Module: Mathematical Concepts & Skills

Module Specifications.

Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title	Mathematical Concepts & Skills
Module Code	MS111 (ITS) / MTH1012 (Banner)
Faculty	Science & Health	School	Mathematical Sciences
Module Co-ordinator	Niamh O'Sullivan
Module Teachers	-
NFQ level	6	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	Not Available
Co-requisite	Not Available
Compatibles	Not Available
Incompatibles	Not Available

Repeat examination

Description

This module introduces students to core mathematical concepts and supports their development of proficiency in basic mathematical skills. The module focuses on the concepts of variable, equality, set, number, function, graph and logic, and introduces students to mathematical proofs.

Learning Outcomes

1. carry out algebraic manipulations proficiently in solving a selection of equations and inequalities and in determining the properties of a selection of functions;
2. demonstrate a working knowledge of key mathematical concepts (including variables, equations and equality, order and inequality, function, graph) in a variety of situations;
3. apply a selection of mathematical proof techniques;
4. solve problems relevant to the module content;
5. show how mathematical definitions are used in proofs and algorithms and use mathematical language correctly;
6. generate examples of the mathematical objects studied in the module.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	18	Lectures on course content
Group work	12	Weekly group-based workshop
Tutorial	6	Weekly tutorial
Independent Study	89	Independent study and revision
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Variables and equations

Numbers, absolute value and inequalities

Proof

Functions I: sets and mappings; functions

Circles and triangles

Functions II: graphs and the coordinate plane

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	30%	Examination Weight	70%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Performance evaluation	Weekly workshop with marks for participation	5%	Every Week
In Class Test	In Class Test	15%	Week 7
Assignment	n/a	10%	Week 8

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories: Resit category 1: A resit is available for both* components of the module. Resit category 2: No resit is available for a 100% continuous assessment module. Resit category 3: No resit is available for the continuous assessment component where there is a continuous assessment and examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a Continuous Assessment/Examination split; where the module is 100% continuous assessment, there will also be a resit of the assessment
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None