Study Guide

Objective

Learning outcomes of the course
Students will be competent in using mathematical programs (Excel, Mathcad, Matlab) to solve practical mathematical problems.

Working community competence
Students are able to present the stages of mathematical problem solving orally and in writing and also via online and virtual communication. Students are able to function in various groups and teams and to manage teams, which seek solutions for mathematical problems.

Quality management competence
Students are able to apply both exact and approximate methods to determine the correctness of mathematical work.

Content

Basics of the mathematical programs (Excel, Mathcad, Matlab) and their use in the solution of mathematical problems

Materials

Lecture material as indicated by the lecturer.

Teaching methods

Lectures, calculations and assignments

Student workload

80 h

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student knows and understands to a satisfactory extent the basic concepts and methods of mathematical programs (Excel, Mathcad, Matlab) and is able to apply them to usual problems.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of mathematical programs (Excel, Mathcad, Matlab), and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of mathematical programs (Excel, Mathcad, Matlab), and is able to apply them to a variety of different problems. The student has demonstrated creativity and innovation, and is able to find new meanings when applying what they have learned.

Assessment methods and criteria

Final examination, assessment 0-5

Qualifications

Algebra, Geometry in Construction Engineering