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Module Title	LC Fundamental Mathematics
School	Chemistry
Department	Chemistry
Module Code	03 29226
Module Lead	Dr Ian Shannon
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	0
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
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Description	This module introduces Chemistry students to a number of important mathematical techniques and principles. The material presented is delivered within a chemical sciences/chemistry context, i.e. with special emphasis placed on its relevance to students of Chemistry and its application to chemical sciences/chemistry problems. The topics to be covered include: Basic number manipulation and algebra; trigonometry, graphs and equation solving; logs, exponentials and powers; statistics and errors; differentiation and integration; complex numbers; matrices.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Apply a number of fundamental mathematical skills and techniques to the solution of problems; Apply a number of fundamental mathematical skills and techniques to the solution of chemical problems, or to the solution of problems relevant to chemistry; Extend their working knowledge of selected mathematical techniques through Chemistry based modules; Apply their focused mathematical skills with confidence.
Assessment	29226-01 : Exam : Exam (School Arranged) - Computer-based (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: The assessment for the module will compromise only of individual assessments at the end of each unit; there will be no end-of-year examination. At the end of each unit students will be required to complete an online MapleTA assessment that will assess their knowledge, understanding and application. To successfully complete the module, students must successfully complete all individual units Reassessment: Students who fail any of the MapleTA assessments will be required to meet with the module leader to discuss where additional support is required. A reassessment opportunity, via MapleTA, will be provided in Semester 2.
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