematical Methods I and provides further techniques in calculus as well as an introduction to matrix and vector algebra. Topics will include matrix algebra, elementary row operations, solving linear equations, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalisation of matrices, three dimensional vector algebra and geometry, lines and planes, general vector algebra, linear independence and bases; double integration, first order differential equations: separable and linear equations, second order differential equations with constant coefficients.

Aims

The aim of this module is to build on the calculus techniques developed in Mathematical Methods I, and to introduce students to matrix and vector algebra.


Intended Learning Outcomes

Understand the fundamental concepts related to systems of linear equations, three dimensional vector geometry, double integration and differential equations.
Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2

Use their understanding of the relevant theory to solve problems and communicate their solutions accurately and reliably with structured and coherent arguments.
Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2

See how the theory they have developed in 2 and 3 dimensions may be extended to higher dimensions in subsequent modules.
Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2



Study hours

36 hours of lectures
12 hours Examples Classes
24 hours coursework preparation
78 hours private study


Description of Module Assessment

01: Coursework weighted 30%
Approximately 10 problem sheets set at weekly intervals plus credit for participation in Examples Classes


02: 2 Hour Unseen Exam weighted 70%
Two-hour end of module unseen examination



Version: (1.04S) Created: 04/Jun/2010

This document is the definitive current source of information about this module and supersedes any other information.