Course Title: Engineering Mathematics

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Engineering Mathematics

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

MATH2393

City Campus

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2020,
Sem 2 2020,
Sem 2 2021,
Sem 1 2022,
Sem 2 2022,
Sem 1 2023,
Sem 2 2023,
Sem 1 2024,
Sem 2 2024

MATH2393

City Campus

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Internet

 Sem 1 2021

MATH2394

RMIT University Vietnam

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

 Viet1 2020,
Viet2 2020,
Viet1 2021,
Viet1 2022,
Viet2 2022,
Viet3 2022,
Viet1 2023,
Viet2 2023,
Viet3 2023,
Viet1 2024,
Viet3 2024

MATH2461

RMIT Vietnam Hanoi Campus

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

 Viet3 2023,
Viet3 2024

Course Coordinator: Kerri Morgan

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 0392

Course Coordinator Email: kerri.morgan@rmit.edu.au


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Assumed Knowledge

A combination of prior qualifications and experience equivalent to the prerequisites specified above.


Course Description

This course provides a broad introduction to the fundamental mathematical tools used by engineers. These include mathematical techniques such as single variable differentiation/integration and mathematical objects such as vectors, complex numbers and differential equations. The course builds on the foundations laid in secondary school mathematics and in turn helps to prepare students for more advanced mathematics in later study, and to give students the skills needed to understand the application of mathematics to engineering in real time. Topic areas include vectors, complex numbers, differentiation with applications, functions and their derivatives, methods of integration and their application, differential equations. 


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for BH126 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Engineering plans ending in P23 and specialising in:
Advanced Manufacturing & Mechatronic; Biomedical; Mechanical; Electronic and Computer Systems; Electrical; Sustainable Systems; Civil & Infrastructure; Aerospace; Chemical; and Environmental Engineering and associated double degrees:

PLO 1: Demonstrate an in-depth understanding and knowledge of fundamental engineering and scientific theories, principles and concepts and apply advanced technical knowledge in specialist domain of engineering.
PLO 2: Utilise mathematics and engineering fundamentals, software, tools and techniques to design engineering systems for complex engineering challenges.
PLO 4: Apply systematic problem solving, design methods and information and project management to propose and implement creative and sustainable solutions with intellectual independence and cultural sensitivity. 

This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for all other Bachelor of Engineering plans specialising in:
Advanced Manufacturing & Mechatronic; Biomedical; Mechanical; Electronic and Computer Systems; Electrical; Sustainable Systems; Civil & Infrastructure; Aerospace; Chemical; and Environmental Engineering and associated double degrees:

1 Knowledge and Skill Base
1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline; 
1.2 Conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline; 
1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline; 
Engineering Application Ability
2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving; 
Professional and Personal Attributes
3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. 

For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.


Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: 

  1. Identify the properties of the common mathematical functions (e.g., polynomial, exponential, hyperbolic, logarithmic, inverse trigonometric and inverse hyperbolic functions) to solve problems commonly found in engineering applications
  2. Utilise key mathematical functions of, and elementary properties of; vectors, complex numbers, calculus and differential equations to solve problems commonly found in engineering applications
  3. Make connections between problem solving using mathematical functions and techniques, and the process of creating solutions for engineering problems
  4. Analyse and solve practical engineering-related problems using functions and derivatives, vectors, complex numbers, integration, and differential equations
  5. Communicate the conclusions and mathematical evidence for solutions to engineering problems to a range of audiences using a variety of formats 


Overview of Learning Activities

Key concepts and their applications will be explained in online materials, and further explained and illustrated (with examples) in on-campus classes. The topic assessments and the authentic assessment will build your capacity to solve problems, encourage you to think critically and analytically and provide feedback on your academic progress. Practical assessments will consolidate your real-time problem-solving skills and knowledge of the topics presented in class. Set problems and self-help tutorial questions will provide a focus for private study. 

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course. 


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course. 

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1: Topic Assessments (5)
Weighting 50% 
This assessment supports CLOs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Assessment Task 2: On Campus Tests (2)
Weighting 40% 
This assessment task supports CLOs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Assessment Task 3: Problem Solving Practical
Weighting 10% 
This assessment task supports CLOs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.