Mathematics for Design

The Mathematics for Design module (MATH08001) builds on the algebra and calculus studied at Level 7. 

The content includes: 

• Three-Dimensional Geometry: lines and planes 
• Multivariable Calculus: partial differentiation and applications, double integration 
• Differential Equations: up to second order, first order systems (using eigenvalues/eigenvectors) 
• Examples and exercises test the basic concepts and show the applications of this material in engineering contexts

At the end of this module the student will be able to:

• Calculate, determine, and state solutions to mathematical problems arising in three dimensions.
• Apply basic techniques in partial differentiation in routine and non-routine contexts.
• Apply basic techniques in multiple integration in routine and non-routine contexts.
• Use standard methods to solve differential equations up to second order.

This is an SCQF Level 8 module and upon successful completion, participants will be awarded 20 credits.

 

Delivery 

The module will be delivered as follows:  

12 week delivery and 1 week for in-person, closed book class test

Lectures: Paisley Campus, Tuesdays 9am to 10.30am

Tutorials: Paisley Campus, Tuesdays 10.30am to 12pm

 

Course presenter

This module will be delivered by Dr Kenneth Nisbet and Dr Alan Walker.

 

Funding

This course may be available on a fully funded basis to some delegates.  Further details, including regarding eligibility, are available under Funding Support.

If you have any questions, please contact us at cpd@uws.ac.uk. 

 

NOTE: This is a university module and upon approval of your application, you will be invited to register and then supported to complete enrolment. To enrol on the university system, the first step involves security set-up using the Microsoft Authenticator app; you will need to ensure that you have a compatible smartphone.

Further information is available at the Student Information Portal.

To access this module via the CPD route, individuals should be ordinarily resident in Scotland.  If you do not meet this criteria, please enquire here.