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A first course in the methods and applications of engineering mathematics. Topics include calculus, linear algebra, and modelling techniques. This Course is designed for engineering students who have done well in NCEA Mathematics with calculus.
Contact person for this course: Phillipa GourdieA pass in EMTH118 allows entry into EMTH119 and also prepares students for ENGR102. Topics:Linear equations and matrices; functions, limits and continuity; vector geometry; differentiation; applications of differentiation; integration; and applications of integration, including an introduction to first order differential equations.
Students who have succeeded in this course will be able to:Define the key concepts in:• systems of linear equations• matrix algebra• functions and their inverses as the basis for mathematical models• functions and their graphs• vector geometry• single-variable calculusDescribe and interpret:• the connection between matrices and linear systems• solutions of linear systems geometrically, and in the context of engineering and modelling problems• the connection between differential and integral calculus• solutions of first order differential equations in engineering contexts• the description of lines and planes using vectorsUse techniques from the course to:• solve systems of linear equations by Gaussian elimination• evaluate limits of functions and solve continuity problems• use vector geometry to solve angle, distance, and intersection problems• find derivatives and use them in engineering and modelling applications• find integrals and use them in engineering and modelling applications• solve separable first order differential equationsIdentify the appropriate method of solution for problems in linear algebra and calculus.
1) MATH101, or2) NCEA 14 Credits (18 strongly recommended) at level 3 Mathematics (including the standards 'Apply differentiation methods in solving problems (91578)' and 'Apply integration methods in solving problems (91579)'), or3) Cambridge: D at A level or an A at AS level in Mathematics, or4) IB: 4 at HL or 5 at SL in Mathematics, or5) approval of the Head of School based on alternative prior learning.
MATH102, MATH108, MATH199
Brendan Creutz
Jeremy Booher and Phillipa Gourdie
Note: To pass this course you must obtain a final mark of at least 50% and obtain at least 40% in the final examination.
Stewart, James; Calculus : early transcendentals ; Eighth edition; Cengage Learning, 2016.
General information for students Library portal LEARN
Domestic fee $1,002.00
International fee $5,625.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Mathematics and Statistics .