COURSE TITLE :- Mathematics for Biomedical Equipment Technicians I

COURSE CODE :- MATH1002

LEVEL :- I CREDIT POINTS :- 3

Parent Programme :- Diploma in Biomedical Equipment Technology (BMET)

Type of Course :- Lectures and tutorials.

Date Validated :- Date Modified :-

TOTAL STUDENT WORKLOAD: 72 hours

The weekly hours committed to the unit will typically include 4 hours of formal delivery with students
expected to manage directed learning and independent study in support of the course.
The normal weekly workload will be:
Lecture 2 hrs.
Tutorial 2 hrs.
Directed and independent study 2 hrs .

PREREQUISITES: None

DESCRIPTION
Being a foundation course for Biomedical Engineering, the main objective of this course will be to
familiarize students with basic mathematical principles. This unit will enable learners to solve
mathematical, scientific and associated engineering problems at a technician level. It will also act as a
basis for progression into other areas of study. Topics include Computation and Number Theory; Number
Systems; Algebra; Functions; and Geometry.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, students would be able to:
Knowledge and Understanding
1. Apply basic computation principles and the concepts of sets and factors.
2. Identify and solve problems with various number systems.
3. Solve basic algebraic expressions.
4. Answer linear functions problems.
5. Solve geometry-related problems.
Cognitive skills
6. Recall information, such as equations and methods used in solving mathematical problems.
7. Form concepts by evaluating the given information.
8. Solve problems by analysing the relationships between given conditions.
Practical and Professional skills
9. Executes basic computations and approaches practical problems by choosing suitably from an
assortment of mathematical techniques.
Transferable and Key skills
10. Accurately and effectively work with numbers.
11. Use scientific training in problem solving, analytical thinking and systematic reasoning.
AREAS OF STUDY
1. Computation and Number Theory
Whole numbers, Prime numbers
Fractions, Decimal numbers, Percent
Metric system, Metric prefixes, Unit conversion
Ratio, Proportion
Powers, Roots, Radical
Exponent, Logarithm
Scientific notation, Scientific calculation
Exponential notation
Sets
Set operations
Factoring

2. Number Systems
Binary number systems
Octal number systems
Hexadecimal number systems
Other unit systems
Conversion between number systems

3. Algebra
Algebra
Equation
Isolating the variable
Linear equations
Formula evaluation and rearrangement
Simplifying algebraic expressions
Inequality
Absolute value equation

4. Functions
Functions
Linear equations
Equations of a line

5. Geometry
Geometry
Measurement
Area, Volume
Graphing
Circle, Bar and Line graphs
Rectangular coordinate system
Graphing linear equations with two variables
LEARNING AND TEACHING STRATEGY
The objectives for this course should be accomplished by the end of the twelve-week period of teaching.
Lectures will involve twenty-four (24) contact lecture hours.
Following each lecture, one (1) hour has been assigned for the purpose of class consultations. This hour
may be used for problem solving, remedial work or continuation of lectures. Students will be expected to
complete any necessary assignments given to them by the lecturer in time for the tutorial sessions. A
tutorial will be given at the end of each major topic, to allow the students to better understand the
concepts being taught to them. By assessing these tutorials, it will further encourage students to
continuously be studying for this course, and allow lecturers to determine the more challenging areas for
students on a topic by topic basis.

ASSESSMENT
Tutorials
Weighting: 20%
Assessment type: Tutorials
Special facilities: none
Time/duration: one week per tutorial
Midterm Examination
Weighting: 20%
Assessment type: In-class examination
Special facilities: none
Time/duration: 2 hours
Final Examination
Weighting: 60%
Assessment type: Final examination
Special facilities: Examination conditions
Time/duration: 3 hours

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY
The students performances in the tutorials will contribute to an allocated 20% of their final grade. This
should comprise of weighted tutorials at the end of each of the five (5) major topics.
The students grades from one midterm examination will contribute to an allocated 20% of their final
grade. The midterm examination should assess two (2) to three (3) of the five (5) major topics.
A final examination of the students knowledge and retention of the delivered course material will be
administered at the end of the teaching term which is proposed to account for 60% of the students final
grade. This will incorporate all material delivered for this course.
Students must have a minimum of 80% attendance to write the final examination. In cases of absence,
students are required to inform the office of the Programme Coordinator.

Aggregation & Re-assessment Rules

In order to obtain a passing grade in this course, student must achieve a combined 20% out of 40% in the
midterm assessments, and 50% overall.
Students who may fail due to illnesses or other legitimate reasons can qualify to sit the supplemental
examination only if a written excuse accompanied by VALID supporting documentation is submitted to
the examinations department of UTT.
INDICATIVE READING

Course Author :- Ms. Nalini Singh

Date :- September 2017

Course Instructor :- Dr. Rabindranath Ramsaroop

Contact Information :- rabindranath.ramsaroop@utt.edu.tt

Availability times in office :- TDB