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Introduction to MathematicsLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: MA00CA09

Credits

5 op

Teaching language

  • Finnish

Objective

The students can solve basic mathematical calculations with real numbers, particularly percentage calculations. The students can solve both numerical and word problems as well as equations. The students know important key concepts of statistical analysis and can define the most common statistical indicators.

Content

The course reviews and deepens the basic concepts of percentage calculations, linear equations and statistical methods. During the course, the students learn to efficiently use the Excel program in mathematics.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and to put to use his/her knowledge and skills.

Timing

01.01.2025 - 17.04.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Teachers
  • Ville Arvio
Groups
  • MAVA24S1
    Korkeakouluopintoihin valmentava koulutus maahanmuuttaneille (MaVa)

Objectives

The students can solve basic mathematical calculations with real numbers, particularly percentage calculations. The students can solve both numerical and word problems as well as equations. The students know important key concepts of statistical analysis and can define the most common statistical indicators.

Content

The course reviews and deepens the basic concepts of percentage calculations, linear equations and statistical methods. During the course, the students learn to efficiently use the Excel program in mathematics.

Time and location

Kontaktiopetus 1 krt/vko kevätlukukauden ajan lähenä tai etänä. Lisäksi lähiopetuskertoja Jyväskylässä.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Jaetaan Moodle-oppimisympäristössä.

Teaching methods

Kontaktiopetus 1 krt/vko, pienryhmätyöskentely ja -tehtävät, itsenäinen opiskelu.

Opintojakson sisältöön kuuluu sekä korkeakouluopinnoissa tarvittavan matematiikan että suomen kielen oppimista sekä käyttämistä matematiikan kontekstissa.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Loppukoe opintojakson loppupuolella.

Student workload

5 op = keskimäärin 135 h opiskelua

Tarkempi ajankäyttö ja kuormittavuus esitellään opintojakson ensimmäisellä oppitunnilla ja julkaistaan Moodle-oppimisympäristössä.

Further information for students

Opintojakso arvioidaan palautettavien tehtävien, Moodle-testien, pienryhmätehtävien, projektitehtävän ja sen esityksen, sekä loppukokeen avulla.

Tarkempi opintojakson arviointi ja kurssitöiden pisteytys esitellään opintojakson ensimmäisellä oppitunnilla ja julkaistaan Moodle-oppimisympäristössä.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

Evaluation criteria, pass/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and to put to use his/her knowledge and skills.

Timing

04.03.2024 - 26.04.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

0 - 20

Teachers
  • Ida Arhosalo
  • Ville Arvio
Groups
  • MAVA23S1
    Korkeakouluopintoihin valmentava koulutus maahanmuuttajille (MaVa)

Objectives

The students can solve basic mathematical calculations with real numbers, particularly percentage calculations. The students can solve both numerical and word problems as well as equations. The students know important key concepts of statistical analysis and can define the most common statistical indicators.

Content

The course reviews and deepens the basic concepts of percentage calculations, linear equations and statistical methods. During the course, the students learn to efficiently use the Excel program in mathematics.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

Evaluation criteria, pass/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and to put to use his/her knowledge and skills.