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Unit Overview

Description

This unit is the second of two units that provide the essential foundation in the concepts and techniques of mathematics that form the basis of science, engineering and higher mathematics and statistics. It covers multidimensional integration, Laplace transforms and Fourier series, and statistics.

Credit
6 points
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 1 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) understand and employ integration theory and technique; (2) integrate over objects in more than one dimension; (3) understand the concepts of work, path independence, conservative fields and potentials; (4) understand the basic theory of complex functions; (5) understand and employ Fourier series and Laplace transforms; and (6) understand the basics of probability theory.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) continuing assessment and (2) a final examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Alice Devillers
Unit rules
Prerequisites
MATH1001 Mathematical Methods 1
Incompatibility
MATH2040 Engineering Mathematics, MATH1012 Mathematical Theory and Methods
Contact hours
lectures: 3 hours per week
practical classes: 2 hours per week
labs: 1 hour per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.