Mathematics Support for Direct Entry (U04306)

? Credit Points : 0 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : MAT-2-MSDE

This course develops study skills in mathematics at University level. The course will cover strategies for problem solving for both computational and theoretical problems.

The course is aimed at direct entry students coming in to programmes which require second year mathematics service courses. The material covered aims to fill the gap between the direct entry qualifications and the first year service courses.

Entry Requirements

? This course is not available to visting students.

? Pre-requisites : Direct Entry students only

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Mathematics for Physical Science & Engineering, (School of Mathematics, Schedule P)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 2nd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
22/09/2008	10:00	10:50	Lecture Room 6324, JCMB	KB

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Tutorial	Monday	10:00	12:00	KB

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

1. An understanding of what is required to gain mastery of Mathematics at University second year level.

2. An understanding of the structure and process of Mathematics at University second year level.

3. Improved study skills in basic mathematical calculation and computation.