hnc engineering maths assignments

Unit 02 – Engineering Maths

The mathematics that is delivered in this unit is that which is directly applicable to the engineering industry, and it will help to increase students’ knowledge of the broad underlying principles within this discipline.

This Module includes:

• 3 Workbooks
• 3 Assignments
• 3 Worked Solutions
• Unit Description
• What is Included

Workbook Sample

Video sample, description.

The aim of this unit is to develop students’ skills in the mathematical principles and theories that underpin the engineering curriculum. Students will be introduced to mathematical methods and statistical techniques in order to analyse and solve problems within an engineering context.

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to employ mathematical methods within a variety of contextualised examples, interpret data using statistical techniques, and use analytical and computational methods to evaluate and solve engineering problems.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this unit students will be able to:

1. Identify the relevance of mathematical methods to a variety of conceptualised engineering examples.

Mathematical concepts: Dimensional analysis Arithmetic and geometric progressions Functions: Exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and hyperbolic functions

2. Investigate applications of statistical techniques to interpret, organise and present data.

Summary of data: Mean and standard deviation of grouped data Pearson’s correlation coefficient Linear regression Charts, graphs and tables to present data Probability theory: Binomial and normal distribution

3. Use analytical and computational methods for solving problems by relating sinusoidal wave and vector functions to their respective engineering applications.

Sinusoidal waves: Sine waves and their applications Trigonometric and hyperbolic identities Vector functions: Vector notation and properties Representing quantities in vector form Vectors in three dimensions

4. Examine how differential and integral calculus can be used to solve engineering problems.

Differential calculus: Definitions and concepts Definition of a function and of a derivative, graphical representation of a function, notation of derivatives, limits and continuity, derivatives; rates of change, increasing and decreasing functions and turning points Differentiation of functions Differentiation of functions including: – standard functions/results – using the chain, product and quotient rules – second order and higher derivatives Types of function: polynomial, logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric (sine, cosine and tangent), inverse trigonometric and hyperbolic functions Integral calculus: Definite and indefinite integration Integrating to determine area Integration of functions including: • common/standard functions • using substitution • by parts Exponential growth and decay Types of function: algebraic including partial fractions and trigonometric (sine, cosine and tangent) functions Engineering problems involving calculus: Including: stress and strain, torsion, motion, dynamic systems, oscillating systems, force systems, heat energy and thermodynamic systems, fluid flow, AC theory, electrical signals, information systems, transmission systems, electrical machines, electronics

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Level 4 – Engineering Maths

Pearson/Edexcel BTEC Level 4 Engineering – Engineering Maths

This unit can be studied  as part of a BTEC HNC or HND in Engineering. 

Unit introduction

The mathematics that is delivered in this unit is that which is directly applicable to the engineering industry, and it will help to increase your knowledge of the broad underlying principles within this discipline. The aim of this unit is to develop your skills in the mathematical principles and theories that underpin the engineering curriculum. You will be introduced to mathematical methods and statistical techniques in order to analyse and solve problems within an engineering context. On successful completion of this unit you will be able to employ mathematical methods within a variety of contextualised examples, interpret data using statistical techniques, and use analytical and computational methods to evaluate and solve engineering problems.

On completion of this unit you should be able to: 1. Identify the relevance of mathematical methods to a variety of conceptualised engineering examples. 2. Investigate applications of statistical techniques to interpret, organise and present data. 3. Use analytical and computational methods for solving problems by relating sinusoidal wave and vector functions to their respective engineering applications. 4. Examine how differential and integral calculus can be used to solve engineering problems. .

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