Courses & Units

Mathematics 1B KMA154

Hobart

Introduction

This unit is a continuation of KMA152, with emphasis on the application of single-variable calculus and linear algebra to problems in the physical and biological sciences, economics, and engineering. The units KMA152 and KMA154 also provide an excellent introduction to the mathematical rigour required for higher level mathematics based subjects.

Summary

Unit name	Mathematics 1B
Unit code	KMA154
Credit points	12.5
College/School	College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences
Discipline	Mathematics
Coordinator	Doctor Michael Brideson
Available as an elective?
Delivered By	Delivered wholly by the provider
Level	Introductory

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

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 (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

understand the role of single variable calculus and matrix algebra in the fields of mathematics, the sciences, and engineering.
exhibit knowledge of the principles and concepts of single variable calculus and linear algebra.
apply mathematical principles, concepts, techniques, and technology to solve practical and abstract problems of single variable calculus and linear algebra.
interpret and present information communicated in mathematical and plain english form.
demonstrate personal and social responsibility in the ethical application of approaches to problem solving, self-directed learning, and group learning.

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution ^1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution ^1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution ^2,3	Domestic Full Fee ⁴
010101	$493.00	$493.00	not applicable	$2,402.00

Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

¹ Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
⁴ Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.

Requisites

Prerequisites

KMA152 OR JEE103

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

JEE104

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	4x1-hr lectures, 1-hr tutorial weekly. A 1-hr computer lab session will be held occasionally.
Assessment	Assignments (20%)\|Online quizzes (10%)\|Examination (70%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable \| View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.
Links	Booktopia textbook finder

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