Engineering Mathematics 2 (5 cr)

Objective

After completing the course the student
• is familiar with the concept of mathematical function and knows the most important functions
• is able to use differential calculus in their subsequent studies in physics and professional studies.

Content

• Functions
• Differential calculus and introduction to integral calculus

Materials

Lecture notes/slides shared in Oma-workspace
Additional reading (not mandatory): Engineering Mathematics by John Bird, also shared in Oma

Teaching methods

Lectures 4 hours/week
Individual study

Student workload

Lectures and tests 4 hours/week
Individual study approximately 4-5 hours/week

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course to a satisfactory level
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise
• has completed the learning tasks required for the course to the minimum standard
• has developed their competences in such a way that they will be able to complete their future professional studies and eventually work in the field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course well, although there are still areas where knowledge and skills need to be improved
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a satisfactory or good level
• has a good understanding of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course and is able to carry out a reasoned analysis
• is able to apply what they have learned in learning and working situations
• understands the importance of expertise in the field and is able to analyse their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a good or excellent level
• has an excellent command of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course
• is able to analyse clearly and reasonably and propose practical development measures
• has a good ability to apply what they have learned in learning and working situations
• is able to analyse their expertise in their field and their own development towards expertise.

Assessment methods and criteria

Maximum points 50. Point limits:

Points --------------------- Grade

0-20 ---------------------------- 0
21-26 --------------------------- 1
27-32 --------------------------- 2
33-38 --------------------------- 3
39-44 -------------------------- 4
45-50 --------------------------- 5