2013/14 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
PEME1050 Foundation Mathematics
10 creditsClass Size: 100
Module manager: Dr J E J Staggs
Email: j.e.j.staggs@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2013/14
Pre-requisite qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in mathematicsModule replaces
PREN1050 Foundation MathematicsThis module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module, students without A level mathematics (or equivalent) should have a key set of skills to enable their learning in future teaching of additional mathematics or in modules with significant mathematical skills requirements.Syllabus
Basic algebra: algebraic fractions, rearranging expressions; straight lines, quadratic equations, trigonometry: trigonometric ratios, sine & cosine rules, the circular functions; exponential & logarithmic functions, differential calculus: first principles, product rule, quotient rule, chain rule, the second derivative, stationary points; an introduction to definite & indefinite integration.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Class tests, exams and assessment | 4 | 1.00 | 4.00 |
| Lecture | 28 | 1.00 | 28.00 |
| Independent online learning hours | 12.00 | ||
| Private study hours | 56.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 32.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 | ||
Private study
Review of lectures (28 hours)Problem/example sheets (22 hours)
Revision for open book exam (6 hours)
Using web resources such as www.bbc.co.uk/asguru to practice techniques and solve problems (12 hours)
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Two mock open-book exams (40 minutes each) regularly spaced through the semester, preceding the main open-book exams. Also the main open book exams themselves. Class examples and problems sessions. Access to lecturer throughout the semester (via appointment) in either small groups or individually.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| In-course Assessment | Open Book Examination | 40.00 |
| In-course Assessment | Closed Book Examination | 60.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
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: 11/03/2015
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