2008/09 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
MATH0360 Introduction to Applied Mathematics 1
10 creditsClass Size: 250
Module manager: Dr O. Harlen
Email: oliver@maths.leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2008/09
Pre-requisite qualifications
GCSE Mathematics, or equivalent.This module is approved as an Elective
Module summary
A basic Applied Maths course for students who have not done A-level Mathematics This is an introductory course in mechanics which explains how to describe the forces and bending moments in simple structures using the techniques of vectors. An elementary background in mathematics is required to take this course but no previous knowledge of mechanics will be assumed. The emphasis in teaching this course is on solving examples rather than on the theory.Objectives
To introduce the concepts of forces and couples as vectors, the techniques of resolving forces and taking moments about a given axis, methods of reduction of a system of planar forces to a force and a couple. On completion of this module, students should be able to: (a) work comfortably with vectors using vector algebra; (b) calculate equations of lines and planes and use them e.g. to find points/lines of intersection; (c) solve simple problems in statics using moments, forces, conditions of equilibrium and centre of mass.Syllabus
Vector algebra; parallelogram law of addition, unit vectors i, j, k, components, unit vectors and direction cosines. Scalar and vector products with applications to the geometry of straight lines and planes. Notion of force, gravitation and weight. Composition and resolution of forces at a point. Moment of a force, couple. Reduction of a force system to single force and couple. Equilibrium of bodies acted on by system of forces. Centre of mass.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Example Class | 11 | 1.00 | 11.00 |
| Lecture | 22 | 1.00 | 22.00 |
| Private study hours | 67.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 33.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 | ||
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| In-course Assessment | coursework | 15.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 15.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2 hr | 85.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 85.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 27/04/2009
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