Introduction to Mathematics in Health Care and Social Services (5 cr)
Code: XX00EA43-3006
General information
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 31.12.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 29.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health Care
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
1 - 30
Degree programmes
- Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care
Teachers
- Tiia Ylhäinen-Holstila
- Päivi Leskinen
Teacher in charge
Päivi Leskinen
Groups
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MS11C23SKorkeakouluopintoihin valmentava koulutus maahanmuuttajille, sosiaali- ja terveysala
Objective
The students have a good command of basic calculations, unit conversions and essential procedures of calculations. The students know how to correctly interpret mathematical word problems in health care and social services. The students develop their mathematical skills and know how to use various means to alleviate calculation processes and to confirm their correct results.
Content
The course includes unit conversions, different procedures of calculations and estimations of size range. The course introduces important key concepts of mathematics in the field of health care and social services, e.g. concentration and proportionality.
Materials
Materials in Moodle
Teaching methods
Distance lectures, remote exercises, homework, independent training, learning diary .
Evaluation scale
0-5
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.
Assessment methods and criteria
Math exam, homeworks, Finnish