Study Guide

Objective

The student learns fundamental mathematical concepts, principles, tools and terminology to be applied in professional studies.

Content

- Basics of logic and set theory
- Expressions, equations, inequality
- Functions
- Geometry; 2D, 3D
- Trigonometry

Location and time

Autumn term 2024, Lapland University of Applied Sciences, Rantavitikka campus (Rovaniemi, Jokiväylä 11)

Materials

Study material is available as an eBook and on the Moodle learning platform.

Teaching methods

Lessons and exercises

Exam schedules

The number and date of exams will be agreed on during the course. Resit is possible by the end of the next term.

Completion alternatives

Studying independently is possible. All exercises must be returned in time to be evaluated.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student knows the concepts of algebra, geometry and trigonometry, and is able to solve basic problems.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student understands the concepts of algebra, geometry and trigonometry, and is able to solve varied problems related to applications of algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student understands the concepts of algebra, geometry and trigonometry, and is able to apply methods of algebra, geometry and trigonometry in solving and handling new types of problems.

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation is based on exercises and tests and/or exams . The emphasise on these will be agreed upon at the beginning of the course.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Student doesn't meet the basic requirements of grade 1.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student understands basic concepts of subject matter, such as basic calculus of fractions, powers, roots and polynomials. Student is capable of solving basic exercises such as linear equations and quadratic equations, and can solve a missing side and angle of a right triangle using trigonometry and Pythagorean Theorem.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Student understands more complicated concepts of subject matter, such as the properties of quadratic functions and solid geometry. Student is capable of solving versatile exercises such as factoring, inequalities and versatile geometrical problems. Student uses correct mathematical language and can create logical solutions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student is capable of applying concepts of subject matter to new problems and solve them in exact mathematical language.