School of Mathematics and Physics / Department of Foundational Mathematics
To give students a broad education in linear algebra_x000D_
To give students an appreciation of the application of linear algebra;_x000D_
To develop the students' ability to work independently and to acquire the skill of problem solving._x000D_
学分: 2
To give students a broad education in calculus and linear algebra, which include the topics usually covered in a course on single-variable calculus;_x000D_
To give students an appreciation of the application of mathematics to science and engineering;_x000D_
To develop the students' ability to work independently and to acquire the skill of problem solving._x000D_
学分: 2
To give students a broad education in linear algebra_x000D_
To give students an appreciation of the application of linear algebra;_x000D_
To develop the students' ability to work independently and to acquire the skill of problem solving._x000D_
学分: 2
To give students a broad education in linear algebra_x000D_
To give students an appreciation of the application of linear algebra;_x000D_
To develop the students' ability to work independently and to acquire the skill of problem solving._x000D_
To increase students ablility of learning academic contents in English _x000D_
学分: 2
To give students a broad education in calculus, which include the topics usually covered in a course on single-variable calculus;_x000D_
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To give students an appreciation of the application of mathematics to business, finance and social sciences;_x000D_
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To train the students' ability to work independently and to acquire the skill of problem solving._x000D_
学分: 2
This module is an optional module open to all Year 1 students in S1. It is designed to familiarise students with concepts in mathematical modelling, as well as related applied techniques in solving real-world problems. The aim of the module is to develop mathematical thinking and logical discursion abilities for students from all backgrounds.
学分: 2
This module is designed for non-local students who have a strong background in pre-calculus mathematics including algebra and functions._x000D_
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This module requires a comprehensive understanding of pre-calculus high school mathematics. Unlike MTH025/27, no significant amount of class time is spent on developing pre-calculus._x000D_
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The aims of the module are to:_x000D_
1. Develop an understanding and intuition for the concepts of limits, differentiation and integration;_x000D_
2. Build confidence in evaluating derivatives and integrals of polynomial, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions;_x000D_
3. Introduce advanced mathematical techniques to differentiate and integrate a wider range of complicated functions; _x000D_
4. Use calculus to solve linear first-order differential equations;_x000D_
5. Promote students’ ability to work independently and acquire problem solving skills._x000D_
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学分: 2
This module runs from Week 2 until Week 6 and is designed for non-local students who do not have the required background to undertake the MTH023 Calculus II module._x000D_
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Unlike MTH023, this module does not carry any prerequisites and is suitable for students who have not studied mathematics at the senior high school level._x000D_
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The aims of the module are to:_x000D_
1. Provide students with the necessary background in algebra and functions (not including trigonometric functions) to be able to comprehend the concepts and techniques required in differential and integral calculus;_x000D_
2. Promote students’ ability to work independently and acquire problem solving skills._x000D_
学分: 2
This module runs from Week 7 until Week 14 and is designed for non-local students who have completed MTH021 in the first half of semester 1. It introduces the basics of differential and integral calculus_x000D_
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The aims of the module are to:_x000D_
1. Develop an understanding and intuition for the concepts of limits, differentiation and integration;_x000D_
2. Develop ability and build confidence in evaluating derivatives and integrals of polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions (trigonometric functions are not included);_x000D_
3. Promote students’ ability to work independently and acquire problem solving skills.
学分: 2
To give students a broad education in calculus, which include the topics usually covered in a course on single-variable calculus;_x000D_
To give students a solid mathematical foundation for the modules in year two and above; _x000D_
To give students an appreciation of the applications of calculus in other fields of science;_x000D_
To develop the students' ability to work independently and to acquire the skill of problem solving._x000D_
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学分: 2