Math2 Functions (3 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Content scheduling

A detailed schedule will be available in the e-learning environment when the course starts.

Objective

Course purpose

During this course you will expand the range of mathematical tools needed in your studies in the field of technology by studying the notion of a function and the use of functions in modelling different phenomena.

Course competences

EUR-ACE: Knowledge and understanding 
You have the knowledge and understanding of mathematics and other basic sciences underlying your engineering specialisation, at a level necessary to achieve the other programme learning outcomes.

Learning outcomes

After completing this course you know the notion of a function, recognise the type of a given function and understand the properties of different kinds of functions.

Content

In this course, you will expand your range of mathematical tools by learning about the concept of functions and the use of different types of functions to model engineering phenomena. You will understand the concept of a function, identify different types of functions and their properties. You will learn how to use equations to consider functions and how to use different types of functions to model simple engineering phenomena. This course will give you a strong basis for applying mathematical methods in engineering.

- The notion of a function and the notation related to functions
- Logarithmic functions and equations
- Exponential functions and equations
- Trigonometric functions: the sine curve
- The use of functions in modelling
- Piecewise defined functions
- Combined functions
- Inverse functions
- Limit of a function

Location and time

The course is implemented 01.05.2023 - 31.08.2023.

Materials

Videos and written material in e-learning environment Moodle.

Recommended literature (in Finnish):
- Alestalo, Lehtola, Nieminen, Rantakaulio: Tekninen matematiikka 1
- Henttonen, Oinonen, Uusitalo: Tekniikan matematiikka 1

Teaching methods

Independent studying with videos, written learning material and exercises.

Exam schedules

Exam dates will be published in Moodle at the beginning of the implementation.

Completion alternatives

Face-to-face, hybrid or online implementation in autumn 2023 or spring 2024.

Student workload

Calculatory workload:
27 h/op * 3op = 81 h

Of this approximately
- 32 h of studying the material
- 45 h of exercises
- 4 h for exams.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Grade 1

You understand the notion of function and the notation related to functions. You recognise basic elementary functions. You are able to analyze functions with the help of information technology. You can solve basic tasks by using a model.

Grade 2

You understand the notion of function and the notation related to functions. You recognise basic elementary functions. You know basic properties of different types of functions. You are able to independently solve basic tasks. Your use of notation is dubious.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Grade 3

You understand the notion of function and the notation related to functions. You can analyze the graph of a function by inspecting the expression of the function and draw the graph without information technology. You are able to solve necessary function-related equations and model simple problems with functions.

Grade 4

You are able to analyze the properties of different types of functions also when the functions expressions contains parameters. Your notation is clear and valid. You solve function-related equations validly. You are able to model phenomena with functions, but you apply your knowledge uncertainly in new situations.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Grade 5

You are able to analyze the properties of different types of functions also when the functions expressions contains parameters. Your notation is precise. You solve function-related equations validly. You are able to model phenomena with functions and apply your knowledge in new situations.

Qualifications

You are able to simplify polynomial and rational expressions. You understand the notion of an equation and common principles to solve equations.

Further information

Summative assessment is based on a two-part final exam in which you can participate at Rajakatu campus or online.