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Course
Pro-forma
Faculty Course
Code
KXEX1144
Title
Basic Engineering Calculus
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
80 hours
Credit
2
Learning Outcomes
1.
Describe elementary special functions (e.g. exponential, log,
and trigonometric functions) which arise in engineering.
2.
Practice the skills obtained from differential and integral
calculus to deal with models in engineering
3.
Use the basic calculus concepts and apply knowledge gained
in subsequent engineering courses or others
Synopsis
Functions. Trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, exponential
functions, logarithmic functions. Concept domain and range of
function, graphs of function, Inverse functions, combining
functions, composite functions, rational functions and partial
functions.
Limit continuity and differentiation. Concept of limit. Continuity
and types of discontinuity. Derivative of trigonometric and
hyperbolic functions. Increasing and decreasing functions.
Implicit differentiation and the chain rule. Higher
Assessment
40 % Continuous Assessments
60 % Final Examination
References
1.
Modern Engineering Mathematics, (4th edition), Glyn James
(Edison-Wesley), 2007
2.
Engineering Mathematics, (5th edition), K. A. Stroud and D.J.
Booth (Palgrave), 2007
3.
Further Engineering Mathematics, (3rd edition), K. A. Stroud
(MacMillan) 1992
Soft Skills
Communication Skills (CS1, CS2, CS3)
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills (CT1, CT2, CT3)
Teamwork Skills (TS1, TS2)
Life Long Learning and Information Management (LL1, LL2)