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Module Title	Accounting Mathematics 1
Module Code	MS144
School	School of Mathematical Sciences
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Module Co-ordinator	Prof John Carroll	Office Number	X139
Level	1	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None

Module Aims

To give students a working knowledge of matrices, linear systems and differential calculus.
To develop students' understanding and ability to use the concepts and techniques of mathematics.

Learning Outcomes

A firm understanding and ability to use mathematics in their work.
The development of students' analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Indicative Time Allowances
	Hours
Lectures	0
Tutorials	0
Laboratories	0
Seminars	0
Independent Learning Time	75

Total	75
Placements
Assignments

NOTE

Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.

Indicative Syllabus

Series: Arithmetic and geometric sequences and series. Application of geometric series to loan re-payments and investments.

Differential Calculus:

Limits and Continuity:

Differentiation from first principles: use of the product rule, quotient rule and chain rule.

Linear Systems: Row-echelon form and Gaussian elimination: inconsistent linear systems and systems with parametric solutions.

Eigenvalues & Eigenvectors:

Introduction to matrices: finding the determinant of 3 X 3 matrices: characteristic polynomials; finding eigenvalues and corresponding eigenvectors of 3 X 3 matrices.

Assessment
Continuous Assessment	20%	Examination Weight	80%

Indicative Reading List

Elementary Linear Algebra, H Anton, Wiley, 19947

Calculus, 2nd Edition, R L Finney and G.B Thomas, Addison-Wesley, 1994

Programme or List of Programmes

BA in Accounting & Finance

IFCAF

Int Foundation Cert (Accounting Finance)

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