| CODE | IFS0016 | ||||||||||||
| TITLE | Shape, Space and Measures | ||||||||||||
| UM LEVEL | 00 - Mod Pre-Tert, Foundation, Proficiency & DegreePlus | ||||||||||||
| MQF LEVEL | 3 | ||||||||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 5 | ||||||||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Science | ||||||||||||
| DESCRIPTION | This study-unit introduces mathematical concepts to provide an introduction to two dimensional coordinate geometry, constructions, transformations and trigonometry. The tools and techniques developed in this study-unit will enable the students to formulate a mathematical representation of a real life situation and to solve it by using rigorous methods and procedures. Study-Unit Aims: - A review of the mathematical techniques and topics covered at a lower level and the consolidation of this knowledge; - A review of trigonometric ratios; - An introductory overview to trigonometric functions; - A review of the Cartesian coordinate system and an extension of this through an elementary treatment of lines, circles and curves; - An outline of the applications of coordinate geometry, constructions, symmetry and congruency. Learning Outcomes: 1. Knowledge & Understanding: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - Describe trigonometric functions and their inverses for any angle; - An overview of Euclidean Geometry (angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons and circles); - Transform points and shapes. 2. Skills: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - Construct the Cartesian equations of lines and curves; - Construct angles and lines, using ruler and compass only; - Recognize different transformations. Main Text/s and any supplementary readings: Lecture notes |
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| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Lecture, Independent Study & Tutorial | ||||||||||||
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