2019/20 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
LLLC0141 Applied Maths for Biologists and Chemists (1)
15 creditsClass Size: 40
Module manager: Sheryl Meskin
Email: s.a.meskin@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2019/20
This module is mutually exclusive with
| LLLC0132 | Applied Maths for Engineers and Physicists (1) |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
To introduce students to:--The mathematical methods within algebra and trigonometry which are the foundation of mathematics for scientists
-Statistical operations
Learning outcomes
-The mathematical methods within algebra and trigonometry, which are the foundations of mathematics for scientists.
-Basic rules, definitions and axioms, to enable students to build a working toolbox of mathematical techniques, concepts and facts for solving problems in pre-calculus mathematics.
-The use of basic statistical methods to explain, justify and predict from data sets
-The relevance of mathematical methods and applications to Biological Sciences and Chemistry.
-How to select and apply appropriate mathematical methods to solve abstract and real-world problems.
-How to manipulate mathematical expressions, set up and solve equations and construct simple proofs.
Skills outcomes
-Select and apply appropriate mathematical methods to solve abstract and real-world problems.
-Show confidence in manipulating mathematical expressions, setting up and solving equations and constructing simple proofs.
Syllabus
Revision of basic arithmetic, algebra, equations and Pythagoras theorem. Manipulation of Surds; use and conversion of units; Co-ordinate geometry of the straight line; gradients, lengths and perpendicularity; Solution of equations by graphs; Trigonometry, Sin, Cos, Tan and their graphs; Collecting and recording data, measures of spread and central tendency; Probability and probability laws - addition and multiplication; Mean, mode, median.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Workshop | 20 | 1.00 | 20.00 |
| Lecture | 20 | 2.00 | 40.00 |
| Independent online learning hours | 11.00 | ||
| Private study hours | 79.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 60.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 | ||
Private study
Independent on-line learning:Using VLE resources 11
Private study:
Reading 10
Working example problems 19
Preparing coursework 30
Revision for examinations 20
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Weekly / online resources; reflection with exam wrapper activities (formative); problem sets and coursework.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Assignment | 5 x 2 hour problem sets | 20.00 |
| In-course Assessment | 1 x 40 minute in-course exam | 10.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 30.00 | |
Resits are not available for individual coursework elements in the module. Attendance is required for coursework elements which are linked to an assessment available only at that specific time, such as fieldwork, lab reports on specific labs, and midterms.
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2 hr | 70.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 70.00 | |
Resits for the exam component of the module will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt during the July Resit period in most cases or during the next available opportunity. In order to receive credit for a module BOTH the coursework and exam components should be a pass.
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 12/12/2018 10:48:53
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