Courses & Units
Mathematics 1B KMA154
Hobart
KMA152 & KMA154 are requisite first year units for majors in Mathematics, Physics & Engineering and are prerequisites for many second year units.
Introduction
KMA154 is a continuation of KMA152, with emphasis on the application of single-variable calculus to problems in the mathematical, physical, and biological sciences; economics; and engineering.
Topics include: introductory linear and matrix algebra; solving systems of linear equations using Gaussian elimination and matrix techniques, including eigenvectors and eigenvalues; techniques of integration, applications of integration, and numerical integration; first order ordinary differential equations (ODEs), systems of linear, first order ODEs, and constant coefficient, linear, second order ODES; convergence of infinite sequences and series (including power, Taylor, and Binomial series); and parametric equations and polar coordinates.
Summary
| Unit name | Mathematics 1B |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KMA154 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Mathematics |
| Coordinator | Michael Brideson |
| Teaching staff | |
| Level | Introductory |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Off-Campus | International International | Domestic Domestic |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see withdrawal dates explained for more information).
Fees
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2 | Domestic Full Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010101 | $493.00 | $493.00 | not applicable | $2,402.00 |
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2 Information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses can be found here
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Please note: international students should refer to this page to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
XPD128, JEE104
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 4x1-hr lectures, 1-hr tutorial weekly. A 1-hr computer lab session will be held occasionally. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | 3-hr examination (70%), assignments (20%), on-line tests (10%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Information about any textbook requirements will be available from mid November. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | |
| Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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