Mathematics for Land Surveyors I (5 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course, the student has the basic mathematical and science skills needed to understand physical and chemical phenomena related to construction.

Content

The course
- covers typical expressions and equations appearing in physics, chemistry and other subjects related to the profession
- teaches quantities, units and unit conversions
- introduces basic concepts and properties of functions, as well as applications of functions in describing and analysing motion, for example
- prepares the students for interpreting and producing graphical presentations
- shows how to use the computer as an aid in calculations.
The specific content of the course depends on the degree programme.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student recognizes the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course, and can solve simple problems.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to simple scientific or technical problems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to more advanced scientific or technical problems.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student recognizes the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course, and can solve simple problems.